Covid-19 press conference – 11 May 2020

Junior Ministers Gordon Lyons and Declan Kearney provide an update on actions being taken in the fight against Covid-19. They discussed progress on 5-stage recovery plan, the need to adhere to current restrictions and follow public health advice. Key message remains stay at home and save lives.




'Shine a light' for nurses

The public are being asked to ‘shine a light’ to mark International Nurses Day on Tuesday and recognise the extraordinary work that nurses are doing in the fight against coronavirus.




Executive to consider recovery plan

First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill participated in a COBR call this afternoon with the Prime Minister Boris Johnston and the First Ministers of Scotland and Wales.




Poots comments on dairy support options

Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots, MLA has commented on some recent announcements regarding support for the dairy sector in response to market disturbances caused by COVID-19.




Mallon approves changes to public transport provision and measures to ensure continued safety of staff and passengers during the COVID-19 outbreak

Infrastructure Minister, Nichola Mallon, has approved adjustments to public transport services to ensure the continued safety of passengers and staff during the COVID-19 outbreak.