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.




Economy Minister highlights alternative employment opportunities

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has offered her support to people looking for alternative work due to the impact of COVID-19 on jobs across Northern Ireland.