Mallon announces face coverings to be mandatory on public transport from July 10

Face coverings will become mandatory on public transport from Friday July 10 as part of the recovery process from Covid-19 to support efforts to reduce the risk of transmission.

Health Minister meets with BDA Representatives

Health Minister Robin Swann has met with representatives of the British Dental Association and reiterated his appreciation for the leading role the profession had played in the battle against COVID-19.

Poots welcomes establishment of Trade and Agriculture Commission

Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots MLA has welcomed the decision by International Trade Secretary Liz Truss to establish an independent Trade and Agriculture Commission to advise on post-Brexit agriculture trade policy.

Swann increases Intensive Care training places

Health Minister Robin Swann has announced the commissioning of four additional training places in the Intensive Care medical specialty training programme, commencing in September 2020.

Landmark £13.25m funding and commissioning agreement announced for Community Pharmacy

A new £13.25 million funding package for community pharmacy has been announced today by Health Minister Robin Swann.