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Funding announced won’t undo the damage caused by austerity - Archibald
Responding to the Chancellor’s Budget statement, Finance Minister Caoimhe Archibald said whilst a Budget that prioritises the economy and public services is welcome, it will not undo the damage caused by years of underfunding.
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130 student placements on offer with Civil Service – Archibald
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald today launched the 2025-26 Civil Service Student Placement Scheme, with 130 placements available across government departments.
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Archibald and Nesbitt commit to delivering on Baby Loss Certificate Scheme
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Health Minister Mike Nesbitt have issued a joint message of support to those affected by pregnancy and baby loss.
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Executive Budget Sustainability Plan published
The Finance Minister has today published the Budget Sustainability Plan following agreement by the Executive.
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Appointments to the Board of the Utility Regulator
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has appointed a new Chair to the Board of the Northern Ireland Authority for Utility Regulation (the Utility Regulator) and a new board member.
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Ministers and MLAs unite in call for unpausing of Growth Deals
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has continued to press for the lifting of the pause on the Causeway Coast and Glens and Mid South West Growth Deals.
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Pause must be lifted immediately for Causeway Coast and Glens and Mid South West Growth Deals – Archibald
Finance Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald has said the British Government must lift the pause immediately on the Causeway Coast and Glens and Mid South West Growth Deals.
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Rate relief consultation report published
The Department of Finance has published a report on responses received to the consultation on the removal of rates support measures for businesses and households.
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Archibald encourages entrepreneurs to help vacant premises get ‘Back in Business’
Finance Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald today called on anyone planning to start or expand their business by setting up in a long term vacant property to avail of the Back in Business scheme.
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Administrative Officer recruitment competition launched for 500 positions
The Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) has launched a campaign to recruit 500 permanent Administrative Officers for roles across all government departments.
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Civil Service reaches JAM Card milestone
Finance Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald, today welcomed confirmation that 17,000 Civil Servants have carried out the JAM (Just a Minute) card accreditation.
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Investment and positive momentum key to addressing regional imbalance- Archibald
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald outlined her commitment to regional balance during a visit to the north west.
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Sustainable investment key to growth and regeneration– Archibald
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has visited the sites of two hotels that have benefitted from an investment fund managed on behalf of the Department
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Finance Minister responds to Chancellor’s Statement
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA said:
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Investment support can unlock growth and regeneration in local communities – Archibald
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA has encouraged developers to unlock potential projects and help deliver economic growth through the NI Investment Fund.
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Deadline extended for Reval2026 rent and lease questionnaire
The deadline for businesses to return their rent and lease questionnaire (RALQ) has been extended until the end of August.
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Executive agrees June monitoring allocations
The Executive has today agreed allocations of over £250 million Resource and £50 million Capital as part of the June 2024/25 monitoring round including funding for education, health and new build social housing.
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New “Civil Service Guide: Supporting Carers” launched as part of Carers Week
As part of Carers Week 2024 and in recognition of the valuable contribution colleagues with caring responsibilities make to the Civil Service, a new "Civil Service Guide: Supporting Carers" has been launched.
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Civil Service launches trainee and apprenticeship schemes with over 100 places available
The Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) has launched a recruitment campaign for a range of trainee and apprenticeship schemes, with over 100 places available.
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Reappointment of members of the Building Regulations Advisory Committee
The Department of Finance has announced the reappointment of four members of the Building Regulations Advisory Committee (NIBRAC).