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The latest politics reporting from The Belfast Herald.
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins says proposals to expand pedestrianisation in Belfast city centre will be published for consultation in the coming weeks as a new transport plan is prepared.
The Executive is seeking views on a draft strategy for responsible use of artificial intelligence across public services until October 7.
The 2025 Northern Ireland Life and Times survey found support for protection duties alongside concern about whether communities are welcoming.
The Economy Minister says applying Air Passenger Duty could weaken a publicly supported route linking the north-west with Dublin Airport.
Jacinta Allan's resignation triggered a leadership spill in Victoria, resulting in Ben Carroll's unanimous election as premier and Victorian Labor Party leader.
Keiko Fujimori assumed the presidency of Peru following her victory in the June runoff election. She will lead a government focused on security, economic growth and infrastructure development.
Thousands have protested in Kyiv for the ninth consecutive day, calling for Mykhailo Fedorov's return as defence minister. The demonstrations resumed after a three-day pause, following the dismissal of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi.
The House voted to approve war powers legislation aimed at halting U.S. military action against Iran, but the Senate rejected the measure, preventing its advancement. The vote followed a surge in oil prices and rising gas costs in the U.S.
