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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 22/09/2025

News Release: Economy Minister Dr @carchibald69.bsky.social has confirmed the @northernireland.gov.uk has agreed a pathway to deliver on the closure of the Non-Domestic RHI. Read more: economy-ni.gov.uk/news/archiba...

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 04/09/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social MLA has met with Peter Gilleece and Georgina Grieve, the co-chairs of a new SME Entrepreneurship Codesign Group, ahead of them chairing the first meeting of the group in a few weeks.

The Minister is pictured with Peter Gilleece and Georgina Grieve, the co-chairs of a new SME Entrepreneurship Codesign Group.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 04/09/2025

📊New report: The Electricity Consumption and Renewable Generation in Northern Ireland report for the year ending June 2025 is published today. 📥Read more➡️http://economy-ni.gov.uk/news/electricity-consumption-and-renewable-generation-northern-ireland-year-ending-june-2025

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 02/09/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social this evening attended the West Belfast Partnership Board annual Aisling Education Bursary Awards ceremony at St Mary's University College which saw 168 students receiving awards.

The Minister is pictured with the 49 students that the Department for the Economy have supported through the Aisling Bursary Scheme

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 01/09/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has launched the NI Apprenticeship Awards 2026. Read more ➡️ www.economy-ni.gov.uk/news/archibald-launches-apprenticeship-awards-2026

Picture of Ryan McCall, Winner of the Higher Level Apprentice of the Year 2025, Dr Caoimhe Archibald, Economy Minister, Sarah Welsh, Winner of the Public Sector Apprentice of the Year 2025 and Frank Mitchell, compere for the 2026 Awards ceremony.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 27/08/2025

🔖REMINDER‼️Please share‼️ ⏲️All Ireland Scholarships Scheme Students don’t miss out on this great opportunity to receive £5,500 per annum for the duration of your undergraduate programme. ⚠️Deadline, 4.00pm, Thursday, 28 August 2025 Info: www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/all-ireland-scholarships#toc-0

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 15/08/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social, has visited the Peacemakers Museum and the Museum of Free Derry to discuss their role in the north’s tourism offering and their contribution to Peace Tourism.

Pictured outside the Peacemakers museum in Derry are Pádraig Delargy MLA, Eimear Callaghan, Head of Experience & Industry Development, Tourism NI, Minister Dr Caoimhe Archiblad, Mr Michael Cooper, Director, Peacemakers Museum and Linda McKinney General Manager, Gasyard Development Trust

Pictured outside the Museum of Free Derry are Eimear Callaghan, Head of Experience & Industry Development, Tourism NI, Tony Doherty, Chairperson, Museum of Free Derry, Minister and Maeve McLaughlin, Director, Museum of Free Derry

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 14/08/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has met students receiving their exam results. The Minister said: This is such an important time for our young people and it’s vitally important that they know that advice is available to help them take the next step in their career journey."

A photo of the Minister with a a group of people at the steps of the North West Regional College in Derry with a balloon arch in the background as young people get their exam results.

The Minister is pictured with NWRC level 3 BTEC extended diploma students Harry Lavery, Eve Gorman and Ellie Kelly Carton.

The Minister is pictured with NWRC level 3 BTEC extended diploma student Ellie Kelly Carton.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 14/08/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social is encouraging those receiving their exam results, and their parents, to contact her Department’s Careers Service for impartial advice and guidance. Read more ➡️ www.economy-ni.gov.uk/news/careers...

A photo of the Minister and the head of the careers service holding a sign with details on how to get in contact with the careers services. It is available on 0300 200 7820 and via webchat at www.nidirect.gov.uk/services/chat-careers-service

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 13/08/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has joined Tourism NI, Hospitality Ulster & the Northern Ireland Tourism Alliance in launching Tourism & Hospitality Week 2025 - it aims to celebrate the importance of the sector. Read more www.tourismni.com/news/tourism...

