Communities Minister Gordon Lyons opens Pavilion development at Ulster Folk Museum
The Northern Ireland Executive has begun construction on the first phase of a £50million heritage initiative, with work set to finish by spring 2027.
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McIlroy opens three under at DP World Tour Championship in bid to match Montgomerie's eight titles
Rory McIlroy begins his campaign for a historic eighth Race to Dubai crown with a low-scoring round as wind conditions challenge the field.
DoJ opens consultation on DNA and fingerprint retention review process
The Department of Justice is seeking public input on proposals to introduce a scheduled review system for long-term biometric data in Northern Ireland.
Sri Lanka defeat Ireland Women by 10 wickets in Emerging Nations opener
The visitors lost their first group match of the tournament in the United Arab Emirates after falling short by a large margin.
Garth Brooks extends Belfast 2027 tour after sell-out success
American country music star adds a third outdoor show to the city's calendar following strong demand for his initial dates.
Retired executive reappointed to Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service board
The Health Minister has confirmed the renewal of a non-executive appointment to the service covering over 5,500 square miles.
Legacy body chief warns Troubles inquiries may total £630m as reform plans face parliamentary review
Sir Declan Morgan told MPs the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Reconciliation in Northern Ireland could eventually manage 650 cases following legislative changes.
Carbery returns to Leinster as podcast explores rugby career and The Traitors
A new episode of the Ireland Rugby Social Podcast features Joey Carbery discussing his move from Munster to Bordeaux and his upcoming return to the province where he began.
Primary care teams completed more than 1,350 vasectomies in Northern Ireland during the past twelve months
Health Minister Robbie Butler visited a participating centre to highlight how the regional service is expanding access to treatment without requiring hospital referrals.
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir launches £12.2m call for landscape biodiversity projects
The new Farming with Nature Landscape Projects Scheme opens its applications today, backed by Resource and Capital funds to deliver habitat improvements across farms.
Respect Index data shows rise in feeling respected across Northern Ireland between 2024 and 2025
The Northern Ireland Executive has released a report measuring perceptions of discrimination using the Everyday Discrimination Scale, with 23% of respondents reporting they feel respected in 2025 compared to 12% in the previous year.
O'Neill's squad benefits from significant club playing time ahead of Nations League fixtures
Recent international windows have seen most players in the Northern Ireland group average over 1,000 minutes of action across England's top three divisions
Troy Parrott named in three FAI award categories ahead of ceremony
The Republic of Ireland striker is shortlisted for player of the year, young player of the year and goal of the year following his World Cup campaign.
McIlroy eyes eighth season title as nine remain in hunt at Dubai
Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy is among the final contenders for the Race to Dubai crown, though he would secure his fifth consecutive championship with a win this week.
Northern Ireland plans mandatory code for heating oil suppliers following CMA review
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald announced measures to improve transparency and support vulnerable households after the Competition and Markets Authority identified gaps in consumer protection.
Irish police declare historic security deployment for EU summit as PSNI provide support
Gardaí state the operation to protect leaders from Latvia, Portugal and other nations will surpass previous efforts for US presidential visits.
Holiday Meal Payments Bill reaches final Assembly stage
Sinn Féin's Danny Baker has secured enough support to bring forward legislation that would provide financial aid for families with children on free school meals, despite opposition from the DUP.
Arsenal's Ceadach O'Neill excluded from Northern Ireland's remaining Nations League games
The forward is not available for the matches against Ukraine in Belfast and Hungary in Budapest following a recent injury.
Aberdeen dismiss Stephen Robinson following poor league form and Hibs loss
The Dons have parted with the 51-year-old after a 4-0 defeat to Hibernian, leaving Stuart Duff in charge until a permanent successor is found.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons launches public consultation on Active Ageing Strategy Action Plan
The Northern Ireland Executive seeks community input to shape practical measures supporting older people's independence and wellbeing through 2032.
Assembly Committee on Procedures Publishes Draft Rules for Petitions of Concern
The body tasked with reviewing Assembly rules has released a report outlining proposals to reform the petition mechanism, including measures to prevent procedural delays.
Ireland's Jansen ruled out of remaining Nations Championship fixtures
Knee injury sidelines the forward for matches against Fiji and South Africa, leaving head coach Andy Farrell with limited options at number eight.
Intertrade UK correspondence details released
The Northern Ireland Office has published information regarding letters exchanged with Intertrade UK.
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins unveils ten-year active travel network for Northern Ireland towns and cities
The Urban Delivery Plan maps over 140km of priority routes to make walking, wheeling or cycling the preferred choice for shorter journeys