Core Grant funding for 2026/27 announced

More than 70 community and voluntary (C&V) sector organisations across Northern Ireland are anticipated to receive Core Grant funding in 2026/2027, subject to final checks, the Health Minister has announced.




New Medical and Dental Agency Framework launched

The Health Minister today welcomed the launch of a new Agency Framework for Medical and Dental locum staff. 




Consultation on Court Fees – outcome and proposed way forward

The Department of Justice has today published the response to the public consultation on proposed changes to court fees, including annual increases.




Another major milestone in reform of mineral licensing – Archibald

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has today launched a Call for Evidence that will inform a new mineral licensing policy.




Farming with Nature Transition Scheme payment claim window opens 2 March

DAERA Minister, Andrew Muir is urging applicants to the Farming with Nature Transition Scheme to act promptly, with claims for completed actions to be submitted by 31 March.