Minister Nesbitt congratulates Chief Nursing Officer on the award of OBE

The Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has congratulated Professor Maria McIlgorm on being awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to nursing and midwifery in the 2026 New Year Honours.




Over 1,000 health apps available to support wellbeing this winter

The Health Minister is encouraging people to use the Health and Social Care (HSC) App Library this Festive period.




Long congratulates New Year Honours recipients

Justice Minister Naomi Long has paid tribute to those who have been recognised in the New Year Honours List 2026.




Long condemns assaults on police officers

Justice Minister Naomi Long said: “My first thoughts are with the PSNI officers who have been assaulted, as well as their colleagues and families. I hope all the injured officers make a full and speedy recovery.




Kimmins announces £150,000 traffic signals scheme for A2 East Circular Road, Bangor

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced an investment of £150,000 to introduce a Puffin crossing on the A2 East Circular Road, near St Columbanus College in Bangor.