First minister labels MLAs pay increase 'grotesque' amid budget deadlock
The health minister stated he could not deliver the proposed salary uplift without a confirmed Stormont budget, as public services continue to run on contingency arrangements.
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Labour proposes replacement for Troubles legacy legislation after meeting with Secretary of State
North Belfast MP John Finucane says the government will release updated details next month following discussions on a joint framework with Dublin
Muir unveils plan to safeguard sharks, skates and rays in Northern Ireland waters
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has released a strategy outlining eight key actions to address the long-term decline of elasmobranch populations.
Communities Minister pledges once-in-a-generation overhaul of homelessness strategy
Gordon Lyons announced a shift from crisis response to prevention at a Housing Rights event in the Parliament Buildings.
Leaders from Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to gather in Cardiff
The three devolved administrations will explore closer cooperation while each leader seeks a path toward independence.
School uniform rules to allow girls trousers from 2027/28
New guidelines under the School Uniforms Act mean schools in Northern Ireland must offer an option for female pupils to wear trousers starting next academic year.
Harry Styles adds 25 dates to tour, with Kylie Minogue supporting in US
The singer will perform at stadiums across Phoenix, Dallas, Atlanta and Chicago for the first time as a solo act.
St Columba's Primary School closure proposed for August 2027
The Council for Catholic Maintained Schools has submitted plans to shut the Newbuildings facility, though governors warn the move is too early