June stocking of Departmental waters

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has stocked the following waters with takeable fish in June 2021:




Givan and O’Neill to establish review of HIA redress processes

First Minister Paul Givan and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have announced the establishment of a review of the client journey for HIA redress to improve the experiences of victims and survivors.




‘A special and poignant day’ – Health Minister welcomes George Cross announcement

Northern Ireland Health Minister Robin Swann has warmly welcomed the awarding of the George Cross by Her Majesty the Queen to the National Health Services of the United Kingdom.




Health Minister Opens £10m Mental Health Support Fund

Health Minister Robin Swann has formally opened a £10 million fund designed to assist charitable organisations offering support services to people with mental ill health.




Hargey announces £500 recognition payment for thousands of workers

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced that as many as 4,500 workers who assisted some of the most vulnerable people in society throughout the pandemic are to receive a special recognition payment of up to £500.