New Governor of Maghaberry Prison appointed

The Northern Ireland Prison Service has announced the appointment of David Savage as the new Governor of Maghaberry Prison. He will take up post on Monday 3 May having served as Deputy Governor at the Prison since 2019.

Dodds welcomes easing of restrictions on visits to Belfast and Portadown

Economy Minister today hailed the reopening of retail, outdoor hospitality and some tourism accommodation as “another significant milestone as we move out of lockdown”.

Dodds announces further details of High Street Stimulus scheme

Every person in Northern Ireland aged 18 and over will be eligible to apply for a pre-paid card worth £100 to spend in their local high street, Economy Minister Diane Dodds announced today.

Sellers permitted to return to livestock sales as COVID-19 restrictions are gradually eased

Following recent announcements and guidance from the NI Executive in relation to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, the Livestock Market Stakeholder group have met to discuss and review the protocol put in place to ensure the safety of all who attend and work at livestock sales.

Act responsibly and remain vigilant to wildfires

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and Ulster Farmers Union (UFU) are asking farmers, land managers and the public for their help during the current dry weather spell.