Press Releases

New radon map for Northern Ireland published

Households across Northern Ireland are being encouraged to test for radon gas, as a new map has highlighted further at-risk areas.

PM unveils plans to boost apprenticeships and transform training

David Cameron will today outline plans to increase the number of quality apprenticeships and give businesses a say on how they are run.

Fire deaths fall to lowest number on record

New figures show that fire deaths in England have continued to fall, with 6% fewer deaths than last year.

Ebberston Moor borehole reinjection permits granted

Decision follows public consultation on the plans

GCSE results show surge in pupils taking valuable STEM subjects

Thousands more 17-year-olds now leaving education with good GCSEs in English and maths following reforms.

Delivering homes for hardworking people

Housing Minister welcomes figures showing a rise in number of homes built.

Report 14/2015: Class investigation – protection irregularities

RAIB has released its report into irregularities with protection arrangements for track workers during infrastructure engineering work.

Young people NEET hits record low

New figures show the number of 16- to 18-year-olds not in education, employment or training is at its lowest recorded level.