Closing date extended: Competition to recruit Non-Executive Board members

The Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is seeking to recruit Non-Executive Board Members (NEBMs) to the management boards of the Department and of its two agencies; the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) and Forest Service.

New analysis shows half of NI farms potentially impacted by inheritance tax changes

Around half of all farms in Northern Ireland, accounting for 80% of farmed land, could be impacted by the Inheritance Tax changes announced as part of the UK budget in October.

DAERA reiterates the importance of biosecurity among the poultry sector as Avian Flu identified in a wild bird in the Republic of Ireland

Northern Ireland’s Chief Vet Brian Dooher has reminded all bird keepers of the critical importance of maintaining high biosecurity standards due to the increasing threat of avian influenza.

Murphy hails local WorldSkills medal winners

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has congratulated local vocational skills students who have once again showcased their abilities on the world stage.

Essential travel only advised as Storm Darragh Amber weather warning remains in place

Multi-agency partners have continued to meet in response to the Storm Darragh Amber weather warning for wind which remains in place until 9pm tonight.