Northern Ireland families will receive the 2nd Cost of Living payment this month.
The payment will be delivered automatically and shows the Government’s commitment to supporting the most vulnerable in our society.
RT @DWPgovuk: The second #CostOfLivingPayment is being paid from today to people on certain benefits
1.6 million people are receiving their payment today with more on the way tomorrow
To find out more visit https://ow.l…
RT @PARLYapp: The portrait was commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art and will be displayed in Portcullis House.
It was an honour to attend the unveiling of this portrait by the immensely talented artist, @colin_davidson. An impressive and fitting tribute to a remarkable public servant - John Hume, key architect of the peace process in Northern Ireland.
RT @humefoundation: Privileged to be attending the unveiling of @colin_davidson official portrait of John Hume at Westminster today.
"John meant so much to so many people across these island…
Congratulations to world champion @McClenaghanRhys for his fantastic gold medal win🥇at the World Gymnastics Championships in Liverpool! A fantastic achievement and testimony to his dedication and hard work 👏
RT @McClenaghanRhys: WORLD CHAMPION!🥇
To anybody who ever supported me.
To my family and friends.
To my younger self.
Thank you, this one was for all of you.❤️☘️
I'm delighted to be at @MALLAGHAN_GROUP during #TradeWeek, one of the world's fastest-growing manufacturers in the Global Aviation sector.
An interesting discussion of how the UK's new Free Trade Agreements can provide further opportunities for Northern Ireland exporters.
Fantastic to meet with the Women's Policy Group in Belfast yesterday. I was enlightened by their insight and breadth of knowledge and experience as we discussed key issues of concern to the sector.
RT @WRDA_team: The Women's Policy Group met with the Secretary of State @chhcalling and the NIO Team today to discuss a number of issues including poverty, abortion commissioning, the treatment of pregnant women in immigration detention, …
As families of the 'Disappeared' make their annual Silent Walk to Stormont, I urge anyone to call the confidential, free phone number (00800 55585500) if they have any information that might lead to their recovery.
RT @WAVETrauma: On All Souls Day (2nd Nov) the families of those Disappeared have undertaken a Silent Walk to remember their loved ones. Today at 12.30 they will gather again for the 16th time. These little lapel pins ar…
I'm grateful to the Northern Ireland business community for their insight & expertise on the challenging situation they are facing.
NI businesses need & deserve strong local political leadership to support them with difficult issues including high energy prices.
RT @NIHRC: Today our Chief Commissioner Alyson Kilpatrick met with the Secretary of State for NI @chhcalling to discuss ongoing human rights issues affecting Northern Ireland.
We are providing vital support to help Northern Ireland households this winter.
The Energy Price Guarantee will reduce NI families' energy bills, providing relief for many this winter.
RT @beisgovuk: From today, households in Northern Ireland will start receiving money off their energy bills through the Energy Price Guarantee.
This provides equivalent support to that on offer in Great Britain and will remain in place until 31 Ma…
RT @CommonsSpeaker: The clocks are going back, and in the House of Commons we've got over 2,000 clocks. Our clock keepers do such an amazing job.
The Great Clock of Westminster, better known as Big Ben, is being changed to GMT when the lights go out on its four dial faces at 10pm this evening.
.@NIOgov is developing an ambitious programme for the Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement's 25th anniversary, including activity to help young people understand #GFA25 and its relevance today.
Thanks to the Church Leaders Group for an insightful discussion last night on the challenges facing communities in NI, including rising costs of living.
I set out UK government action to help, and need for a restored Executive to deliver for the people of NI.
RT @pciassembly: The Church Leaders' Group Ireland met Secretary of State @chhcalling this evening & stressed the need for urgent action in light the worst cost of living cris…
Today I visited @QUBelfast to hear about their plans for the Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement's 25th anniversary next year & to discuss the Agreement with local young people 👇
I really enjoyed visiting Belfast’s first ever Black History Expo today, hosted by @JoinHerNetwork. A privilege to meet businesses, community and public sector organisations working together to celebrate Northern Ireland’s diversity and promote inclusion.
I’m honoured to be re-appointed as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.
I’m pleased that I will be able to continue working to ensure that we deliver on the priorities for the people of Northern Ireland.
RT @10DowningStreet: The Rt Hon Chris Heaton-Harris MP @chhcalling has been re-appointed as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland @NIOgov.
The legislation is clear - if the Executive does not reform by 28 October, I will call an election.
A city rich in its history, art and culture - it was a pleasure to view Derry-Londonderry at its best from the vantage point of the iconic city walls. Thank you to city centre manager, Jim Roddy @CCIDERRY, for the welcome and informative tour.
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A privilege to visit the city’s @nerve_centre to learn more about the creative media arts sector and the innovative projects which are helping NI attract global attention in the field. Through education, this wonderful project is also fostering stronger community relations. (2/3)
I was delighted to visit Derry-Londonderry yesterday and personally thank @NIAS & @NIFRSOFFICIAL personnel who provided assistance to colleagues in Donegal throughout the recent Creeslough tragedy. We owe an immense debt of gratitude to all of our emergency services.
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