Linsey Farrell

Do you have experience working within the Education sector? CCEA maintains a list of Professional Associates to provide support for specific projects during critical business periods each year. Becoming a Professional Associate is an ideal opportunity for teachers and other professionals to earn extra income and work at the heart of educational development. To find out more, or to register, visit: ccea.org.uk/jobs/contracti… An bhfuil taithí agat de bheith ag obair in earnáil an Oideachais? Coinníonn CCEA liosta de Chomhaltaí Gairmiúla le tacaíocht a sholáthar do thionscadail ar leith le linn tréimhsí ríthábhachtacha gnó gach bliain. Agus iad ag feidhmiú mar Chomhalta Gairmiúil beidh deis iontach ag múinteoirí agus ag daoine gairmiúla eile ioncam sa bhreis a ghnóthú agus a bheith ag obair ag croílár na forbartha oideachasúla. Le tuilleadh eolais a fháil, nó le clárú, tabhair cuairt ar: ccea.org.uk/jobs/contracti…

🗣️ “We have so many connections between Northern Ireland and the United States. I want to make sure that we celebrate them." - Minister @GordonLyons1. As the Minister prepares for a series of high-level engagements in Washington D.C., our focus is clear: celebrating the Ulster hands that shaped America and inviting their descendants to see where it all began. Stay tuned for daily updates from the heart of D.C. 🏛 #NIinDC #USANI250 #America250

In February 2026, the Department’s Make the Call service helped these people claim the benefits, support and services they were entitled to. Can we help you? 🫵 #makethecall on 0800 232 1271 or go to: nidirect.gov.uk/makethecall

Minister @GordonLyons1 delivers for our veterans community. 🎖️ The Minister has announced dedicated advice services as he showcases his commitment to the Armed Forces and veterans community while at the Veterans Roadshow in Ballymena. 🎥 Find out more: communities-ni.gov.uk/news/minister-… @NIVeteransComm

🗣️ “Benefit fraud is not a victimless crime…” Find out how Minister @GordonLyons1 plans to tackle benefit fraud: communities-ni.gov.uk/news/minister-…

In December 2025, the Department’s Make the Call service helped these people claim the benefits, support and services they were entitled to. Can we help you? 🫵 #makethecall on 0800 232 1271 or go to: nidirect.gov.uk/makethecall

"Let's start 2026 the right way." 💪 Virgil van Dijk wants the Reds to start the New Year as they mean to go on when Leeds United visit Anfield this evening 🗣️

Keep your heart warm, no matter how cold the world gets Image: instagram.com/lejatio

Important information regarding benefit payment dates for the New Year. If your payment is due on 1 January 2026, you will still be paid by that date. All benefits operate on different payment systems but you will not receive your payments later than the day it would normally be due. Jobs & Benefits offices and benefit telephone lines will be closed on 1 January. Online services and journal messages will be available but customers should expect delays to responses while offices are closed.

You’ve done your part to #MoveMoreLiveBetter this year. 👏 Keep the momentum going and enter 2026 feeling stronger, happier and more connected! 🔗 movemorelivebetter.co.uk

Important information regarding benefit payment dates for Christmas and the New Year. If your payment is due on 24, 25, 26 or 29 December 2025 or 1 January 2026, you will still be paid by that date. All benefits operate on different payment systems but you will not receive your payments later than the day it would normally be due. Jobs & Benefits offices and benefit telephone lines will be closed on 24-26 December and 1 January. Online services and journal messages will be available but customers should expect delays to responses while offices are closed.

@WestBelfastPB An absolute privilege to have met Mairead and seen first and foremost her love and care for the children in her school. A true leader with a heart for the pupils in her care and whose tremendous impact will live on in many children’s lives.

Today we say happy retirement to our friend Mairead Weir, Principal of St Joseph’s PS, Slate St - a true legend in West Belfast and a tireless advocate for our children and families. We wish you all the very best 👏❤️

If your benefit payment is due on 24, 25, 26 or 29 December 2025 or 1 January 2026, you will still be paid by that date. All benefits operate on different payment systems but you will not receive your payments later than the day it would normally be due. Jobs & Benefits offices and benefit telephone lines will be closed on 24-26 December and 1 January. Online services and journal messages will be available but customers should expect delays to responses while offices are closed.

A truly impactful service that reaches into many people lives providing them with advice and support to ensure they can benefit from their entitlements

🎉 Happy 250th Birthday Jane Austen! Today marks Jane Austen’s birthday and the 250th anniversary of her birth, #onthisday in 1775. 📖 Today we are celebrating her life and incredible contribution to English literature and getting excited for our virtual birthday party!

As a a key part of his drive to increase participation and inclusion for Deaf and disabled people, Minister @GordonLyons1 recently launched an extended 14-week public consultation on the @NIExecutive’s draft Disability Strategy. This is your opportunity to make your voices heard and shape the next ten years of provision for Deaf and disabled individuals: 🔗 communities-ni.gov.uk/disability-str…

Minister @GordonLyons1 has ensured that the concerns of the Deaf and disabled community will be listened to after he heard from those with lived experience in the Disabled People’s Parliament debate on Friday. @NIAssembly

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🎥 Visit K9ndergarten with Minister @GordonLyons1 and learn about the success of the JobStart programme with Director, Gary Hazlett and the lovely Luna! 🐶

Join the steering group: gov.uk/government/col…