29/06/2026
Lyons Unveils Once-In-A-Generation Plan To Help People Into Work
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons is accelerating a radical approach to reduce economic inactivity and move more people into sustainable jobs, setting out the plans during a visit to USEL alongside Rt Hon Alan Milburn, chair of the Commission for Work and Wellbeing.
Speaking during the visit, Minister Lyons said: "Economic inactivity is one of the biggest challenges we face in Northern Ireland.
"We have the highest rates in the UK with over a quarter of working-age people, around 319,000, not in a job.
"We have the highest rates in the UK with over a quarter of working-age people, around 319,000, not in a job.
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29 June 2026
Lyons Unveils Once-In-A-Generation Plan To Help People Into Work
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons is accelerating a radical approach to reduce economic inactivity and move more people into sustainable jobs, setting out the plans during a visit to USEL alongside Rt Hon Alan Milburn, chair of the Commission for Work and Wellbeing.
Lyons Unveils Once-In-A-Generation Plan To Help People Into Work
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons is accelerating a radical approach to reduce economic inactivity and move more people into sustainable jobs, setting out the plans during a visit to USEL alongside Rt Hon Alan Milburn, chair of the Commission for Work and Wellbeing.
29 June 2026
Health Minister Unveils First Phase Of NI’s Obesity Management Service
The Health Minister has set out the first phase of Northern Ireland's new Regional Obesity Management Service (ROMS), a £5 million initiative designed to provide comprehensive support for adults living with obesity.
Health Minister Unveils First Phase Of NI’s Obesity Management Service
The Health Minister has set out the first phase of Northern Ireland's new Regional Obesity Management Service (ROMS), a £5 million initiative designed to provide comprehensive support for adults living with obesity.
29 June 2026
Long Demands DUP Transparency And Independent Probe
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA has urged the DUP to be transparent about the actions of its senior figures in relation to other alleged victims of Jeffrey Donaldson's alleged predatory behaviour, following revelations in the BBC's Spotlight documentary.
Long Demands DUP Transparency And Independent Probe
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA has urged the DUP to be transparent about the actions of its senior figures in relation to other alleged victims of Jeffrey Donaldson's alleged predatory behaviour, following revelations in the BBC's Spotlight documentary.
29 June 2026
Detectives Seek Witnesses After Serious Assault In Newtownards
Detectives are seeking witnesses after a man was seriously assaulted in Newtownards in the early hours of Sunday, 28 June. At approximately 3am, it was reported that the victim was attacked by several males in the James Street area of the town.
Detectives Seek Witnesses After Serious Assault In Newtownards
Detectives are seeking witnesses after a man was seriously assaulted in Newtownards in the early hours of Sunday, 28 June. At approximately 3am, it was reported that the victim was attacked by several males in the James Street area of the town.
29 June 2026
HMRC Urges Self Assessment Taxpayers To Act Before 31 July Payment Deadline
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging millions of Self Assessment customers to prepare for the second payment on account, due by midnight on 31 July, for the 2025 to 2026 tax year. Taxpayers can set up weekly or monthly payment plans to spread the cost, and any instalments already made will count towards their next Self Assessment bill.
HMRC Urges Self Assessment Taxpayers To Act Before 31 July Payment Deadline
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging millions of Self Assessment customers to prepare for the second payment on account, due by midnight on 31 July, for the 2025 to 2026 tax year. Taxpayers can set up weekly or monthly payment plans to spread the cost, and any instalments already made will count towards their next Self Assessment bill.
29 June 2026
Naomi Long Pledges Support For Minority Ethnic Communities
Justice Minister Naomi Long has offered assurances to minority ethnic communities in Northern Ireland during a visit to the Belfast Islamic Centre, emphasising that the justice system is working to support and protect those who feel vulnerable.
Naomi Long Pledges Support For Minority Ethnic Communities
Justice Minister Naomi Long has offered assurances to minority ethnic communities in Northern Ireland during a visit to the Belfast Islamic Centre, emphasising that the justice system is working to support and protect those who feel vulnerable.
29 June 2026
Education Minister Opens £53m Down High School Campus In Downpatrick
Education Minister Paul Givan joined staff, governors and pupils in Downpatrick to celebrate the official opening of the new Down High School. The state-of-the-art site on Strangford Road accommodates 950 pupils and includes a sports hall, PE facilities and outdoor pitches, alongside modern teaching and learning spaces.
Education Minister Opens £53m Down High School Campus In Downpatrick
Education Minister Paul Givan joined staff, governors and pupils in Downpatrick to celebrate the official opening of the new Down High School. The state-of-the-art site on Strangford Road accommodates 950 pupils and includes a sports hall, PE facilities and outdoor pitches, alongside modern teaching and learning spaces.
29 June 2026
Motorcyclist Dies After Two-Vehicle Crash Near Cushendall
Police have confirmed that a man from the Bellaghy area died at the scene of a serious collision on Chapel Road, Cushendall, on Sunday 28 June. Detectives are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage as enquiries continue.
Motorcyclist Dies After Two-Vehicle Crash Near Cushendall
Police have confirmed that a man from the Bellaghy area died at the scene of a serious collision on Chapel Road, Cushendall, on Sunday 28 June. Detectives are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage as enquiries continue.
29 June 2026
Magical Mournes Portal Opens For Week Of Events With NI Water
Guided walks, tours and family-friendly activities across the Mournes will run this week as NI Water joins Mourne Heritage Trust, the National Trust and local groups to showcase heritage, engineering and conservation.
Magical Mournes Portal Opens For Week Of Events With NI Water
Guided walks, tours and family-friendly activities across the Mournes will run this week as NI Water joins Mourne Heritage Trust, the National Trust and local groups to showcase heritage, engineering and conservation.
26 June 2026
Fane Valley Commits £1.1m To Workforce Skills Across NI
Agri-food co-operative Fane Valley Group will spend £1.1m on skills development across its Northern Ireland operations to support delivery of its three-year business plan. Founded in 1903 and headquartered in Moira, the group has sites in Belfast, Omagh, Moy, Newry and Tandragee, alongside 17 agri-retail stores across Northern Ireland.
Fane Valley Commits £1.1m To Workforce Skills Across NI
Agri-food co-operative Fane Valley Group will spend £1.1m on skills development across its Northern Ireland operations to support delivery of its three-year business plan. Founded in 1903 and headquartered in Moira, the group has sites in Belfast, Omagh, Moy, Newry and Tandragee, alongside 17 agri-retail stores across Northern Ireland.
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