Executive urges public to stay at home and save lives over Easter

The Executive has reinforced the need for people not to go out over Easter, telling the public that by staying at home they will save lives.




Covid-19 press conference – 9 April 2020

The First Minister Arlene Foster, deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill provide update on the fight against COVID-19. The Chief Constable Simon Byrne provides update on policing issues.




Minister announces funding to the Community Foundation Northern Ireland Coronavirus Community Support Fund

DAERA Minister, Edwin Poots MLA today announced that he will provide £200,000 towards the ‘Coronavirus Community Fund’.




Minister makes ‘Easter at home’ plea

Health Minister Robin Swann has pleaded with the general public to stay at home over the Easter holiday weekend.




Mallon and Poots announce working partnership to support the most vulnerable in rural areas

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon and Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots have put further measures in place to support people in rural areas that are isolated as a result of COVID-19.