Executive announces major steps forward on mother and baby institutions and Magdalene Laundries

An integrated truth investigation, including a statutory public inquiry, is among the major steps forward on mother and baby institutions and Magdalene Laundries announced by the Executive today.

Expansion of Booster Programme Welcomed

Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the JCVI recommendation to extend the COVID-19 vaccine booster to the 40-49-year-old age group.

Communities Minister Hargey announces welfare protections extension

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has confirmed that payments to protect people from the ‘bedroom tax’ and Tory government welfare cuts will be extended for a further three years.

Poots highlights the need for a Nature Positive, low carbon future for Northern Ireland

Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has visited COP26 in Glasgow on Nature Day, which highlights the importance of nature and sustainable land use as part of global action on climate change and a clean, green recovery.

£50,000 LED lighting upgrade scheme for Twaddell Avenue

A £50,000 LED lighting upgrade scheme for Twaddell Avenue, Belfast will commence on Monday 25 October 2021.