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Coronavirus Northern Ireland: DVA suspends testing of lorries, trailers and buses

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The Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) will suspend the testing of HGVs (lorries) and trailers, and buses for three months from the last test, following the latest advice about the spread of the Coronavirus. All HGV and PSV vehicles except taxis, with an MOT, will be issued with a 3-month Temporary Exemption Certificate (TEC).   […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Newry MLA calls for increase in COVID-19 testing

SDLP Public Health spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA pressed the deputy First Minister, Michelle O’Neill MLA on the urgent need to increase the numbers of people being tested for COVID-19. Speaking in the Assembly, the Newry and Armagh MLA said, “I welcomed the attendance of the First and deputy First Minister in the Assembly chamber today, […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Restrictions to forest and country parks “to help save lives”

DAERA Minister Edwin Poots has shut down public access to DAERA-owned forest and country parks as much as possible, to help saves lives. The move comes following a surge in visitor numbers over recent days with many ignoring the social distancing advice and in light of the latest government advice.     Car parks will […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: All adult day services in Northern Ireland to close today

Health and social care organisations in Northern Ireland have closed adult day care services from today. The decision follows recent guidance regarding social distancing for vulnerable people.     This affects services including Learning Disability day centres. It also includes day opportunities and adult day care.     Specific arrangements will be made for those […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Minister announces further support for those affected by COVID-19

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced enhancements to the Discretionary Support scheme to further support people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The emergency measures will be introduced from today and include the introduction of a grant payment to assist with short-term living expenses where a person, or a member of their immediate family, has been […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Murphy acts to support suppliers and businesses

Finance Minister Conor Murphy has outlined steps taken to ensure Government Departments pay their suppliers as quickly as possible to maintain cash flow and protect jobs. Minister Murphy said, “Covid-19 is having a significant impact on businesses.     “As public procurement delivers approximately £2.7 billion, it is an important element of the economy and […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Minister updates Assembly on the state of the economy

“ This is the most serious health and economic crisis any of us has ever lived through and Northern Ireland needs bravery, compassion, support and leadership to get through it. “ That was the key message from Economy Minister Diane Dodds as she updated MLAs on the current state of the Northern Ireland economy in […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Reviews and reassessments suspended for health and disability benefits

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey MLA has suspended reviews and reassessments for health and disability benefits for the next three months. These measures are to reassure vulnerable people and their families about the continuity of their benefits during the Coronavirus outbreak and to ensure the Department’s resources are focused on enabling access to financial support for […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Department confirms position on farm inspections and testing

DAERA Minister Edwin Poots MLA has confirmed that on-farm inspections and testing will continue, but only in line with the latest health advice. Minister Poots said, “These are worrying times for us all and COVID-19 has, and continues to, force us to consider the ways in which we work, and our current working practices. “My […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Murphy raises concerns with Transport Secretary

Finance Minister Conor Murphy has had a conference call with Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps. Last week the Finance Minister met with the Chief Executives of Belfast City, Belfast International and City of Derry airports, where they each outlined the very severe financial challenges they are facing.     Minister Murphy said, “Today […]







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