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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Two police officers have been injured and a police vehicle damaged during an incident in Crossmaglen last night (Thursday, 12 March). Officers on patrol in the Corrasmoo Road area of Cullaville, at around 11:20 pm, were alerted to a dark blue Transit-type van that was causing an obstruction. When officers stopped to speak […]
The fourth meeting of the Executive Working Group on Mental Wellbeing, Resilience and Suicide Prevention took place recently by videoconference. The Group coordinates and strengthens the approach to dealing with mental health issues and suicide prevention. Speaking following the meeting, Health Minister Robin Swann said, “We continue to closely monitor the […]
“Where did you put the letter I got the other day?” “I didn’t touch it, but you leave everything lying about, so it’s your own fault if it’s in the bin, which, by the way, was emptied this morning!” It’s a conversation that’s played out in households every day. And it has led […]
Lidl Northern Ireland has gone to the top of the class after awarding 40 secondary schools – including several Newry schools – £3,000 worth of vouchers each to secure essential brand-new sports equipment. Two Newry schools – St Mary’s High School and Newry High School – were two of the local winning schools. […]
Education Minister Peter Weir has announced that legislation to address bullying in schools will come into operation in Northern Ireland on 1 September 2021. The Addressing Bullying in Schools Act (NI) 2016 will bring renewed focus for schools to this very important issue. It will also deliver greater consistency and impact […]
