Consultation on the future of CCEA GCSEs, AS levels and A levels launched

Education Minister Paul Givan has launched a public consultation on plans to improve the GCSE, AS and A level qualifications offered by CCEA.




DAERA launches consultation on new Fisheries and Water Environment Bill

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has launched a public consultation on policy proposals in relation to the protection of Northern Ireland’s water environment.




Science has crucial role in tackling climate and environmental challenges – Muir

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has reiterated the crucial role that science will play in addressing our climate and environmental challenges and in doing so help support sustainable agriculture and thriving rural communities.




Kimmins confirms pedestrianisation scheme for Hill Street, Belfast

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that an experimental scheme to pedestrianise Hill Street in Belfast will proceed.




Space technology initiative progresses to help tackle blue-green algae blooms – Muir

Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir has announced the latest step forward in the use of space technology to help deal with blue-green algae blooms in Lough Neagh.