Statement from Education Minister

Commenting on the current situation in relation to the impact of COVID-19 on schools Education Minister Michelle McIlveen said: “Detailed discussions are ongoing between my Department and the Department of Health on measures to alleviate current pressures facing our schools as a result of COVID-19.

Operational Delivery Apprenticeship scheme launched

Finance Minister Conor Murphy has launched a new Operational Delivery Apprenticeship scheme for the Civil Service.

Lyons announces latest FinTrU North West Assured Skills Academy

Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today launched a new FinTrU North West Assured Skills Academy offering 20 high quality training places for people with degrees.

Statement on Executive decisions – 6 September 2021

The Executive has today agreed a number of modest relaxations to the current Coronavirus Regulations.

Economy Minister announces approach to vocational qualifications and Essential Skills for 2021-22 academic year

Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has announced that vocational exams and assessments will go ahead this year and Essential Skills qualifications will also return to normal.