NI Becomes the First Region to Provide Paid Leave to Parents Affected By Miscarriage
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has confirmed that new miscarriage leave and pay entitlements will come into effect from 6 April 2026. The new Regulations build on the Parental Bereavement […]
Easter Holidays: Health and Social Care services
With the Easter holidays approaching, the public are being reminded of the different health and social care services available in Northern Ireland, and how to access them. Over the holidays, […]
Education Minister welcomes NIAO report on the quality of education in Northern Ireland
Education Minister, Paul Givan today welcomed the publication of the Northern Ireland Audit Office’s report Assessing the Quality of Education in Northern Ireland, describing it as an important and constructive contribution […]
Decision to close down summer schools for children with special educational needs “highly regrettable”
Department of Health, Permanent Secretary, Mike Farrar has criticised the Education Authority’s decision to close down summer schools for children with special educational needs and that every effort will be […]
A Little Bit of Everything with Lukas Baker
A Little Bit of Everything is a warm, family-focused cookbook inspired by Lukas Baker’s German English roots. Filled with simple meals, comforting favourites and personal stories, it brings together recipes […]
Make a Paper Hedgehog with Belfast Zoo
WHAT YOU WILL NEED: • Paper plate • Scissors • Pencil • Black marker or felt tip pens STEP 1 – Take your paper plate and fold it in half […]
Transforming Education in Northern Ireland
Ulster University and the Integrated Education Fund (IEF) launched ‘Transforming Education- Northern Ireland’, a compendium of 24 research papers examining divisions within our education system and exploring inclusive alternatives at […]
The Travel to and from School by Pupils in Northern Ireland 2024/25 has been published
Research has been carried out into how children travel to and from school in Northern Ireland. The publication includes active and sustainable travel statistics for travel to and from school […]
Ballykeel Youth Centre steps into the spotlight for Comic Relief
All eyes are on Ballykeel Youth Centre this week as Comic Relief airs its special feature on the Invisible Traffick Junior Education Programme this Friday (March 20th). A television crew […]
Should Under-16s Be Banned from Social Media?
The debate over whether children under 16 should be banned from social media has gained momentum following a recent vote in the House of Lords. Peers backed an amendment calling […]
Education Minister announces continuation of Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme
Education Minister, Paul Givan, has announced that the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NICSS) will continue into 2026-27. The subsidy cap, which is the maximum amount that can be claimed […]
St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Newry
Led by Saint Patrick himself, the St Patrick’s Day Parade in Newry City on Tuesday 17 March 2026 will offer a feast for eyes and ears as swirling dancers, community floats and costumed […]
