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    Image of 5 people standing – pictured left to right are; Economy Minister, Caoimhe Archibald, First Minister Michelle O’Neill, Hugh Cormican, CEO of Cirdan, deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly and Alison Currie, Chief Development Officer, Invest NI.

    The First Minister, deputy First Minister and Minister for Economy announce £12.9m investment by Cirdan to drive innovation, skills and create jobs

    5 March 2026
    The Executive Office

    Ministers have announced a £12.9million investment by Cirdan Imaging

    Justice Minister

    Sentencing Bill introduced to the Assembly

    3 March 2026
    Department of Justice

    New legislation which will bring a raft of changes to sentencing in Northern Ireland has been introduced.

    Illustrated graphics that says - The Future of CCEA GCSE, AS and A Level Qualifications, New Reforms, Announced.

    Education Minister unveils reforms to GCSEs and A Levels in Northern Ireland

    3 March 2026
    Department for Education

    Paul Givan has announced a major new policy framework for CCEA GCSE and A level qualifications.

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    • Archibald reappoints Chair of the Stranmillis University College board of governors Department for the Economy
    • DAERA Minister announces the opening dates for the 2026 Single Application and Map Service and the Entitlement Transfer Service Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
    • From San Francisco to LA, Archibald showcases the north to US investors Department for the Economy
    • ‘Let’s Talk Rural’: Minister Muir Opens Consultation on ambitious Draft Rural Policy Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
    • Lyons: Creative industries provide opportunities for our young people Department for Communities
    • Long: Why we must confront myths about rape Department of Justice
    • First Minister and deputy First Minister celebrate the contribution of women across society on International Women’s Day The Executive Office

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    This section covers the work of the Northern Ireland Executive, which includes the Programme for Government, Budget and Economic Strategy and the Executive Action Plan on Tackling Paramilitary Activity, Criminality and Organised Crime.

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    Budget

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    The Budget provides the Executive with an opportunity to improve the lives of people in Northern Ireland by allocating resources to high priority areas.

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    The Programme for Government (PfG) sets the strategic context for both the Budget and the Investment Strategy for Northern Ireland.

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    Latest publications

    • 2010 Approved Tachograph Centre Special Notices

      Department for Infrastructure Published 9 March 2026
    • 2012 Approved Tachograph Centre Special Notices

      Department for Infrastructure Published 9 March 2026
    • The Malone Road, Belfast (Abandonment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Published 9 March 2026
    • 2009 Approved Tachograph Centre Special Notices

      Department for Infrastructure Published 9 March 2026
    • 2011 Approved Tachograph Centre Special Notices

      Department for Infrastructure Published 9 March 2026
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    Latest consultations

    • Proposals on changes to regulations to support the uptake of zero emission goods vehicles (ZEGVs) in Northern Ireland

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 06 April 2026
    • Public Consultation on Rural NI: Our New Approach 2026-2041

      Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Closes 01 June 2026
    • Publication of EQIA for Draft Budget

      Department for Health Closes 01 June 2026
    • Re-advertisement - The U7487 Vicarage Road, Portadown (Abandonment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 15 April 2026
    • The Prohibition of Right-Hand Turn (Newtownabbey) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 27 March 2026
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