Poots kicks off new pitch on rural recreation
DAERA Minister Edwin Poots MLA has today stressed the benefits of upgrading recreation facilities in rural areas during visits to Mid-Ulster.
Drinking water quality remains high across Northern Ireland
The safety and quality of drinking water in Northern Ireland remains high, a new report today confirmed.
Minister announces improved Air Quality Alert system to help protect public health
Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has announced changes to his Department’s High Air Pollution Alert Protocol in order to improve how the public are informed when periods of high air pollution are forecast or being experienced in Northern Ireland.
Poots launches NI’s first ever scheme to protect our pollinators
Environment Minister Edwin Poots has launched Northern Ireland’s first ever Rural Community Pollinator Scheme to improve the health of our bees and pollinators and help protect our eco-systems.
Statement on Executive decisions – social distancing
With furlough due to end in a few days we are very aware of the financial burden on businesses that aren’t yet able to operate at full capacity due to the current social distancing restrictions and the very real concerns of those people whose jobs are at risk.