Today, the Executive discussed its ongoing implementation of the Pathway out of Restrictions, and ratified the following decisions coming into effect from 12 April:

Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots today visited an arable farm near Hillsborough to encourage eligible farmers/businesses to apply for the recently launched Protein Crops Scheme.

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced the appointment of eight Non-Executive Members to the Board of Belfast Harbour Commissioners (BHC).

Health Minister Robin Swann received his first Astra Zeneca vaccine today at a community pharmacy in Ballymena.

The drive towards net zero carbon and affordable energy will provide opportunities to create jobs and encourage investment.