Unscrupulous traders profiteering by exploiting Covid-19 warned

Trading Standards and The Consumer Council are warning unscrupulous traders to stop exploiting the Covid-19 pandemic to profiteer, or face action.

Joint Statement by the Department of Health and the Police Service of Northern Ireland

The regulations on social distancing were introduced quickly for very good reason. In an ideal world, they would have received detailed scrutiny at the Assembly before becoming law.

Ministers send best wishes to new Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All-Ireland

The First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have sent their best wishes to the Anglican Archbishop John McDowell as he takes up his role as Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All-Ireland.

Bill to protect private renters passed by Assembly

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey MLA has thanked Assembly members for swiftly passing legislation to strengthen protection to private renters during the COVID-19 crisis.

Minister gives breakdown of testing expansion initiatives

Health Minister Robin Swann has issued a detailed breakdown of the expansion of Covid-19 testing in Northern Ireland.