Colin Neill, CEO of Hospitality Ulster, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald, Eimear Callaghan, Head of Experience and Industry Development at Tourism NI, and Jacqui Quinn, Policy and Member Engagement Executive at the Northern Ireland Tourism Alliance, launch Tourism & Hospitality Week 2025

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 13/08/2025

🌞A beautiful day to visit one of the north’s top visitor attractions. Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has visited The Giant's Causeway. She met Heather McLachlan, Director for National Trust NI to discuss their plans for a refurbished visitor centre & tourism across the wider North Coast.

Pictured at the entrance to the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre are Heather McLachlan, Director at the National Trust NI and Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald.

The Minister is pictured at the stones at the Giant's Causeway with Heather McLachlan from the National Trust.

Pictured on the grassed roof of the Giant's Causeway Visitors Centre are General Manager Edward Mason, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Director at the National Trust NI Heather McLachlan.

A photo of the Minister in a meeting with the National Trust and Tourism NI at the Giant's Causeway Visitors Centre.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 12/08/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has toured Stena Line facilities at Belfast Harbour to hear more about their operations and their economic contribution to the north, and discuss a number of issues, including the current skills landscape.

The Minister is pictured up arrival on Stena Line's Superfast VII with Paul Grant, Trade Director-Irish Sea, Stena Line

Pictured on bridge area of the vessel with a control panel are (L-R) Paul Grant, Trade Director-Irish Sea, Stena Line, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and David Howie, Senior Master, Superfast VII.

The Minister is pictured with Paul Grant in one of the lounges of the vessel, that includes an light up image on the floor at their feet.

The Minister is pictured in conversation with Paul Grant on Stena Line's Superfast VII. They are pictured in the Lounge of the vessel.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 08/08/2025

As Citi marks 20 years of operations in NI, the Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has visited their Belfast headquarters to meet the team and hear more about its ongoing investment in the region.

Pictured at the Citi HQ in Belfast are Lauren McCoy (Belfast Legal Site Head), Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Peter Holden (Global Service Head of Enterprise Services & Belfast site lead)

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 01/08/2025

Minister @carchibald69.bsky.social visited the Down Business Centre and the Downpatrick Regeneration Working Group. The Minister said: "I wish to thank both the Down Business Centre and Downpatrick Regeneration Working Group for their ongoing participation on their Local Economic Partnership."

Economy Minister Archibald and Chairperson, Newry, Mourne & Down District Council, Philip Campbell, with members of the Downpatrick Regeneration Working Group in the Down County Museum, Downpatrick

Alison Matthews, Board Director, Michael Morrisey, Chair, Emma Bohill, CEO, Down Business Centre, Economy Minister Archibald, Mary Lou Press, Vice-Chair, Linda Beers, Board Director, and Cllr Philip Campbell, Board Director.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 31/07/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social joined Arts Ekta at the launch of this year's Belfast Mela programme of events. The festival is now in its 19th year and is the largest celebration of cultural diversity across the island of Ireland. Read more ➡️ belfastmela.org.uk/belfast-mela...

Pictured (L-R) are Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Tracy Kelly, Nisha Tandon, OBE, Founder of Belfast Mela and Director of ArtsEkta and Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald. In the background at a height (and in a colourful traditional dress) is Lauren Martin from the South Asian dance academy.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 30/07/2025

During a visit to Loaf Pottery in Crawfordsburn, Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has launched a report assessing the scale and impact of the north’s social enterprise sector. Read more www.economy-ni.gov.uk/news/our-soc...

The Minister is pictured at a pottery wheel modelling a clay mug. She is pictured with Loaf Pottery resident potter, Ashleigh Collim

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 28/07/2025

📰🔖News Release: Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has announced that leading Newry contractor McGuinness Mechanical Engineering is set to double its turnover and increase exports by almost £11 million. 🗞️Read more: economy-ni.gov.uk/news/mcguinn...

Pictured (L-R): George McKinney, Executive Director at Invest NI, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Thomas McGuinness, Managing Director at McGuinness Mechanical Engineering.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 24/07/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has visited Saica Group in Warrenpoint, where she toured the factory to view its operations and meet the management team to hear more about their growth plans. The company is a major European player in sustainable paper and packaging solutions.

