O’Dowd announces next steps in development of Newry Southern Relief Road Scheme

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has outlined his commitment to the Newry Southern Relief Road scheme with confirmation that the draft Environmental Impact Assessment Report and Statutory Orders for the scheme will be published this month.




“Keep warm, keep well”, say Ministers

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and Communities Minister Gordon Lyons have urged the public to access advice and services that can help them to keep warm and keep well.




O’Dowd announces £418,000 road resurfacing scheme for A26 Banbridge road, Lurgan

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced that a £418,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme for the A26 Banbridge road Lurgan will commence on Tuesday 7 January 2025.




Road Safety appeal as 68 people lose their lives in 2024

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd is reminding the public of our shared responsibility in 2025 as figures show 68 people lost their lives on our roads in 2024.




New rules for XL Bully dogs now in force

Owners of XL Bully dog owners are reminded as of today it is illegal to own an XL Bully dog without an Exemption Certificate.