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Justice Minister Naomi Long has launched a consultation on proposals to improve the experience of services for victims and witnesses of crime. The Department of Justice is seeking the views of the public as it develops its Victims and Witnesses of Crime Bill. The proposals on which views are sought relate to: – […]
Dec 18 2024 | Posted in
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Economy Minister Conor Murphy has announced a third Risk and Regulatory Compliance Assured Skills Academy with EY, providing 20 high-quality training places. Funded by the Department for the Economy, the Risk and Regulatory Compliance Academy is a six-week intensive training programme designed to deliver industry-focused training to equip participants with the transferable skills […]
Justice Minister Naomi Long has announced a major programme of reform to improve access to justice and better support those using publicly funded legal services. The ‘Enabling Access to Justice’ reform programme will refocus services putting the citizen at the heart of the justice system in Northern Ireland. The Minister explains, “People often […]
Dec 17 2024 | Posted in
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DAERA Minister Andrew Muir is reminding farm businesses that time is running out to opt into the Beef Carbon Reduction (BCR) Scheme to receive payment for eligible animals slaughtered in 2024. Failure to opt in by 31 December 2024 will result in eligible farm businesses missing out on a 2024 payment. If a […]
Dec 17 2024 | Posted in
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On 21 December, John Dalzell turns 83 years old, and he will celebrate the same way he has done for the last 32 years, by sitting in his trailer on Hill Street in Newry, raising funds for the Southern Area Hospice in his 33rd consecutive Christmas Sit-Out. Since 1992, John Dalzell OBE has […]
Dec 16 2024 | Posted in
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Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has launched an ambitious cross-departmental plan to tackle housing issues. Minister Lyons set out the first whole system Housing Supply Strategy at the Assembly. He says, “The housing issues we face are significant, and the current situation is not sustainable. “For too long, there has been no joined-up, cross-departmental […]
Dec 16 2024 | Posted in
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Economy Minister Conor Murphy has launched a ‘Save Energy, Save Money’ information campaign which aims to lower energy bills through energy efficiency. Funded by the Department for the Economy and delivered by the Consumer Council, the campaign will run until March 2025. The campaign aims to help consumers save money on their bills […]
Dec 13 2024 | Posted in
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A new three-year strategic plan for health and social care has been published by Health Minister Mike Nesbitt. The plan involves a wide range of initiatives based on three central themes – Stabilisation, Reform and Delivery. The Health Minister explains, “Since taking office, I have underlined the need to build hope for all […]
Dec 13 2024 | Posted in
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Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced a significant milestone for the A1 Junctions Phase 2 Road Improvement Scheme as the first stage of procurement commences this week. The Scheme which aims to provide safety improvements along the A1 dual carriageway between Hillsborough and Loughbrickland will include the provision of 4 new grade-separated ‘flyover’ […]
Dec 12 2024 | Posted in
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SPAR NI has revealed Northern Ireland’s favourite Christmas sandwiches, with traditional turkey coming out as the top seller, as the new range is launched for 2024. The Turkey, Sausage & Stuffing Christmas Feast Sandwich has come out on top, with traditional Christmas fillings, it quickly became the go-to holiday indulgence for food lovers […]
Dec 12 2024 | Posted in
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