Lyons: Public Libraries Consultation launched
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons is asking people for their views on a new Public Libraries Policy for Northern Ireland.
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Blacks Gate completion latest boost for social housing delivery - Lyons
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has hailed the completion of one of the largest social housing projects delivered in Northern Ireland in recent years.
Minister pledges continued support for veterans as he attends Invictus event
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has joined veterans and their families at an event to mark the participation of members of the armed forces in the Invictus Games.
Northern Ireland further education talent shines on world stage
Northern Ireland’s further education students have delivered a world-class performance on the global stage, bringing home a gold medal, bronze medal and five medals for excellence from WorldSkills in Shanghai.
Investment in General Practice, Northern Ireland 2021-22 to 2025-26
The Department of Health today published figures for Investment in General Practice, Northern Ireland 2021-22 to 2025-26.
Coleraine beautician fined for unlawful possession with intent to supply unauthorised prescription medicines
A 24-year-old Coleraine woman appeared at Coleraine Magistrates court today for offences in breach of the Human Medicines Regulations, 2012.
Forensic Audit Terms of Reference published
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has published Terms of Reference for the forensic audit of NI Water’s governance systems.
Decision on the future of Limavady Courthouse
Justice Minister Naomi Long has made a decision on the future of Limavady Courthouse, following a recent public consultation.
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Community facilities fund receives another £1.97m for up to 68 projects
A further £1.97 million has been added to Northern Ireland’s Community Infrastructure Fund, taking the programme’s total value to £10.29 million.
Belfast lift company brings service reporting into one customer portal
Elite Lifts Ltd has developed an in-house portal giving customers clearer access to maintenance visits, breakdowns, reports and planned work.
Warm Healthy Homes consultation closes on 19 August
Northern Ireland residents have until Wednesday to respond to proposals for a new energy-efficiency fund for lower-income households.
Free live music comes to Ormeau Park on Sunday
Belfast City Council’s Music in the Parks programme is due at Ormeau Park from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday 23 August.
Emerge Belfast returns to Boucher Playing Fields
The dance-music festival is scheduled for Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August, with council information covering travel, noise and local arrangements.
Cathedral Quarter Night Market planned for Culture Night
Writers’ Square is set to host an evening market with local makers, food and music on Friday 18 September.
Northern Ireland’s Affordable Rent programme explained
The first phase is intended to deliver 300 long-term rental homes, beginning in Dungannon with other locations planned.
Kaci Rock wins Commonwealth silver on Team NI debut
The Belfast boxer secured a silver medal in the women’s 65kg competition at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Victims and Witnesses of Crime Bill reaches second stage
The proposed law is intended to improve how victims and witnesses experience Northern Ireland’s criminal justice system.
£8.32m fund targets improvements at 243 community facilities
A Northern Ireland-wide programme is supporting upgrades intended to make local venues more welcoming, accessible and energy efficient.
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