Health Minister: Musgrave Park ‘Mega Clinic’ life changing for long-waiting patients

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has welcomed a ‘Mega Clinic’ at Musgrave Park Hospital, focused on adult patients awaiting a first spinal appointment. The weekend clinic will surgically review and carry out treatment assessments for around 123 long-waiting patients.




Minister visits exemplar environmentally sustainable dairy farm

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has highlighted how practical, farmer led innovation partnerships can help Northern Ireland farms reduce emissions while remaining productive and profitable, during a visit to an environmentally sustainable dairy farm.




Hospital Parking Charges Bill passes into law after securing Royal Assent

The Hospital Parking Charges Bill has passed into law, the Health Minister has announced.




Expert Advisory Group completes review of Dog Breeding Regulations in Northern Ireland

Recommendations to improve animal welfare in dog breeding practices in Northern Ireland have been presented to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).




See, Learn, Explore: DAERA showcase at Balmoral Show 2026

With the countdown well underway to the 157th Balmoral Show, the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is preparing once again to showcase how it supports Northern Ireland’s agri food and fishing sectors, rural communities and natural environment.