
Tourism Ireland’s Global Greening initiative is taking off across the world, with a record-breaking 690 iconic landmarks and sites in 66 different countries lighting up green. Tourism Ireland’s annual Global Greening initiative has gone from strength to strength – from its beginning back in 2010, when just the Sydney Opera House and the […]
Mar 17 2021 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann has announced an additional £25,000 funding to support the work of the Northern Ireland Healthcare Chaplains Association (NIHCA). Chaplains are employed directly by HSC Trusts to provide spiritual care to all patients, visitors, staff and volunteers across healthcare, regardless of faith or no-faith. Commenting on the funding […]
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Health Minister Robin Swann has thanked Northern Ireland’s carers groups for their vital role in making vaccinations accessible for carers. Speaking during a virtual meeting with representatives from carers groups, the Health Minister recognised the groups’ vital role in supporting carers throughout pandemic and also assisting carers to get vaccinated. Minister […]
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Census Day, Sunday 21 March, is almost here and it’s your opportunity to shape the future of your local community, whether you’re in Camlough or Cullyhanna, Mayobridge or Mullaglass. Dr David Marshall, Director of Census and Population Statistics says it’s important that people from every area complete the census. “The data […]

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has opened a further financial assistance scheme for bus and coach operators. This second scheme will cover the period from 1 October 2020 until 31 March 2021. This scheme will provide financial assistance to bus and coach operators for ongoing overhead costs and expenses which they have […]
Mar 16 2021 | Posted in
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The Executive has announced a Covid support scheme for travel agents experiencing difficulties as a result of the pandemic. Welcoming the Travel Agents Scheme, First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill said the support scheme was necessary to ensure the continued viability of the travel agency sector. First […]
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Finance Minister, Conor Murphy has announced he is extending the rates holiday for a further 12 months for 29,000 businesses at a cost of £230 million. Conor Murphy said, “This £230 million package will provide continued support for businesses dealing with the impacts of the pandemic. “Recognising that the months ahead […]
Mar 15 2021 | Posted in
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Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots MLA has announced the opening of a £4million Covid-19 Support Scheme for eligible pig and poultry producers from today, Monday 15 March. Speaking about the scheme opening, Minister Poots said, “I am very pleased to report that £4m of support is being made available to pig and poultry producers […]
Mar 15 2021 | Posted in
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The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to find alternative ways to celebrate St Patrick’s Day and avoid the temptation of meeting up or partying with friends or family. Dr Stephen Bergin, Interim Director of Public Health at the PHA, said, “After a very tough winter we are all looking forward to […]
Mar 15 2021 | Posted in
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Anyone aged 50 or over across Northern Ireland can now book their Covid-19 vaccination appointment, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced. The programme is being extended from today to 50-59-year-olds, with booking slots available at the seven regional vaccination centres. GPs are also now covering the 50 plus age range. This means people […]
Mar 15 2021 | Posted in
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