DAERA’s largest ever public tree planting event has taken place today as around 400 school pupils planted 1,000 broadleaf trees as part of the new ‘Forests For Our Future’ programme.

The Minister for Infrastructure Nichola Mallon has today announced her intention to legislate for higher penalty points and fines for drivers who use a handheld mobile phone when driving.

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has arrived in the United States for the start of a wide ranging programme of events in New York and Washington.

Five new presumptive positive results for coronavirus (Covid-19) have been recorded in Northern Ireland, bringing the total to 12 since testing began.

First Minister Rt Hon Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have welcomed the appointment of a new US Special Envoy to Northern Ireland.