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Secretary of State writes to Northern Ireland Civil Service on sustainable public finances

Secretary of State writes to Northern Ireland Civil Service on sustainable public finances

Wednesday, 20 September 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has today (Wednesday 20 September) written to the Permanent Secretaries of all Northern Ireland Civil Serv...

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NI Troubles (Legacy & Reconciliation) Act receives Royal Assent

NI Troubles (Legacy & Reconciliation) Act receives Royal Assent

Tuesday, 19 September 2023

Statement by Secretary of State, Chris Heaton-Harris MP, following Royal Assent of the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act....

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Appointment of Commissioner for Investigations of ICRIR

Appointment of Commissioner for Investigations of ICRIR

Thursday, 14 September 2023

Secretary State for Northern Ireland confirms Peter Sheridan as Commissioner for Investigations designate of the Independent Commission for Reconcilia...

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Secretary of State commends PEACE PLUS programme progress

Secretary of State commends PEACE PLUS programme progress

Monday, 11 September 2023

After addressing the PEACE PLUS launch hosted by SEUPB at Newforge Sports Centre, the Secretary of State visited Youth Action NI in Belfast. ...

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Secretary of State's Speech at PEACE PLUS launch

Secretary of State's Speech at PEACE PLUS launch

Monday, 11 September 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland addressed attendees at a PEACE PLUS programme launch event hosted by the Special EU Programmes Body. ...

Secretary of State announces appointment of five members to the Board of Tourism Northern Ireland.

Secretary of State announces appointment of five members to the Board of Tourism Northern Ireland.

Friday, 08 September 2023

The Rt Hon Chris Heaton-Harris MP, has today announced the appointment of five members to the Board of Tourism Northern Ireland....

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Secretary of State visits 2025 Open Championship host

Secretary of State visits 2025 Open Championship host

Monday, 28 August 2023

Secretary of State hears plans for the upcoming Open Championship at Royal Portrush in 2025...

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More than 100 investors confirmed for summit in Northern Ireland

More than 100 investors confirmed for summit in Northern Ireland

Sunday, 13 August 2023

Northern Ireland’s innovative businesses will be showcased to more than 100 global investors at the Northern Ireland Investment Summit this September....

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Secretary of State announces reappointments to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission

Secretary of State announces reappointments to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission

Tuesday, 08 August 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, the Right Honourable Chris Heaton-Harris MP, has announced the appointment of four Commissioners to the N...

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Secretary of State hails 'incredible' work of K9 Search and Rescue Team

Secretary of State hails 'incredible' work of K9 Search and Rescue Team

Monday, 07 August 2023

The Secretary of State met the K9 Search and Rescue dogs and their handlers at the Northern Ireland Office's headquarters in Belfast. ...

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Privacy Notice

Privacy Notice

Tuesday, 25 July 2023

The NIO is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy notice explains how the NIO uses information about you and the ways in which we will pro...

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Secretary of State's speech   NI Budget (No. 2) Bill Second Reading

Secretary of State's speech NI Budget (No. 2) Bill Second Reading

Tuesday, 11 July 2023

The Secretary of State made an opening speech in the House of Commons when the Northern Ireland Budget (No.2) Bill was read a second time. ...

Secretary of State's speech at the PinkNews Belfast Summer Reception 2023

Secretary of State's speech at the PinkNews Belfast Summer Reception 2023

Thursday, 29 June 2023

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland's opening speech at the PinkNews Summer Reception 2023 at Stormont. ...

Secretary of State introduces budget bill for Northern Ireland

Secretary of State introduces budget bill for Northern Ireland

Thursday, 29 June 2023

Northern Ireland Budget (No.2) Bill introduced in the House of Commons...

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Secretary of State announces appointment of new Commissioner
for Children and Young People for Northern Ireland

Secretary of State announces appointment of new Commissioner for Children and Young People for Northern Ireland

Wednesday, 21 June 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has today announced the appointment of Mr Chris Quinn as the new Commissioner for Children and Young Peopl...

