Third phase of Women’s Community Programme open for applications

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced that his department’s Developing Women in the Community Programme Phase Three is now open for applications.




Kimmins: I will continue to build the foundations for a better future

Infrastructure holds the key to a better society for us all, new Minister Liz Kimmins has said.




Nesbitt reflects on challenges and progress

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has highlighted key areas of progress during another very challenging year for health and social care services in Northern Ireland.




Education Minister announces dedicated support arrangements for controlled schools

In September 2024, the Education Minister announced a Taskforce to identify solutions to better support the Controlled Schools sector. The Taskforce was chaired by Mr Mark Baker, Chief Executive of the Controlled Schools’ Support Council (CSSC) and it comprised of senior representatives from the Education Authority (EA) and the Department of Education.




Health Minister hails benefits of partnership approach to address health inequalities

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has visited The Link in Newtownards to see first-hand the benefits of a project delivering local health programmes that address health inequalities.