Statement from the First Minister and deputy First Minister following the death of Jimmy Spratt

First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have expressed their sympathies following the death of former MLA Jimmy Spratt.

Public spending outlook remains difficult – Murphy

Finance Minister, Conor Murphy has welcomed the extension of furlough, support for newly self-employed, and additional funding for the Covid response. However money for everyday public spending has only increased by £4.2m and there is no additional Capital funding.

Minister Hargey welcomes Corporation Tax exemption for Housing Executive

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has welcomed the Corporation Tax exemption for the Housing Executive that will result in millions of pounds of additional investment in their homes each year.

Appointment of a Chair and two Directors to the Board of the Northern Ireland Museums Council

Communities Minister, Deirdre Hargey MLA, has appointed Nora Douds as the Chair to the Board of the Northern Ireland Museums Council (NIMC).

Dodds comments on Budget

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has commented on the economic measures announced in the UK Budget today.