Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has welcomed the publication of the review into Part-Time 20mph Speed Limits at schools. Welcoming the publication of the review report Minister O’Dowd says, “As Minister responsible for road safety, I’m pleased that the review of the part-time 20mph speed limit at schools initiative, which saw this road safety […]
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: – […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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’ […]
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced the way forward on Residents’ Parking Schemes following the completion of a review on the issue. The Residents’ Parking Review report considers a number of key issues on the delivery and implementation of Residents’ Parking Schemes. Welcoming the report, Minister O’Dowd says, “I am delighted that the […]
The Department for Infrastructure has announced a renewed collaboration with the Northern Ireland Road Safety Partnership (NIRSP) to promote two road safety campaigns. The collaboration launched a new road safety public information campaign highlighting the dangers of careless driving in December last year, followed by the established anti-speeding campaign ‘Classroom’ in January 2024. […]
