New Rapid Test for Emergency Departments

A new rapid test for Covid-19 is rolling out to all Trust Emergency Departments across Northern Ireland in the coming week.




All-island infrastructure and young people key to unlocking opportunities in 2021 – Mallon

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has said that modern and sustainable infrastructure is a key building block towards opportunity and connectivity.




Check where and when broadband improvement scheme will be rolled out

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has encouraged people to check if their postcode can benefit from Project Stratum, the £165 million broadband improvement scheme.




Health Minister welcomes extension to community pharmacy seasonal flu vaccination services

From Monday 11 January, people who are eligible, will be able to access the free seasonal flu vaccine at participating community pharmacies across Northern Ireland or at their GP practice.




Statement from the First Minister and deputy First Minister on the death of Norman Houston

First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have expressed their sadness following news of the death of former Director of the Executive’s Washington Bureau, Norman Houston.