Department submits Proposal for Application Notice for Outline Planning Application at Fort George

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced his department has submitted the Proposal for Application Notice (PAN) in relation to an application for Outline Planning for the Fort George site in Londonderry.

Opt-In to the Beef Carbon Reduction Scheme Now!

Farmers have been urged to opt into the latest phase of the Beef Carbon Reduction (BCR) Scheme.

Minister Kimmins welcomes Shared Island funding towards cross border greenways and emergency flood response

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has welcomed an announcement from the Irish Government providing up to €2 million towards a Shared Island Greenways Fund.

Communities Minister announces £150,000 seasonal funding for homeless services

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has today announced he is providing a £150,000 goodwill grant to fund festive dinners and small gifts for people experiencing homelessness.

More than 700 newly-qualified social workers employed directly by Trusts since June 2023

More than 700 newly-qualified social workers have taken up posts within Northern Ireland’s Health & Social Care Trusts over the last two-and-a half years.