Covid-19 press conference – 5 May 2020

The Health Minister Robin Swann and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Michael McBride provide an update on the fight against Covid-19. Issues discussed included domiciliary care, care homes and test, track and trace approach.

Statement from Arlene Foster and Michelle O’Neill on death of John Dallat MLA

First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have expressed their sadness following news of the death of John Dallat MLA.

Dodds calls for more national support for local higher education sector

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has outlined the need for more national support for the local higher education sector as a result of COVID-19.

Hargey welcomes confirmation that council workers can apply for furlough scheme

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey MLA has welcomed the confirmation provided to the Executive that council workers can apply for Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS).

Murphy announces over £700m of investment

Finance Minister Conor Murphy has announced over £700m of new funding for infrastructure, regeneration, and tourism projects across the north.