Minister welcomes early success of JobStart scheme as employers launch new job opportunities
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has hailed the success of the JobStart programme as hundreds of employers have applied to take part. read more
Politics
Budget must provide further support for workers and families – O’Dowd
Finance Minister John O’Dowd has urged the Chief Secretary to the Treasury to use the Autumn Budget as an opportunity to further support workers and families, particularly in the area of childcare. read more
Suspect case of notifiable Avian Flu found in commercial poultry premises, Co Tyrone 03/11/25
Disease control measures have been initiated by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) following a suspect case of notifiable highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) at a commercial poultry premises near Pomeroy. read more
Kilrea Bridge repair scheme to commence on 10 November
The Department for Infrastructure has confirmed that a scheme to repair the damage to the Kilrea Bridge will commence on Monday 10 November. read more
Kimmins announces £444,000 road improvement scheme for Ballynahinch Road, Lisburn
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £444,000 footway and carriageway resurfacing scheme on Ballynahinch Road, Lisburn will commence on Monday 3 November 2025. read more