An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) will be introduced in Northern Ireland (NI) from 1 December, Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots MLA has confirmed.

At the Department for Infrastructure’s recent meeting with Newry Mourne and Down District Council, members were updated on works being undertaken in 2020/21.

The completion of a review in to hate crime legislation is an important first step in addressing the issue, Justice Minister Naomi Long has said.

High (pollution index 8) levels of air pollution are being forecast for particulate matter across Northern Ireland and are expected to persist throughout the evening and into tomorrow.

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has welcomed the publication of guidance for users and providers of click and collect services during the circuit breaker.