“Very real” progress on waiting lists: Nesbitt

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has welcomed the “very real progress” in efforts to reduce the longest waiting times.




Givan launches new induction programme to support newly qualified teachers

Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced a major expansion of the early career teacher induction programme for the 2025/26 academic year.




Minister Muir welcomes delivery of new farm sustainability payment for farmers

DAERA’s new Sustainable Agriculture Programme aims to transition to a more sustainable farming sector by implementing policies and strategies that benefit our climate and environment while supporting our economically and socially significant agri-food sector.




Small businesses affected by new waste packaging rules urged to register for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme

Small businesses are being urged to ensure that they register and report their packaging data under new rules governing packaging waste.




Givan: £31million TransformED Teacher Development Fund opens

Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced the formal opening of the £31 million TransformED Teacher Professional Learning (TPL) Fund.