Latest update on coronavirus (Covid-19)

As of 2pm on Thursday 19 March, testing has resulted in 9 new positive cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in Northern Ireland to 77.




The Northern Ireland Planning Statistics: Third Quarter 2019/20 Statistical Bulletin, has been published today

Provisional planning statistics for the third quarter of 2019/20 are now available. These data provide an overall view of planning activity.




Driving tests suspended for three months to protect DVA customers and staff from COVID-19

The Driver & Vehicle Agency will suspend practical driving tests for three months from the last test today, following the latest advice from public health authorities to delay the spread of the Coronavirus.




COVID-19: Business Support Grant Schemes

In order to protect the livelihoods that support our families and our communities, the Executive has announced a grant of £10,000 to be provided to all small businesses who are eligible for the Small Business Rate Relief Scheme and a grant of £25,000 to be provided to companies in the hospitality, tourism and retail sectors with a rateable value from £15,000 up to £51,000.




Partnership working disrupts drug supply in Northern Ireland

An operation carried out by the Organised Crime Task Force (OCTF) partners resulted in the disruption of the supply of drugs purchased online.