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    Statement from the Executive on disorder

    10 June 2026
    The Executive Office

    As Executive Ministers, we collectively and unequivocally condemn the disorder, violence and intimidation we witnessed...

    Illustrated graphics that says - Paul Givan said: I strongly welcome this decisive action to place children’s wellbeing and safety at the heart of the online world. Young people today are growing up in an increasingly digital environment, and it is vital that protections keep pace with the risks they face.

    Education Minister welcomes social media ban to protect children online

    15 June 2026
    Department for Education

    Paul Givan has welcomed the UK Government’s announcement to ban social media platforms for children under the age of 16.

    graphic image with text: RAISE Programme £1.91m funding for further Locality Led Projects announced

    Givan announces further £1.91m funding to deliver RAISE locality led projects across Northern Ireland

    15 June 2026
    Department for Education

    Education Minister Paul Givan has announced a second tranche of locality led projects in RAISE localities.

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    • Lyons launches PRONI’s five-year strategy Department for Communities
    • DAERA announces updates to requirements for exempted dogs Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
    • Get an air pollution assessment with new digital tool Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
    • Roco invests £2.5m in new factory and doubles headcount in Crossmaglen Department for the Economy
    • Kimmins welcomes funding for four cross border greenways Department for Infrastructure

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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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    • NICIFC fact sheet 31 March 2026

      Department for Communities Published 17 June 2026
    • DE FOI/2026-062

      Department for Education Published 17 June 2026
    • DE FOI/2026-070

      Department for Education Published 17 June 2026
    • Permanent Secretary Stocktake minutes – January 2026

      The Executive Office Published 17 June 2026
    • The Strategic Overview of Land & Property Assets Report

      Department of Finance Published 17 June 2026
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    Latest consultations

    • The Roads (Speed Limit) (No. 4) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 09 July 2026
    • Consultation on the Northern Ireland Curriculum 2028

      Department for Education Closes 30 September 2026
    • Surplus Flexibilities for Defined Benefit Pension Schemes: Unlocking Value for Employers and Scheme Members

      Department for Communities Closes 02 September 2026
    • The Parking Places (Disabled Persons' Vehicles) (Amendment No. 4) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 02 July 2026
    • The Parking Places on Roads and Waiting Restrictions (Cookstown) (Amendment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 03 July 2026
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