Working together on Legal Aid Reform

The Department of Justice is seeking views on opportunities to simplify and speed up processes relating to legal aid.




Northern Ireland Becomes the First Region to Provide Paid Leave to Parents Affected by Miscarriage

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has confirmed that new miscarriage leave and pay entitlements will come into effect from 6 April 2026.




Lyons: Historical US documents to make their way across the Atlantic

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced that original documents highlighting the deep historical links between the United States and Northern Ireland will be coming here later this year.




Health Inequalities Annual Report 2026

The Department of Health today published the Health Inequalities Annual Report 2026.




Refreshed Delivering Care Policy Framework published

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has launched updated guidance designed to support safe, effective, and sustainable staffing across the Nursing and Midwifery workforce in Northern Ireland.