Lyons announces bands and individuals who will benefit from the £1.1m Musical Instruments Programme

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced that 134 grants will be issued to individuals, bands and groups from across Northern Ireland, who have been successful in the 2025/26 Musical Instruments Programme.




Education Minister marks next phase of construction work at Scoil an Droichid Primary School and Nursery Unit

Education Minister Paul Givan has visited Scoil an Droichid Primary School to view progress on its major capital construction project, formally marking the next phase of development.




£800k Funding Boost for Stranmillis and St Mary’s University Colleges

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has announced an additional £400,000 of annual funding for each of the north’s University Colleges.




DfI Launches Road Safety Campaign: Be Bold. Be Seen

Minister for Infrastructure Liz Kimmins has launched a new road safety campaign to encourage road users to be more visible as the darker winter months approach.




Kimmins highlights importance of collaboration with Open University for staff development

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has highlighted the importance of a new collaboration with The Open University which is providing an online learning platform for staff.