Statement by DoH Permanent Secretary Mike Farrar

Statement by DoH Permanent Secretary Mike Farrar following the Education Authority’s decision to close down summer schools for children with special educational needs.




Minister welcomes latest Economic Output Figures for the north – March 2026

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has welcomed the latest economic output statistics published by NISRA today.




Inspectors hail Magilligan Prison as one of the best in UK

Justice Minister Naomi Long has today welcomed a landmark inspection report which describes Magilligan Prison as one of the highest-performing prison establishments in the United Kingdom.




Northern Ireland Composite Economic Index Quarter 4 2025

The Northern Ireland Composite Economic Index (NICEI) Quarter 4 2025 was published today by the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA).




Infrastructure Minister launches consultation on overtaking and passing buses

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has launched a consultation seeking views on a proposed approach to improving safety when passengers, particularly children, are getting on or off buses.