Northern Ireland Office

Secretary of State @hilarybennmp visited the RUC Garden of Remembrance, a place that honours the sacrifice of 312 officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, and those who were injured. Their dedication to keeping Northern Ireland safe will never be forgotten.

Unlocking NI 's potential 🚀 The @BritishBBank Impact Report shows its 2024/25 activity is expected to create: ✅ £300 million business turnover ✅ 1,100 jobs ✅ 600 newly supported businesses ✅ £300 million business turnover ✅ £100 million economic output

The news from Maguiresbridge is tragic and deeply distressing. My thoughts are with the victims, their relatives, and the local community in Fermanagh. I would urge the public not to speculate and to allow the PSNI to continue their investigation.”

🏌️⛳ With @TheOpen now in full swing at @royalportrush, the Secretary of State @hilarybennmp was given a tour of the globally renowned course and put his own golfing skills to the test.

Minister @Steph_Peacock visited @TheOpen today in Portrush engaging with counterparts from Ireland and Northern Ireland, against the backdrop of championships expected to deliver £200m in benefits for the Northern Irish economy

It was an honour to present the Creative Arts Award to the legendary Pat Jennings at the Fiddler’s Green Festival in Rostrevor last night in recognition of his sporting greatness and his work promoting reconciliation. Let’s celebrate sport’s ability to bring people together.

⛳ Secretary of State for Northern Ireland @hilarybennmp has visited the 153rd Open at Royal Portrush, and welcomed the significant economic benefits it will bring to Northern Ireland. He congratulated organisers on delivering this world-class event👇 gov.uk/government/new…

"We'll fix the mess we inherited from the previous government...and protect our veterans as we do so." The Secretary of State @hilarybennmp has highlighted the UK Government's commitment to address the legacy of the past in a Westminister debate.

Today, NIO minister @PutneyFleur attended the County Armagh Twelfth demonstration which is traditionally one of the largest in the world. The Minister paid tribute to the fantastic atmosphere and the community spirit on display.

On 16th January 1981, Ivan Toombs lost his life when he was shot by IRA terrorists at his place of work. Paul Toombs, son of Elizabeth Emblem recipient Ivan Toombs, shares remembrances of his Dad and why receiving the Emblem matters ⬇️

Secretary of State @hilarybennmp visited Sloan's House @orangeheritage in Loughgall for a tour of the museum. The birthplace of the Orange Order in 1795, the Museum showcases an important part of Northern Ireland's cultural heritage.

MIND THE DATE ⏰ On Sunday 7th September, we will be testing Emergency Alerts on mobile phones across the UK. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

Ivan Toombs lost his life when he was shot by an IRA terrorist at his place of work in 1981. Today, we recognise his sacrifice, bravery and service to his community by awarding the Elizabeth Emblem to his family. gov.uk/government/new…

The Elizabeth Emblem recognises the service, bravery and sacrifice of civilians who lost their lives while serving their communities. We owe an enduring debt to the public servants who give their lives to protect others. gov.uk/government/new…

The Secretary of State @hilarybennmp pays tribute to 34 recipients from Northern Ireland posthumously awarded the Elizabeth Emblem. The Emblem recognises the bravery of those who have died in the line of duty including police officers, firefighters and other public servants.

🗣️“Northern Ireland has a workforce with industry-ready skills and innovation in their DNA.” NIO Minister @PutneyFleur highlights the opportunities on offer in Northern Ireland and the global companies who see the benefit in investing here.

Representing the UK Government, and on behalf of the Secretary of State, NIO Director-General Will Gelling laid a wreath in Belfast earlier in memory of all those who made the ultimate sacrifice at the Battle of the Somme.

Ahead of today’s commemorations in Northern Ireland, this morning I paid my respects to all those who gave their lives at the Battle of the Somme. Let us always remember the ultimate sacrifice made by so many on our behalf.

The UK Government's Industrial Strategy will help realise NI's economic potential. This week, NIO Minister @PutneyFleur visited Catagen's Net Zero Technology Campus in Belfast, and chaired a Tech, AI & Data Businesses Roundtable. Economic growth is UKG's number one mission.

🎥 Congratulations to Studio Ulster, the world-leading virtual production studio which officially launched yesterday! 👇Secretary of State @hilarybennmp toured the Belfast studio, which is part funded by UK Government, including £25.2m via the Belfast Region City Deal.