Covid funding allocation must be targeted, equitable and evidence-based

The £25m support package for the agriculture and horticulture sectors must be targeted towards those most in need, evidence-based and distributed on an equitable basis, Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots MLA has said.

Hargey supporting town and city centres in their recovery

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has outlined how her Department is working to support town and city centres in their recovery.

Executive Daily Update: Initiatives to deal with Coronavirus (11 June 2020)

Northern Ireland Executive ministers and their officials have over the past 24 hours been involved in a number of initiatives and critical decisions relating to the Coronavirus emergency.

Micro-business Hardship Fund closes to applications on Friday

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has urged eligible businesses to apply for the NI Micro-business Hardship Fund before it closes to applications at 6pm on Friday. (June 12)

Mallon announces budget to aid economy kick start and community transformation

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has outlined the challenges facing her resource budget, as she sets out her plans to support communities through recovery, while promoting economic growth and transformation through capital spend.