Captive Bird Temporary Control Zone in place following initial results of Avian Influenza outside Magherafelt

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has introduced a 3km Captive Bird Temporary Control Zone (CBTCZ) around a nature reserve outside Magherafelt.




Ministers launch Creative Connections Programme supporting creativity and the arts in learning

Education Minister Paul Givan and Ireland Education and Youth Minister Helen McEntee have invited primary, post primary and special schools to apply to take part in Creative Connections, a pilot creative partnership programme.




Farmer Convicted at Coleraine Magistrates’ Court for Water pollution Offence

Mr David Conn (47), Ardina Road, Castlerock was convicted today at Coleraine Magistrates Court, under Article 7(1)(a) of the Water (Northern Ireland) Order 1999 as amended.




Minister Kimmins pays tribute to front-line staff responding to Storm Éowyn

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has paid tribute to front-line staff in the Department who worked around the clock in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn.




Communities Minister showcases Department’s work for NIO Minister Anderson

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has hosted the Northern Ireland Office (NIO) Minister Fleur Anderson at visits showcasing the diversity of work carried out by his Department.