Current R Number estimate

The Department of Health continues to publish the Covid-19 reproduction number on a weekly basis.




Covid-19 press conference – 10 September 2020

The First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill announced the Executive’s decision to introduce a series of localised restrictions to stem the increase in Covid-19 cases & keep people safe.




Education Minister welcomes letter from Chief Medical Officer to parents and carers

Education Minister Peter Weir has welcomed a letter from the Chief Medical Officer, Michael McBride, which is being sent to parents and carers of school children today.




Minister announces plans for Adult Safeguarding Bill for Northern Ireland

Health Minister Robin Swann has pledged to bring forward a new Adult Safeguarding Bill for Northern Ireland, to help protect care home residents and other vulnerable members of society.




Landlords rates discount deadline approaching

Land & Property Services (LPS) is reminding landlords that their rate bill must be paid in full by Wednesday 30 September 2020 in order to secure this allowance