Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding with the US Semiquincentennial Commission at the Ulster American Folk Park.

The document was signed by Minister Gordon Lyons and America250 Commissioner Joe Crowley and will ensure that Northern Ireland is the first nation to receive special status in recognition of its unique contribution to the foundation of the United States of America.

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

Projects which offer vital support to victims of domestic and sexual abuse have received funding from the Departments of Justice and Health.

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has welcomed a landmark visit by the America250 Commission today (Monday 3 November) to formally mark Northern Ireland’s special status in the semiquincentennial celebrations next year.

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has hailed the success of the JobStart programme as hundreds of employers have applied to take part.