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ALT Health Minister Robbie Butler watches scenario training for UU nursing students
ALT UU Nursing students undergo scenario training
ALT Health Minister Robbie Butler pictured with UU Nursing students and staff
ALT Health Minister Robbie Butler at a Q&A session with UU Nursing & Paramedic students
ALT Department of Justice branded title slide featuring the heading “UNFITNESS TO PLEAD: INDEPENDENT REVIEW” in large dark blue text on a white background. The Department of Justice logo and bilingual department name appear in the top left corner. Purple and blue geometric hexagonal design elements frame the right side and lower left corner. The tagline “Working together for fairness, justice and safety” appears at the bottom right.
ALT Health Minister Robbie Butler pictured outside the offices of Start360 in Belfast with staff from Start360.
ALT The Chief Medical Officer Professor Sir Michael McBride receives his flu vaccine
ALT The Chief Medical Officer Professor Sir Michael McBride receives his flu vaccine
ALT Pictured at the launch at Parliament Buildings with Health Minister Robbie Butler are Head of BHF NI Fearghal McKinney, Lucy Huffington from Portstewart, who lost her father Garry suddenly to a heart attack in September with Terry Rice from Newry, who lost his husband Derek to a heart attack in February.
ALT Chief Medical Officer Professor Sir Michael McBride with Head of BHF NI Fearghal McKinney.
ALT A picture of the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer Prof Cathy Harrison with text beside it which reads: “I would like to thank colleagues across Northern Ireland for their dedication, expertise and ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality pharmacy services and supporting patients, service users and communities every day. “Happy World Pharmacy Technician Day.”
ALT A picture of homes on Rathlin Island with the white DfC logo, a white megaphone icon and white text that reads, “Consultation launched. Streamlining the delivery of Private Sector Home Improvement Grants in Northern Ireland.”
ALT A picture of Minister Lyons in his office with the white DfC logo and quote from the Minister in white text that reads, “Home adaptations can make a significant difference to the lives of disabled and older people, helping them to live safely and independently in their own homes. I'm committed to ensuring everyone has access to a good quality, affordable and sustainable home within a thriving and inclusive community. Gordon Lyons, Communities Minister.”
ALT A picture of houses with the white DfC logo and quote from the Minister in white text that reads, “Proposals * Simplify financial assessments * Remove requirement for contractor estimates * Formally introduce an accelerated process for exceptional time-critical cases Improve support for applicants navigating the process.”
ALT Pictured L-R: ROI Chief Dental Officer Dr Dympna Kavanagh, NI Deputy Chief Medical Officer Prof Lourda Geoghegan, NI Chief Dental Officer Caroline Lappin, NHS England Chief Dental Officer Jason Wong, ROI Chief Medical Officer Dr Mary Horgan, NI Chief Medical Officer Prof Sir Michael McBride and NHS England Chief Medical Officer Prof Sir Chris Whitty
ALT Pictured L-R: NI Deputy Chief Medical Officer Prof Lourda Geoghegan, NI Chief Medical Officer Prof Sir Michael McBride and NI Chief Nursing Officer Prof Maria McIlgorm
ALT NI Chief Medical Officer Prof Sir Michael McBride speaking at the Joint Meeting of the Chief Medical, Dental and Nursing Officers in Dublin.
ALT NI Chief Medical Officer Prof Sir Michael McBride speaking at the Joint Meeting of the Chief Medical, Dental and Nursing Officers in Dublin.
ALT Illustrated graphic with added text "STATEMENT FROM EDUCATION MINISTER PAUL GIVAN on THREATENING EMAILS TO SCHOOLS "I want to absolutely condemn the actions of those who sought to disrupt our education system today by issuing threatening emails to our schools. The PSNI has confirmed that it is treating these emails as a hoax, with similar messages understood to have been received by some schools elsewhere in the UK. I want to reassure schools, parents and pupils that, following extensive checks, the PSNI has not identified anything untoward. “I recognise that this incident has caused significant concern and distress for pupils, parents, school leaders and staff. I also understand that a number of schools have had to make decisions which has unfortunately led to disruption and, in some cases, temporary closures. “The PSNI and the Education Authority have been working closely this morning to provide reassurance and advice. Schools do not need to report receipt of these emails to the PS
ALT A graphic showing figures holding hands in a circle, with text overlaid which reads: "Core Grant Scheme 2027/28"
ALT A graphic of two people shaking hands with text overlaid which reads: "Public Appointments".
ALT A graphic showing someone typing on a laptop with text overlaid which reads "Public Consultation".
ALT Staff in the Urgent Care Centre at Lagan Valley Hospital
ALT Staff in the Urgent Care Centre at Lagan Valley Hospital
ALT Members of "The Enthusiasts" Choir at Brain Injury Matters
ALT Members of "The Enthusiasts" Choir at Brain Injury Matters
ALT Member of "The Enthusiasts" Choir at Brain Injury Matters pictured with her mother
ALT Members of "The Enthusiasts" Choir at Brain Injury Matters pictured with Health Minister Robbie Butler