Matters arising
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School budgets set out
Budgets for all grant-aided schools have been confirmed for 2014-2015 after Education Minister John O’Dowd amended the common funding scheme.…
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New fine enforcement plans
Justice Minister David Ford has published proposals on improving fine collection and enforcement. A consultation on the topic will run…
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New fine enforcement plans
Justice Minister David Ford has published proposals on improving fine collection and enforcement. A consultation on the topic will run…
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Enterprise zone debate
The first enterprise zone in 30 years has been welcomed by Finance Minister Simon Hamilton following its announcement in the…
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£5 million shortfall in OFMDFM childcare pledge
It was revealed in the Assembly recently that OFMDFM officials estimate that only £7 million of the £12 million allocated…
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Budget reactions
The UK Budget indicates the continued challenge of reducing the deficit. Pension reform was the dominant theme in George Osborne’s…
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Let’s build a future for everyone
John Armstrong, Managing Director of the Construction Employers Federation, argues that the schools estate should be planned with integration in…
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Gas to the West opens for bidders
Utility Regulator Jenny Pyper has launched the competition to extend the gas network into the west of Northern Ireland. The…
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Single planning policy announced
Proposals for a single planning policy statement for Northern Ireland have been published by Environment Minister Mark H Durkan. A…
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Extra funds for road maintenance
The Executive’s January monitoring round has released £20 million for road maintenance, including £3 million set aside for cycling projects,…
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