Automatic passporting to Help with Health Costs scheme to be reinstated from December

The automatic entitlement to free sight tests, dental treatment and travel costs for health service treatment is to be introduced from 1 December for eligible Universal Credit (UC) recipients.

Housing Order declared to protect poultry from Avian Influenza

Mandatory housing measures for all kept birds and poultry are to come into force across Northern Ireland (NI) from 00:01 on Thursday 06 November 2025.

Archibald visits high-tech learning spaces at Ulster University Derry~Londonderry

Economy Minister Dr. Caoimhe Archibald today visited the new teaching and learning spaces in Timber Quay at Ulster University Derry~Londonderry.

O’Dowd announces new procurement guidelines to cut bureaucracy and save money

Finance Minister John O’Dowd has announced updated guidelines to simplify arrangements for grant recipients.

Minister Muir sets out proposals for future of Environmental Governance in NI

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir is seeking agreement for the establishment of an independent Environmental Protection Agency in Northern Ireland following publication of expert independent panel report.