New EU packaging rules begin applying in part in Northern Ireland
DAERA says the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation started applying on 12 August, with parts of it directly applicable in Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework.
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New framework sets test for future electricity links
Northern Ireland's policy for East-West interconnection will assess proposals against system resilience, cross-border cooperation and consumer value.
Consultation opens on protections for heat network customers
Proposals would introduce a Northern Ireland regulatory framework covering billing, information and complaints for about 3,000 consumers.
More than 1,700 farms apply for nature scheme support
Applications worth a combined £12.37 million include hundreds of kilometres of new and restored hedgerows and riparian buffers.
Departments set out plans for Northern Ireland growth fund
Almost £39m is being divided between day-to-day programmes and capital projects, with the largest infrastructure allocation going to the economy department.
Two members begin seven-year terms at Utility Regulator
Sean Hogan and Paul Smith have joined the body overseeing Northern Ireland's electricity, gas, water and sewerage services.
Maria McAllister joins Invest NI board
The governance and risk specialist has started a term running until March 2029 following a vacancy on the economic development agency's board.
Final days to apply for Tourism NI board positions
The public appointments competition closes at noon on Friday, with successful candidates due to serve three-year terms from November.