Warning issued to poultry farmers and pet bird keepers following Avian Influenza confirmations in Kent and Cheshire

Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots and Northern Ireland’s Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Robert Huey have urged all poultry and pet bird keepers to take action now to reduce the risk of birds contracting Avian Influenza over winter.

Minister congratulates local groups on redevelopment plans during visit to Armagh villages

Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots has met with community groups in Glenanne and Bessbrook to discuss their plans to improve the local area.

Time to secure the long term future of the Housing Executive – Ní Chuilín

In a wide ranging statement to the Assembly today, Communities Minister Carál Ní Chuilín set out her plans to address the significant challenges facing our housing system.

Northern Ireland annual survey of hours and earnings statistics

The Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings 2020 was published today by the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency. The report provides provisional estimates for 2020 and final revised estimates for 2019.

Update on Physical Education in schools

Education Minister, Peter Weir has secured a legal change to allow schools and other education settings to deliver Physical Education (PE).