Education Minister disappointed by unions pre-emptive action on teachers’ pay

Education Minister Paul Givan has responded to the announcement by a number of teachers’ unions that they plan to ballot their members for industrial action over 2024/25 pay.

Ministers thank U.S. Special Envoy Joe Kennedy III

The First Minister and deputy First Minister today met with U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs Joe Kennedy III to thank him for his contribution to furthering our economic links with the U.S.

Prisoners’ Poppy wreath unveiled at Prison Service memorial ceremony

A commemorative ceramic Poppy Wreath made by prisoners in Maghaberry Prison was unveiled today by Justice Minister Naomi Long at the Northern Ireland Prison Service annual remembrance ceremony.

Muir continues engagement in Brussels

On a two-day visit to Brussels, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir met with a number of representatives to discuss a range of topics including EU issues facing Northern Ireland.

Suppliers identified to find possible solutions to Blue Green Algae

Executive Ministers have met with the five suppliers tasked with finding solutions to treat and reduce Blue-Green Algae in Lough Neagh, delivering on commitments within the Lough Neagh Action Plan.