NI Pupils perform well in mathematics, reading and science in International Survey

A major international survey of educational achievement of 15-year-olds shows that young people in Northern Ireland continue to perform highly compared to young people in other education systems across the world.

Department for the Economy publishes 2023/24 budget consultation final response

The Department for the Economy has published the final response to the 2023/24 budget consultation.

NIEA urges householders to check oil tanks before winter fuel top up

Before your winter fuel top up the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) is encouraging anyone with a domestic heating oil tank to carry out a number of simple checks to prevent leaks or spills to protect our environment and wildlife.

Hydro Electric Operator fined for fisheries related offences

A County Londonderry Hydroelectric site manager has been fined a total of £430 at Coleraine Magistrates’ Court after being convicted of two fisheries related offences detected in December 2022 and March 2023.

Road Safety campaigns to reduce careless driving and speeding

The Department for Infrastructure has announced two road safety campaigns in collaboration with the Northern Ireland Road Safety Partnership (NIRSP).