Infrastructure Minister appoints Councillors to the Drainage Council

Infrastructure Minister, Liz Kimmins has appointed Callum Bowsie, Philip Campbell, Michael Goodman, Keith Kerrigan, and Mervyn Storey to serve as Non-Executive Councillor Members on the Drainage Council.

Long launches consultation on sentence reduction for guilty pleas

Views are being sought on a range of issues relating to sentence reduction for guilty pleas.

Nutrients Action Programme – Consultation period extended

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has announced that he is extending the public consultation period on the proposed Nutrients Action Programme (NAP) for 2026 – 2029.

Education Minister announces extension of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme to cover school-age children

Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced a £55 million package of measures for early learning and childcare that will include an extension of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme to cover school-age children.

Education Minister launches public consultation on proposal to strengthen inspection legislation

Education Minister Paul Givan has launched a public consultation on proposals to strengthen cooperation with the inspection process across schools and other education and training organisations in Northern Ireland.