Education Minister announces continuation of Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme
Education Minister, Paul Givan, has today announced that the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NICSS) will continue into 2026-27. read more
Northern Ireland Executive
Infrastructure Minister and Chief Planner selected as The Planner’s Women of Influence for 2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins and the Department’s Chief Planner Rosemary Daly have been recognised as The Planner’s Women of Influence for 2026. read more
Urgent call for action as rising oil and gas costs hit households and businesses
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has written to the British Government warning that the rapid rise in global oil and natural gas prices is now placing significant pressure on households and businesses across the north. read more
Urgent call for action as rising oil and gas costs hit households and businesses
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has written to the British Government warning that the rapid rise in global oil and natural gas prices is now placing significant pressure on households and businesses across the north. read more
Kimmins announces new application process for demand-led residents’ parking schemes
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a new application process for residents’ parking schemes will open in April 2026, providing a demand led pathway for residents to bring forward requests for consideration. read more