Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has said that the British Government’s Steel Trade Measures do not serve the interests of businesses in Northern Ireland.

Today in the Assembly Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald introduced the Renewable Electricity Generation Bill, a key milestone towards delivering more local renewable electricity and supporting price stability for households and businesses.

The findings of both the Muckamore Abbey Hospital and Urology Services Inquiries demand a clear, direct, and robust response, Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has said.

First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly have welcomed the passage of the Inquiry (Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses) and Redress Scheme Bill by the Assembly.

Finance Minister John O’Dowd has announced plans to introduce targeted rate relief to help businesses expand and bring vacant properties back into use, aiming to boost investment and revive local areas.