Health Minister Visits Kilrea Dental Surgery

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt visited Kilrea Dental Surgery to recognise the practice’s vital contribution to improving access to Health Service dental care through the Dental Access Scheme (DAS). Since joining the Scheme in 2024 the Kilrea Surgery has treated 3,817 patients. The Minister was accompanied by Chief Dental Officer, Caroline Lappin.

O’Dowd launches Civil Service recruitment for 200 jobs in the North West

Finance Minister John O’Dowd has launched a new approach to recruitment for around 200 Administrative Officers, for vacancies in the North West.

DfI announces intention to increase Rathlin Island Ferry and Strangford Lough ferry fares

The Department for Infrastructure has announced its intention to increase fares on Strangford Lough and Rathlin Island ferry service.

Long announces plans to allow broadcasting of courts

News outlets will be able to broadcast sentencing remarks by judges in plans being taken forward by the Department of Justice.

Health Minister opens 2026/2027 Core Grant funding scheme

The Health Minister today launched the Department of Health’s Core Grant funding scheme for 2026/2027.