Sinn Fein accused of ‘hypocrisy’ over NI free trade deal with Israel
Economy Minister Archibald says her hands are tied by agreements that Government signs Smoke rises following an Israeli…
Four companies to invest nearly £2m to create jobs and boost exports in NI
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald was pleased to announce the investment 07:03, 18 Aug 2025Updated 07:11, 18 Aug…
Paul MacFlynn: Productivity is not an issue of worker effort, but a matter of the quality of firms
Labour productivity is an important economic indicator (Getty Images) When the Northern Ireland Executive was restored last year,…
Economy Minister announces enhanced learning opportunities for young people with special needs
In a statement to the Assembly, the Minister set out wide-ranging proposals for improved provision, enhanced learner support…
Public pays over £400k to heat Stormont over last year as 250k pensioners’ fuel allowance cut
It was part of a £2.5m bill for heating costs over the past five years. The figures were…
More ‘focus and pace’ needed to equip NI workforce with the rights skills, report finds
In a report ‘Developing the skills for Northern Ireland’s future,’ the scrutiny body said that despite the development…
Cost of renting north coast apartment for one week set to soar to £60k as The Open returns to Portrush
Rory McIlroy fever helping to drive up costs – but concerns over locals priced out of the market…
NI employment law reforms: Business gives mixed reaction
The Employment Bill will bring dramatic changes to workplaces in Northern Ireland which some businesspeople say they have…