Publication of ‘The Prevalence of Autism (including Aspergers Syndrome) in School Age Children in Northern Ireland. Annual report 2025’

The Department of Health has today published ‘The Prevalence of Autism (including Aspergers Syndrome) in School age Children in Northern Ireland. Annual report 2025’.




Minister announces final opening of the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA has announced that the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme (SNHS) will open for the fourth and final time in June this year. Farmers in Zone 4 (Co Antrim) and all other farm businesses, that have not yet registered are invited to apply.




Long participates in Rule of Law Pledge Signing Ceremony

Delivering an effective justice system is key to creating a fair, just and safe community, where we respect the law and each other, Justice Minister Naomi Long has said.




Education Minister announces extension of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme to cover school-age children

Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced a £55 million package of measures for early learning and childcare that will include an extension of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme to cover school-age children.




Education Minister launches public consultation on proposal to strengthen inspection legislation

Education Minister Paul Givan has launched a public consultation on proposals to strengthen cooperation with the inspection process across schools and other education and training organisations in Northern Ireland.