Minister Archibald announces Assured Skills Academy in welding at South West College
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has announced the latest Collaborative Assured Skills Academy in Welding at South West College (SWC). read more
Northern Ireland Executive
New laboratories for Forensic Science Northern Ireland take a step closer
Graham Construction has been appointed to take forward the detailed design and construction phase for new offices and laboratories at Forensic Science Northern Ireland’s headquarters, on the outskirts of Carrickfergus. read more
This is only the Beginning: Education Minister updates the Assembly on TransformED
Education Minister Paul Givan has hailed the early success of TransformED and delivered a wide-ranging update in the Assembly, on progress since the strategy for educational reform launched in March 2025. read more
Appointments to the Board of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland
Communities Minister, Gordon Lyons MLA, has appointed Nora Douds as Chair to the Arts Council of Northern Ireland Board from 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2029. He has also appointed five new Members to the Board from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2029: read more
Parole Commissioners appointments
Justice Minister Naomi Long has announced the reappointment of Paul Mageean to the role of Chief Commissioner to the Parole Commission for Northern Ireland along with the reappointment of 27 Parole Commissioners. read more