Robin Swann says another lockdown would be a detrimental step he would not want to recommend.

Owen Paterson has rejected the findings of an inquiry that found he breached Commons lobbying rules.

Police say duct tape was used to cover the pensioners eyes and bind her wrists.

The deal with Selazar is thought to be the biggest outside investment into an NI start-up.

People will be able to use their Spend Local voucher in shops until 14 December.

The new college building joins 25 others around the world as exemplars of green construction.

An ED consultant at Altnagelvin says they struggled to cope with pressures during Halloween.

The health minister says the idea of patients being able to ask for proof from staff has not been discussed.

The Princess Royal unveils a stone marking Northern Ireland's centenary during one-day visit.

Deputy Chief Constable Mark Hamilton says a "mechanism" will still be needed to tackle legacy issues.

The agriculture minister says tariffs on New Zealand exports of beef, lamb and butter should remain.

Judge agrees to overturn unionist councillor's convictions for assaulting a female police officer.

The executive committed to increase the number of funded cycles in 2020 but it has not happened yet.

As a new recruitment campaign launches, figures reveal only 24% of new officers in 2020 were Catholic.

The total number of coronavirus-linked deaths recorded by the Department of Health is 2,716.

The Cert Check NI app can be used for voluntary checks in hospitality and entertainment venues.

Northern Ireland's rollout of the jabs lags considerably behind the rest of the UK.

NI's nightclubs reopen for the first time in more than 18 months as Covid-19 rules ease.

The clinics will advise patients on how to manage the condition and refer them to other services.

The Department of Health says the lateral flow tests must be from private providers, not the NHS.

Farmers are under pressure to cut emissions but want their work so far to be recognised.

The weather forecast in Northern Ireland.

Some homes in Lisnaskea are taking part in a pilot scheme trialling technology like heat pumps.

Big crowds sampled the atmosphere in Londonderry as the city's annual Halloween festival returned.

Ahead of the COP26 conference, BBC News NI looks environmental challenges facing Northern Ireland.

Many clubs have experienced falling membership subscriptions and increased costs during lockdown.

People will have another two weeks to spend their £100 high street vouchers, says Gordon Lyons.

Northern Ireland's agriculture industry is the biggest producer of greenhouse gases in the local economy and farmers are under pressure to reduce their emissions.

Clubbers were delighted to be back on the dancefloor for the first time since March 2020.

"Thugs" who hijacked and burnt a bus in Newtownards have harmed their community, says Nichola Mallon.

The service will begin in May 2022 with three flights a week, adding more during peak summer months.

The alto sax and clarinet player enthralled fans with a career spanning more than 70 years.

This year's celebration is called Awakening the Walled City and features events across the district.

Shots were reportedly fired in the Sevenoaks area of the city on Sunday evening.

New guidelines state that customers must socially distance in nightclub queues in the Republic of Ireland.

Brother Colm O'Connell says being recognised by the Irish government for his work coaching Kenyan runners is a "tremendous honour".

Nightclubs in the Republic of Ireland opened on Friday and now ticketing is a requirement of entry.

Gardaí (Irish police) say "nothing of evidential value" was found in Kildare woodland operation.

The Republic of Ireland secure an early boost to their World Cup qualification hopes with an impressive 2-1 away victory over Finland in Helsinki.