Naomi Long warns draft Budget would slow justice system further
The Justice Minister says historic underfunding remains unresolved and has affected policing, prisons, legal aid, courts and probation.
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Four Parole Commissioners re-appointed in Northern Ireland
The Department of Justice said the re-appointments bring the number of serving commissioners to 37.
DAERA publishes August brucellosis compensation rates
The rates apply to reactor and negative in-contact animals where notices of intended slaughter are issued during August.
Gemma Stevenson appointed trade commissioner for Middle East and Pakistan
She will also become His Majesty’s Consul General to Dubai and the Northern Emirates when she takes up the role in September.
Chancellor confirms Budget will be held on 28 October
John Healey said his first Budget would be built on fiscal discipline and would move money and power out of Westminster into communities across Britain.
Prime Minister discusses trade and security with Narendra Modi
The UK and Indian leaders discussed the UK-India partnership, technology co-operation, the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz.
Toby Howarth approved as next Bishop of Leeds
The King has approved the nomination of the Bishop of Bradford to succeed Nicholas Baines following his retirement.
Households urged to check bills for £150 winter energy discount
Eligible households must be named on their electricity bill by 23 August to receive the Warm Home Discount automatically this winter.