
The vaccination programme in Northern Ireland has today opened for everyone aged 18 and over. More than one million people have now had at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine – over 70% of our adult population – and more than 625,000 (over 40%) have received two doses. Opening the booking system […]

Testing is a crucial element in the pandemic response and will aid the reopening of Northern Ireland. Workforce testing is available to any organisation with more than 10 employees or volunteers. There is also a range of ways for smaller organisations or individuals to access testing, each of which can help keep the […]

Significant relaxations to the Covid-19 restrictions will come into effect from Monday 24 May, 2021. Ministers said the easements will be immensely beneficial to families, communities and the economy, and urged everyone to stay safe as they enjoy more freedoms. First Minister Arlene Foster said, “I’m pleased that we are in a position […]

Police have confirmed a man has sadly died following a house fire in Newry last night, Friday 21 May. Police were alerted to the blaze at a house in Park View, Cloughoge, at around 11:40 pm by the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) who were in attendance. Police and […]
May 22 2021 | Posted in
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The Executive has agreed to almost £220 million of Covid funding to support the social recovery from Covid. The health service, education, the arts, charities and sports organisations are among the beneficiaries. In addition to the £219.9million, £96.1 million is being allocated to meet costs associated with the business support schemes […]

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has said that this week’s funding allocation to her Department of £50.3m will help provide support to the people, communities and sectors who have been directly impacted by the pandemic. Minister Hargey said, “My Department responded very quickly to the pandemic providing over £300 million in supports to people, […]
May 21 2021 | Posted in
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The Executive has agreed 12 countries to be added to a green list for international travel from 24 May 2021. The new advice will apply to residents and visitors to Northern Ireland from Monday. Everyone should continue to follow the advice for amber countries until that date i.e. you must self-isolate […]
May 21 2021 | Posted in
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‘Every vaccination brings us closer, together’ – that’s the message from the new Northern Ireland public information campaign. It will feature TV and radio adverts, as well outdoor advertising and a strong social media push. The Northern Ireland COVID-19 vaccination programme has been a major success story to date with over 1.4 million […]
May 14 2021 | Posted in
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Here’s a reminder of how and where to get your COVID-19 vaccination. Every vaccine represents a step forward, a step already taken by almost a million people here in Northern Ireland. By getting vaccinated you will not only be protecting yourself and others but also helping to accelerate the pace at […]

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Economic Crime Unit are warning the public to be extremely vigilant following reports of criminals posing as police officers. Detective Chief Inspector Wilson said, “In an incident which was reported on Monday 10 May, an older woman was contacted, by telephone, by a man purporting […]
May 14 2021 | Posted in
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