NewsNewsN. IrelandN. Ireland PoliticsStormont spend on business-class flights 'out of touch'Executive officials say flying business-class helps ministers prepare for engagements.6 days agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsProgress on tackling deprived loyalist areas lacking, LCC tells LyonsThe Department for Communities publishes a note of a meeting of the LCC and the minister in October.5 days agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsWaspi women treated 'appallingly' - Little-PengellyIn March, a parliamentary ombudsman recommended compensation of between £1,000 and £2,950 for each of those affected.7 days agoNorthern IrelandNI health worker pay offer welcomed by most unionsHealth Minister Mike Nesbitt confirmed that a pay rise of 5.5% would match offers given to healthcare workers in England and Wales.17 Dec 2024Northern IrelandTaxis in some bus lanes branded 'too little too late'It comes after a meeting between the Department for Infrastructure and business leaders on Monday.17 Dec 2024Northern IrelandProgress on tackling deprived loyalist areas lacking, LCC tells LyonsThe Department for Communities publishes a note of a meeting of the LCC and the minister in October.5 days agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsUnionist parties to pull Stormont Brake for first time The brake is part of NI's Brexit deal and gives Stormont power to object to changes to EU rules that apply in NI.6 days agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsHealth and education set to get biggest share of Stormont budgetThe Stormont Executive has agreed a draft budget which will go to public consultation.6 days agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsWaspi women treated 'appallingly' - Little-PengellyIn March, a parliamentary ombudsman recommended compensation of between £1,000 and £2,950 for each of those affected.7 days agoNorthern IrelandAre Stormont ministers' plans a Christmas wish list?With ministers penning their strategies, Enda McClafferty looks at whether they are realistic or wish lists.15 Dec 2024Northern Ireland PoliticsQuestions raised after DUP politician named as EA chairSinn Féin MLA Pat Sheehan says the appointment raises "important questions and concerns". 13 Dec 2024Northern Ireland PoliticsCould new law tackle 'sea border' issues?A proposed law which could help limit the impact of the Irish Sea border will be debated in the House of Lords.11 Dec 2024Northern Ireland PoliticsPoor sports facilities holding us back, pupils tell GivanEducation Minister Paul Givan was presented with letters on a visit to St Mary's Grammar in west Belfast.11 Dec 2024Northern IrelandLaw to cut emissions in NI approved by assemblyThe legislation sets a target of a 77% cut in emissions by 2040 in Northern Ireland.12 Dec 2024Northern Ireland PoliticsFeatures and analysisCivil case against Gerry Adams in London set for 2026The case is being brought against the former Sinn Féin president by three IRA bomb victims. 16 Dec 2024Northern Ireland PoliticsNo 'concrete' solutions from Belfast traffic congestion meetingThe meeting considered solutions to Belfast congestion, after weeks of heavy rush hour traffic.16 Dec 2024Northern IrelandSingle-use vape ban pushed back by two monthsEnvironment Minister Andrew Muir had previously aimed for the ban to come into effect by April.11 Dec 2024Northern IrelandHilary Benn begins process of repealing Legacy ActHilary Benn begins the process of formally repealing the controversial Troubles legislation.4 Dec 2024Northern Ireland PoliticsTeacher's pay rise simply impossible, says ministerPaul Givan tells assembly members that the teaching unions have asked for a 13.5% rise in 2024-25.3 Dec 2024Northern Ireland
