Givan and O’Neill welcome ‘Big Jab Weekend’ vaccination initiative

First Minister Paul Givan and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have urged all those eligible for a coronavirus vaccine to come forward and get their first jab at the ‘Big Jab Weekend’.

New Infected Blood Payments introduced

Health Minister Robin Swann has announced new payments to beneficiaries of the Northern Ireland Infected Blood Payment Scheme.

Let’s explore our hidden heritage together, with European Heritage Open Days 2021 – Hargey

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey is inviting everyone to get involved with the 24th annual European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) taking place from the 6 – 12 September 2021.

Department for Communities statement

A DfC spokesperson said “There has been no request received from the British Home Office in relation to Afghan refugees by Communities Minister Hargey or the Department.

We are ready to help Afghan refugees – Givan and O’Neill

The First Minister Paul Givan and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have acknowledged the developing refugee crisis in Afghanistan and said the Executive stands ready to do what it can to help.