Health Minister appoints Chair of the Southern Trust Urology Public Inquiry

Health Minister Robin Swann has appointed Christine Smith QC to chair the public inquiry announced in relation to serious concerns about the clinical practice of a hospital consultant.




Don’t delay – Book your Covid-19 vaccination today

The opening hours for the Covid-19 vaccination telephone booking line have been extended.




Minister announces business support schemes extended to cover new period of restrictions

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has announced the extension of two business support schemes to cover the new period of Covid restrictions.




Encouraging response to organ donation consultation

Health Minister Robin Swann has described the response to the recent consultation on statutory opt-out for organ donation as tremendously encouraging.




February stocking of Departmental waters

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has stocked the following waters with takeable fish in February 2021: