Mallon to review strategic planning policy on oil and gas development, including development involving fracking

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon MLA announced today that she is commencing a review of strategic planning policy on oil and gas development. The review will include consideration of unconventional hydrocarbon development, commonly referred to as fracking.




Ministers launch public appointment competition for new Commissioner for Victims and Survivors

First Minister Paul Givan and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have launched a public appointment competition for a new Commissioner for Victims and Survivors (CVS).




Road improvement scheme for the A24 Carryduff Road

A £375,000 road improvement on the A24 Carryduff Road will commence on Thursday 30 September 2021.




Panel to undertake Independent review of education announced

Education Minister, Michelle McIlveen has announced the independent panel which will undertake the review of education.




Murphy urges Chancellor to extend Furlough scheme

Finance Minister, Conor Murphy has written to the Chancellor urging him to extend the furlough scheme beyond the end of September to help support businesses and workers.