Almost £350,000 has been allocated to help the Mourne Mountains recover following the devastating fire in April 2021, Environment Minister Edwin Poots has confirmed.

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has welcomed the completion of an active travel scheme on the A6 Foreglen Road that will enhance provision for pedestrians and cyclists.

The benefits of COVID-19 vaccination are clear and indisputable, Chief Scientific Adviser Professor Ian Young has emphasised.

Getting vaccinated cuts your risk of getting seriously ill or dying from COVID-19.

Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has urged people to sign up to the electoral register in order to help verification for the High Street Scheme.