Consultation backs plan to raise sentences for causing child’s death

The Department of Justice is considering its next steps on a proposal to make the offence of causing or allowing a child or vulnerable adult to die punishable by life imprisonment.




Lyons welcomes launch of Shankill: A Plan to Grow

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has welcomed the launch of a new plan to support the growth of the Greater Shankill area in Belfast.




Drinking Water Quality remains high across Northern Ireland – February 2026

The Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), which is responsible for regulating drinking water quality, has today published its Annual Report for 2024. It states that drinking water quality in Northern Ireland is of a high standard.




Drinking Water Inspectorate publishes 2024 report

The Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), which is responsible for regulating drinking water quality, has today published its Annual Report for 2024. It states that drinking water quality in Northern Ireland is of a high standard.




First Minister and deputy First Minister unveil memorial plaque for victims and survivors of Historical Institutional Abuse

First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly today unveiled a memorial plaque at Parliament Buildings to honour all victims and survivors of Historical Institutional Abuse.