DAERA moves to general licence for BTV 3 vaccination

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) today announced that vaccination against Bluetongue Virus Serotype 3 (BTV 3) will now be permitted under a general licence, simplifying access to BTV-3 vaccines for livestock keepers across Northern Ireland.

Lyons launches photography exhibition exploring identity, belonging, and cultural heritage

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has launched a landmark photography exhibition exploring identity, belonging, and cultural heritage in Northern Ireland at the Belfast Exposed gallery.

DAERA urges vigilance as Asian hornet monitoring begins in Dundonald

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is urging the public to remain vigilant for sightings of Asian hornets as monitoring activity begins in the Dundonald area of Belfast.

Kimmins announces £1m major resurfacing scheme on A1 Banbridge By-pass

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £1m major resurfacing scheme on the A1 Banbridge By-pass Dual Carriageway will commence on Friday 17 April 2026.

Kimmins freezes Translink fares for second consecutive year

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that Translink fares will remain unchanged for a second year in a row, despite significant financial pressures across the public transport system.