Swann announces further change to blood donor deferral policy

Health Minister Robin Swann has announced further changes to blood donation deferral rules to allow more people to donate blood.

Applications sought for DE appointed members for the Council for Catholic Maintained Schools (CCMS) and its Diocesan Education Committees (DECs)

The Department of Education (DE) has launched a public appointments competition to appoint four members to the CCMS Council along with four members to the Derry DEC and two members to each of the Armagh and Down & Connor DECs.

Minister Mallon signs off on £6.5million Shimna Flood Alleviation Scheme

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has today made the Appropriate Assessment in accordance with the Conservation (Natural Habitats, etc.) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1995, signed the Confirmation Order and determined that the £6.5 million Shimna River flood alleviation scheme should proceed.

Minister Swann praises work of Mental Health Staff

Health Minister Robin Swann has visited Holywell hospital to meet staff and show his appreciation to all Mental Health workforce in Northern Ireland.

Iconic Bangor Courthouse to be regenerated for the use of the local community

The transfer of ownership of Bangor’s iconic courthouse to the town’s Open House Festival has been finally completed, Justice Minister Naomi Long confirmed today.