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Infrastructure Minister, @LizKimminsSF has announced that a further 34 schools will have part-time 20mph speed limit schemes installed.
This will be the fourth tranche of schools to benefit from this important road safety initiative scheme which will see a total of 307 schools across the north benefitting from the scheme since 2020/21.
Read more here: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/new…
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There is a @metofficeni strong winds weather warning from 6pm Saturday 24 Oct until 3pm Sunday, #StormBoelo.
Injuries or danger to life, travel delays, large waves at coasts,power cuts,buildings damage,fallen trees possible.
Info/advice: nidirect.gov.uk/winds
@deptinfra @mea_bc
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Department for Infrastructure retweeted
Yellow warning of wind affecting Northern Ireland www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2026-10-24&id=43d25d86-b917-4419-9e92-d7e72817fbdd&referrer=rss
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The DfI Northern Ireland Planning Statistics First Quarter 2026/27 Statistical Bulletin was released today: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/pub…
ALT 2,390 planning applications received. 2,295 planning applications decided. Q1 2026/27.
Department for Infrastructure retweeted
Country roads demand extra care.
Be prepared for slow-moving farm vehicles, cyclists, horse riders, pedestrians and mud on the road.
Slow down, especially at bends, junctions and when entering villages.
@deptinfra @daera_ni
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins recently participated in the Older People’s Parliament which provided an important opportunity to hear directly from older people about accessible transport, connectivity and independence.
ALT Minister Kimmins addressing the Older People's Parliament
Members of the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council received an update from the Department for Infrastructure regarding road maintenance and improvement works for the years 2025/26 and 2026/27.
More: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/new…
ALT front cover of the DfI report to Mid and East Antrim Borough Council
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**Details below of the DfT Depot Charging Scheme supporting part funding the installation of EV charging point at fleet depots. Open until 31 March 2027.**
The @transportgovuk Depot Charging Scheme is now open and aims to support the uptake of zero emission HGVs, vans, and coaches by part-funding the installation of charging infrastructure at fleet depots.
More details below and in the link - infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/art…
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Essential road maintenance works are planned for the B89 Gaol Square, Victoria Street and Drumadd Road areas of Armagh City from Saturday 24 October to Friday 30 October 2026.
These works are planned over the mid-term school holidays and are being coordinated with works by utilities to minimise disruption.
Traffic management will be necessary throughout and road closures will be in place daily from 0915 with diversions via the A3 Mall West and A3 College Hill. Access to Tower Hill Hospital will be from College Hill.
Road users should allow additional time for their journeys during this period.
@TrafficwatchNI @abcb_council
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Whilst Flood Awareness Week has now concluded, the Department remains on alert and ready to respond to severe weather with our Duty and Flooding Officer Rota operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Alongside our multi-agency partners and Community Resilience Groups we are flood aware – check out Severe weather, storms, flooding and drought | nidirect to see how you can protect yourself and your home from weather extremes.
Take a look at the work that goes on in the background, throughout the year, involving multiple agencies, to prepare for severe weather emergencies across the North.
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Ensure that lights, brakes, steering, exhaust system, seat belts, demisters, wipers & washers are all working.
Lights, indicators, reflectors, number plates, windscreens and windows MUST be kept clean & clear.
@deptinfra @daera_ni
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has commended Bridge Accessible Transport for the contribution it makes to keeping people connected within their wider community.
Read more here: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/new…
ALT Minister Kimmins with staff from Bridge Community Transport
Work on the Portadown Flood Alleviation Scheme continues to move forward with advanced works involving NIE service relocation commencing on Monday 19 October 2026.
Read more here: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/new…
@abcb_council
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Department for Infrastructure retweeted
EVANIs Annual Survey Closes Soon - We use this feedback to highlight key issues & push for improvements with government, councils & charge point operators.
If you drive an EV in NI, please take 5 minutes to respond & help spread the word. Thanks
evani.uk/ev-survey-2026/
#EVANI
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has commended Fermanagh Community Transport for the contribution it makes to keeping some of our most vulnerable individuals connected.
Read more here: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/new…
@CTFermanagh
ALT Minister Kimmins with members of Fermanagh Community Transport
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins joined Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald to hear about the potential development of the St Lucia Barracks in Omagh.
Part of the site is within ownership of the Department for Infrastructure however a Community Asset Transfer process is currently ongoing with a view to develop and regenerate the area.
More: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/new…
@Economy_NI
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Prepare for severe weather by developing community and household plans – guidance at: nidirect.gov.uk/campaigns/be…
ALT Information graphic with Flood Awareness Week date 12-18 October encouraging people to prepare for severe weather by developing household and community emergency plans. The graphic promotes guidance available on the nidirect website to help communities be ready for emergencies.
🚍 This week we’ve been marking Community Transport Week 🚍 @CTAUK1
We spent a morning on the Newry & Mourne Community Transport bus to meet some of its very important passengers, to find exactly how important this service is! @nmdcouncil
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People who walk or ride are more vulnerable when using the road.
Drivers – remember to give cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders at least as much room as you would when overtaking a car.
@deptinfra @daera_ni
ALT Image of Pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and motorcyclists travelling on a busy road.