Disease control measures have been initiated by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) following a suspect case of notifiable highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) at a commercial poultry premises near Pomeroy.

The Department for Infrastructure has confirmed that a scheme to repair the damage to the Kilrea Bridge will commence on Monday 10 November.

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has welcomed a landmark visit by the America250 Commission today (Monday 3 November) to formally mark Northern Ireland’s special status in the semiquincentennial celebrations next year.

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £444,000 footway and carriageway resurfacing scheme on Ballynahinch Road, Lisburn will commence on Monday 3 November 2025.

The Department for Infrastructure has highlighted the importance of partnership working in its management of flood risk. In recent years, as we have witnessed climate change and the devastating implications it can bring about locally and globally, the importance of flood risk management and the ability to work in partnership with local people, local councils and local businesses is crucial.