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Labour Market Statistics

Labour Market Statistics

Wednesday, 15 February 2017

James Brokenshire has today welcomed the latest Labour Market Statistics, which show continued stability for the Northern Ireland economy....

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Brokenshire in Dublin for key sector meetings

Brokenshire in Dublin for key sector meetings

Monday, 13 February 2017

The Secretary of State is travelling to Dublin to discuss the challenges facing Northern Ireland and Ireland in the current period....

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Institute of Directors Annual Dinner speech

Institute of Directors Annual Dinner speech

Thursday, 09 February 2017

During his speech James Brokenshire hailed the progress made in NI in recent years and stressed the need for political stability....

Reappointment of Independent Reviewer

Reappointment of Independent Reviewer

Wednesday, 08 February 2017

Secretary of State, James Brokenshire MP, announces reappointment of David Seymour CB as the Independent Reviewer for a further three years....

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Brokenshire attends GAA Dr McKenna Cup Final

Brokenshire attends GAA Dr McKenna Cup Final

Saturday, 28 January 2017

Later this evening, Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP, Secretary of State for NI, will attend the much anticipated 2017 Bank of Ireland Dr McKenna Cup final...

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Secretary of State and Justice Minister briefed on investigation

Secretary of State and Justice Minister briefed on investigation

Thursday, 26 January 2017

Chief Constable briefs Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and Justice Minister on attempted murder investigation...

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Industrial Strategy will help unlock Northern Ireland's potential

Industrial Strategy will help unlock Northern Ireland's potential

Monday, 23 January 2017

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, James Brokenshire, today hailed the launch of a modern Industrial Strategy which will build on the UK’s stren...

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Secretary of State's personal thank you to Martin McGuinness

Secretary of State's personal thank you to Martin McGuinness

Friday, 20 January 2017

Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP writes a personal thank you to Martin McGuinness acknowledging his commitment to reconciliation in Northern Ireland...

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Secretary of State statement as Martin McGuinness confirms he will stand down from politics

Secretary of State statement as Martin McGuinness confirms he will stand down from politics

Thursday, 19 January 2017

Earlier this evening, the Secretary of State commented on Martin McGuinness's decision to stand down from politics...

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Reappointment of Chief Commissioner of the Equality Commission NI

Reappointment of Chief Commissioner of the Equality Commission NI

Thursday, 19 January 2017

Secretary of State, James Brokenshire MP, announces the reappointment of the Chief Commissioner, Equality Commission for Northern Ireland....

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NI election date set

NI election date set

Monday, 16 January 2017

Speaking to the assembled media at Stormont House, Secretary of State James Brokenshire has set an election date of Thursday 2nd March....

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James Brokenshire condemns

James Brokenshire condemns "brutal attack" in West Belfast

Friday, 13 January 2017

The Secretary of State appealed for information following the shooting of a husband and wife last night....

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Second Voluntary & Community sector round table

Second Voluntary & Community sector round table

Thursday, 12 January 2017

Kris Hopkins MP chaired the event, which was hosted by Stepping Stones NI....

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Secretary of State on the deputy First Minister's resignation

Secretary of State on the deputy First Minister's resignation

Monday, 09 January 2017

James Brokenshire issued the following statement after Martin McGuinness' resignation as deputy First Minister....

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Secretary of State to seek views on funding transparency

Secretary of State to seek views on funding transparency

Thursday, 05 January 2017

James Brokenshire will seek views from NI political parties on the transparency of political donations and loans...

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Appointment of the new Chief Electoral Officer for NI

Appointment of the new Chief Electoral Officer for NI

Friday, 23 December 2016

The Secretary of State, Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP today announced the appointment of Virginia McVea as the new Chief Electoral Officer for Northern ...

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Brokenshire launches engagement with voluntary & community sector ahead of EU exit

Brokenshire launches engagement with voluntary & community sector ahead of EU exit

Thursday, 15 December 2016

Today the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP, launched a series of round-table events with the voluntary and communi...

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Brokenshire appoints UK Commissioner to new Independent Reporting Commission

Brokenshire appoints UK Commissioner to new Independent Reporting Commission

Wednesday, 14 December 2016

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Rt. Hon James Brokenshire MP today announced the appointment of Mitchell B Reiss as the UK Commissioner to...

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Fresh Start progress continues to build a secure future for Northern Ireland

Fresh Start progress continues to build a secure future for Northern Ireland

Wednesday, 14 December 2016

The Secretary of State attends his first quarterly review meeting of the Fresh Start Agreement....

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'Turing's Law' extended to gay and bisexual men convicted in Northern Ireland

'Turing's Law' extended to gay and bisexual men convicted in Northern Ireland

Wednesday, 07 December 2016

Minister Kris Hopkins welcomes change in legislation allowing NI men to have their convictions quashed....

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Brokenshire hails enduring NI US relationship at start of New York visit

Brokenshire hails enduring NI US relationship at start of New York visit

Monday, 05 December 2016

The Secretary of State met a number of business leaders and emphasised that NI is open for business....

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Portrush's Muddy Farm Models visits 10 Downing Street

Portrush's Muddy Farm Models visits 10 Downing Street

Saturday, 03 December 2016

Muddyfarm Models was chosen alongside 24 other small businesses to showcase their unique products....

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British Irish Parliamentary Assembly speech, November 2016

British Irish Parliamentary Assembly speech, November 2016

Monday, 28 November 2016

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, James Brokenshire, addressed the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly in Cardiff....

Appointments to the Parades Commission for Northern Ireland

Appointments to the Parades Commission for Northern Ireland

Monday, 21 November 2016

Secretary of State announces a phased change to the membership of the Parades Commission...

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Randox Science Park hosts Secretary of State

Randox Science Park hosts Secretary of State

Monday, 21 November 2016

James Brokenshire visited the world class facility as part of his Business Advisory Group meetings....

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Fresh Start Agreement: One Year On

Fresh Start Agreement: One Year On

Thursday, 17 November 2016

Secretary of State James Brokenshire "encouraged" by Fresh Start progress one year on but acknowledges that there is still more to do....

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Secretary of State visits Kilroot Power Station

Secretary of State visits Kilroot Power Station

Monday, 14 November 2016

James Brokenshire ensures UK government will do all it can to protect NI’s unique position with the All-Island Single Electricity Market...

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Tribute to fallen heroes on Remembrance Day

Tribute to fallen heroes on Remembrance Day

Sunday, 13 November 2016

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP, attended today’s Remembrance Sunday service at Belfast City Hall, where he l...

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Brokenshire steps up NI voluntary and community sector engagement

Brokenshire steps up NI voluntary and community sector engagement

Thursday, 10 November 2016

The Secretary of State was speaking at an EU Exit event organised by the NI Council for Voluntary Action....

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Meeting of devolved administrations in preparation for UK's EU negotiations

Meeting of devolved administrations in preparation for UK's EU negotiations

Wednesday, 09 November 2016

James Brokenshire positive after "constructive" meeting of the EU Negotiation Joint Ministerial Committee...

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