Unpaid carers are the backbone of society – Swann

Health Minister Robin Swann has given further details of a £4.4m scheme to support unpaid carers.




Economy Minister welcomes new legislation to protect Northern Ireland workers

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has welcomed new employment legislation which will benefit workers across Northern Ireland.




Minister Hargey builds up social housing stock

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced that 2,403 new social homes were started in 2020/21 – almost 30% more than the target for the year (1,850 units).




Have your say on how to protect and improve the water environment in Northern Ireland

Environment Minister Edwin Poots has published the draft third cycle River Basin Management Plan for public consultation.




Minister announces major new health service support funds

Health Minister Robin Swann has announced the establishment of new grant schemes for cancer and mental health charities and a Carers Support Fund.