Statistics from the Northern Ireland Substance Misuse Database: 2019/20

The Department of Health today published “Statistics from the Northern Ireland Substance Misuse Database: 2019/20 (Experimental Statistics)” report and accompanying statistical tables.

Face coverings to be mandatory on all school transport for post primary children

The wearing of face coverings on all dedicated school buses and public transport will be mandatory for all post-primary children when schools reopen next week.

Re-introduction of Free car parking for HSC staff

Health Minister Robin Swann has instructed Trusts to put in place, with immediate effect, the provision of free car parking to HSC staff until 31 March 2021.

Larchfield Estate undergoes £117,000 refurbishment through the Rural Development Programme

Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots MLA has officially opened a £117,000 redevelopment project on the Larchfield Estate in the Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council area.

Weir welcomes additional funding for schools

Education Minister Peter Weir has welcomed funding of almost £64 million to help schools manage Education Authority pressures, COVID-19 pressures and for free school meals.