Puppies look forward to Christmas in their new homes as Minister Muir reminds the public: a pet is for life, not just for Christmas

Members of the public have been urged by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir to paws for thought before purchasing a pet this Christmas.

DAERA urges greater vigilance as Quagga mussel confirmed in Lower Lough Erne – first confirmed record in Northern Ireland

The first confirmed case of the highly invasive Quagga Mussel in Northern Ireland has been reported in Lower Lough Erne.

Statement on Nazareth House Primary School

Education Minister Paul Givan has set out plans to allow pupils of Nazareth House Primary School to return to face-to-face learning from 7 January 2026.

Warning issued over counterfeit toys this Christmas

Trading Standards Service (TSS) has recently seized over £22,000 worth of fake toys, including Labubu dolls, K Pop Demon Hunters merchandise, Lego figures and Disney’s Lilo & Stitch products.

Minister Nesbitt: Timely discharge is better for patients and our hospitals

The Health Minister is reminding the public that timely discharge from hospital is vital to protect our Health and Social Care (HSC) services this winter.