Minister Mallon signs off on £17 million flood alleviation scheme in Belfast

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has today signed contract documents awarding the design and construction phase of the £17 million Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme to Lagan Construction Ltd.

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.

Vaccine clinics announced for Balmoral Show

The Health and Agriculture Ministers have jointly urged the farming and rural community to protect themselves from Covid-19 through vaccination.

Lyons announces first-time investment by USA law firm Ogletree Deakins

Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today announced that US employment and immigration law firm, Ogletree Deakins, is setting up a 78 person legal support centre in Northern Ireland.

Murphy extends protection for business tenants until March 2022

Finance Minister Conor Murphy has extended emergency protection for business tenants having difficulty paying rent on commercial leases as a result of the pandemic until March 2022.