Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs DAERA has responsibility for food, farming, environmental, fisheries, forestry and sustainability policy and the development of the rural sector in NI.

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA met with new USPCA Chair Baroness Sue Gray and Chief Executive Heather Weir today to disc...
15/06/2026

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA met with new USPCA Chair Baroness Sue Gray and Chief Executive Heather Weir today to discuss the vital work of the USPCA plus future policy & legislation to safeguard animal welfare and opportunities to constructively work together.

Pic: USPCA Chief Executive Heather Weir, USPCA Chair Baroness Sue Gray and DAERA Minister Andrew Muir.

15/06/2026

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA outlines how the Department is ensuring the interests of the farming sector are represented in climate policy.

Northern Ireland Assembly

DAERA is seeking to appoint a Chair to Northern Ireland’s first Just Transition Commission. Are you interested in playin...
15/06/2026

DAERA is seeking to appoint a Chair to Northern Ireland’s first Just Transition Commission. Are you interested in playing a pivotal role in leading the newly established independent Commission?

For further information and to apply, visit https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/just-transition-commission

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 25 June 2026

Northern Ireland Executive Communities NI Department of Education NI Department for the Economy NI Department for Infrastructure Department of Finance Department of Health NI Department of Justice NI nidirect

Loneliness Awareness Week is a reminder of how important local connections are - and how community spaces and activities...
15/06/2026

Loneliness Awareness Week is a reminder of how important local connections are - and how community spaces and activities can help reduce loneliness and social isolation in rural areas.

DAERA’s Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme (RMCGS) 2026/27 is open now, offering £500–£2,500 to eligible rural community and voluntary organisations and Social Economy Enterprises for small-scale capital projects tackling locally identified rural poverty and/or social isolation.

One week left to apply - closing 12 noon Monday 22 June 2026 (minimum 15% match funding applies). For advice and support, contact your local Rural Support Network.
đź”—https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/services/rural-micro-capital-grant-scheme-rmcgs-202627

Northern Area Community Network Omagh Forum for Rural Associations Fermanagh Rural Community Network Cwsan MidUlster County Down Rural Community Network

DAERA is seeking individuals who understand the importance of a transition to net zero that is just and fair for civic s...
14/06/2026

DAERA is seeking individuals who understand the importance of a transition to net zero that is just and fair for civic society within Northern Ireland.
Applications are now open for a member position representing civic society on Northern Ireland’s first Just Transition Commission.

For further information and to apply, visit https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/just-transition-commission

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 25 June 2026

Communities NI nidirect Department of Education NI Department for Infrastructure Department for the Economy NI Northern Ireland Executive Department of Justice NI

DAERA is taking a new, more practical approach to support your farm business through the Sustainable Agriculture Program...
13/06/2026

DAERA is taking a new, more practical approach to support your farm business through the Sustainable Agriculture Programme (SAP).

Find out more: https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/topics/sustainable-agriculture-programme

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