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BIIGC JUNE 2023 JOINT COMMUNIQUÉ

BIIGC JUNE 2023 JOINT COMMUNIQUÉ

Monday, 19 June 2023

A meeting of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference (BIIGC) took place at Mansion House, London, on 19 June 2023....

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Secretary of State writes to NI Civil Service on sustainable public finances

Secretary of State writes to NI Civil Service on sustainable public finances

Wednesday, 14 June 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has today (Wednesday 14 June) written to the Permanent Secretaries of all Northern Ireland Civil Service d...

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Secretary of State announces Chair of the Omagh Bombing Inquiry

Secretary of State announces Chair of the Omagh Bombing Inquiry

Monday, 12 June 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has appointed The Rt Hon Lord Turnbull as Chair of the Omagh Bombing Inquiry. ...

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Government introduces amendments to NI Troubles legacy legislation

Government introduces amendments to NI Troubles legacy legislation

Thursday, 08 June 2023

The UK Government has formally tabled significant amendments to legislation seeking to address the legacy of the Troubles in Northern Ireland. ...

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New requirements for Relationship and Sexuality Education curriculum in Northern Ireland

New requirements for Relationship and Sexuality Education curriculum in Northern Ireland

Tuesday, 06 June 2023

The UK Government is updating the requirements for Relationship and Sexuality Education (RSE) curriculum in Northern Ireland. ...

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APPOINTMENT OF A NEW CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER FOR NORTHERN IRELAND

APPOINTMENT OF A NEW CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER FOR NORTHERN IRELAND

Monday, 05 June 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has announced the appointment of Dr David Marshall as Chief Electoral Officer for Northern Ireland....

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Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement completes tour of Northern Ireland

Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement completes tour of Northern Ireland

Friday, 02 June 2023

The Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement has concluded its 800 mile tour across Northern Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of its signing,...

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British Irish Intergovernmental Conference (BIIGC) June 2023

British Irish Intergovernmental Conference (BIIGC) June 2023

Friday, 02 June 2023

The UK Government will host the next meeting of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference on 19 June 2023. ...

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Secretary of State announces £5m legacy memorialisation fund and digitisation project

Secretary of State announces £5m legacy memorialisation fund and digitisation project

Wednesday, 31 May 2023

The UK Government has committed £5m to support the recommendations of a memorialisation strategy that will be commissioned through the Northern Irelan...

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Poetry collection open for submissions for young people to reflect on the Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement 25th Anniversary

Poetry collection open for submissions for young people to reflect on the Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement 25th Anniversary

Tuesday, 30 May 2023

Poetry collection is inviting school students and youth groups in Northern Ireland to reflect on the lasting impact of the Belfast (Good Friday) Agree...

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Secretary of State honours civic society’s contribution to Northern Ireland’s transformation

Secretary of State honours civic society’s contribution to Northern Ireland’s transformation

Friday, 26 May 2023

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland honoured the crucial work by civic society to support the peace process in Northern Ireland over the past 25 y...

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Northern Ireland (Interim Arrangements) Act 2023 prevents governance gap in Executive’s absence

Northern Ireland (Interim Arrangements) Act 2023 prevents governance gap in Executive’s absence

Thursday, 25 May 2023

The Northern Ireland (Interim Arrangements) Act, which received Royal Assent yesterday (24 May 2023), also allows the UK Government to explore, with t...

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28 Sites in NI share £600,000 UK GOV Grassroots Investment

28 Sites in NI share £600,000 UK GOV Grassroots Investment

Friday, 19 May 2023

More people in NI will have the opportunity to get involved in sport thanks to the UK Gov investing £600,000 in multisport grassroots facilities throu...

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Secretary of State announces ICRIR Chief Commissioner

Secretary of State announces ICRIR Chief Commissioner

Thursday, 11 May 2023

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has appointed The Rt Hon Sir Declan Morgan to be Chief Commissioner of the Independent Commission for Reconcil...

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Northern Ireland Secretary announces 2023 24 Budget and contingency plans for governance

Northern Ireland Secretary announces 2023 24 Budget and contingency plans for governance

Thursday, 27 April 2023

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has set a budget for 2023-24 and introduced legislation to ensure public services can continue to function...

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