Lyons hails Ulster-Scots contribution to founding of the US at special reception in Washington, DC
Values brought by the Ulster-Scots and embedded at the foundation of the United States continue to resonate to this day. read more
Northern Ireland Executive
Pay increase for agricultural workers 19/03/26
The Agricultural Wages Board for Northern Ireland (AWB) has confirmed changes to pay for agricultural workers. At a meeting of the AWB on Friday 27 February 2026, the Board agreed the rates from 1 April 2026. The rates are: read more
Northern Ireland’s third Climate Change Adaptation Programme published
Northern Ireland’s third action plan for building climate change resilience was launched today by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir. read more
New mapping tool to help protect breeding wading birds in Northern Ireland
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has introduced a new mapping resource designed to enhance the protection of breeding wading birds in Northern Ireland. read more
Kimmins: Voluntary contribution scheme will help address capacity concerns
The introduction of a voluntary contributions scheme for wastewater infrastructure will help unlock more residential and commercial development opportunities, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has said. read more