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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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    • Reappointment of Independent Chair to the Health and Social Care Pension Board Department for Health
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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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    • Northern Ireland Seabird Conservation Strategy 2026-2035

      Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Published 18 June 2026
    • CPD Public Procurement Activity and DOF Contracts Register

      Department of Finance Published 18 June 2026
    • Energy in Northern Ireland 2026

      Department for the Economy Published 18 June 2026
    • DE 2026-27 Business Plan

      Department for Education Published 18 June 2026
    • AFBI advice on European Eels 2026

      Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Published 18 June 2026
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    Latest consultations

    • Call for Views – Reducing Offending and Reoffending Strategy

      Department of Justice Closes 13 August 2026
    • The Circular Road, Newtownards (Abandonment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 29 July 2026
    • Public Consultation on Reducing the Claim Period for the Day Care Foods (Nursery Milk) Scheme in Northern Ireland

      Department for Health Closes 13 August 2026
    • The Roads (Speed Limit) (No. 4) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 09 July 2026
    • Surplus Flexibilities for Defined Benefit Pension Schemes: Unlocking Value for Employers and Scheme Members

      Department for Communities Closes 02 September 2026
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