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Record number of arrests and raids of illegal workers across the UK including 187 raids in Northern Ireland leading to 234 arrests.
Five Scottish regions to benefit from a share of a new £140 million UK Government Local Growth Fund.
A New Year message from the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn MP
55 people from Northern Ireland who have contributed to their community and country are celebrated in His Majesty The King’s New Years Honours List 2026 today.
The Secretary of State has reappointment of Ms Fiona Ross as Non-Executive Board Member for the Northern Ireland Office
Action comes after investigations into serious breaches of agent standards.
Letter to council leaders from the Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness in relation to the 2026 local elections.
Some councils have told the department that elections could derail once-in-a-generation plans to scrap wasteful 'two-tier' councils.
The funding injection is aimed at restoring pride, and councils will have more resources available to bring back libraries, youth services and community hubs.
Business rates information letters are issued by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government at regular intervals throughout the year.
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has today (Wednesday 17 December) expressed his regret that the latest search for disappeared teenager Columba McVeigh in Co Monaghan has ended.
Businesses and workers affected by changes at Tata Steel’s Port Talbot site will be able to access an extra £22 million in support from the UK Government.
An enhanced ‘one stop shop’ advice service to boost trade within the UK, promotion of dual market access, and improved communication with stakeholders and the Assembly.
An independent review, led by Philip Rycroft, into foreign financial interference in UK politics has been commissioned by the government.
Round two of the Connect Fund opens for applications in New Year
The new strategy aims to lift 550,000 children across the UK out of poverty by 2030
Copies of the letters confirming the reappointment of Commissioners at Woking Borough Council.
Letter from the Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness, Alison McGovern MP in response to the Commissioners’ fifth report.
Great British Energy backs renewable schemes in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn MP, has responded to the Operation Kenova Final Report.
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