Pictured are Kevin Kane, Plant Manager of Saica Pack UK, Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald and Ciaran Rodgers, Irish Regional Director of Saica.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 24/07/2025

Economy Minister Dr @carchibald69.bsky.social has met @deptcee.bsky.social Minister for Fisheries and the Marine Environment Timmy Dooley TD to discuss the opportunities and mutual benefits that offshore renewable energy can generate across Ireland.

Economy Minister Archibald and Minister for Fisheries and the Marine Environment, Timmy Dooley TD sit on turquoise coloured chairs, in front of large Department for the Economy infographic back drop containing the words Innovation and Evolve alongside images of a precision drill, a wind turbine and a chemist's laboratory.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 24/07/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has announced that Warrenpoint food-to-go manufacturer DELI LITES is investing nearly £19m to expand their product range and create 130 jobs. Read more ➡️ www.economy-ni.gov.uk/news/food-go...

Pictured at Warrenpoint manufacturer DELI LITES are Brian Reid, CEO at DELI LITES, Jackie Reid, Co-Founder and CSO at DELI LITES, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Gráinne Moody, Director of Food and Drink at Invest NI. The have a DELI LITES branded van behind them and they are holding a basket of food that DELI LITES produce.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 20/07/2025

Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social was yesterday a guest speaker at the MacGill Summer School. In a Q&A discussion she discussed her work on building stronger all island economic ties, concerns surrounding US tariffs, & the opportunities that the north’s dual market access presents.

The Minister speaking with former Irish News editor Noel Doran

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 18/07/2025

This morning at the 153rd TheOpen at Royal Portrush, Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social hosted a Tourism NI breakfast for potential investors, golf, business and tourism stakeholders and overseas media.

The Minister is pictured chatting to Tourism NI CEO, John McGrillen

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 18/07/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social pictured with Galgorm Collection managing director, Colin Johnston at The 153rd Open after he announced plans to create Northern Ireland’s first championship links golf course in over 100 years. www.galgorm.com/blog.html/ga...

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald pictured with Galgorm Collection managing director, Colin Johnston at the 153rd Open at Royal Portrush

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 16/07/2025

Ahead of the start of 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush the @economy-ni.gov.uk Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social this evening hosted a reception in Derry for potential investors from the US, Australia, India, and Europe. Read more www.economy-ni.gov.uk/news/north-o...

Pictured are Invest NI Chair, John Healy, Lady Mary Peters, Cllr Oliver McMullan, Mayor, Causeway Coast & Glens District Council, Minister for the Economy Caoimhe Archibald, Cllr Ruairí McHugh, Mayor Derry City & Strabane District Council and Aine Kearney, Tourism NI Director of Events.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 15/07/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social today met with Andrew Jewell from Apple Inc’s Education Team to receive an update on their work with the local Higher Education sector and their plans for future activities.

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald pictured today with Andrew Jewell from Apple Inc’s Education Team

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 07/07/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has announced that Irish software automation company, ControlSoft Automation Systems is establishing a software engineering, mechanical and electrical hub in East Belfast with 27 new jobs. Read more ➡️ economy-ni.gov.uk/news/control...

Pictured are Peter McGinnity, Operations Director and co-founder, ControlSoft Automation Systems; Dr Caoimhe Archibald, Minister for the Economy; Dermot Carragher, Managing Director and co-founder, ControlSoft Automation Systems; Elaine Curran, Director of Trade and Investment, Invest NI

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 03/07/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social today attended the @ulsteruni.bsky.social Coleraine Campus graduation ceremony were 233 students graduated from the University’s Doctoral College, Faculty of Life and Health Sciences and the Ulster University Business School.

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald is pictured with Professor Cathy Gormley-Heenan , University Provost at Ulster University and BSc (Hons) International Travel and Tourism Management graduates Saffron Montgomery and Alfie Cooper.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 02/07/2025

At Titanic Belfast today @economy-ni.gov.uk Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social and representatives from NI Tourism Alliance met with @seemamalhotra-mp.bsky.social MP, Minister for Migration and Citizenship @ukhomeoffice.bsky.social to discuss the ongoing concerns regarding the UK ETA Scheme.

The Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald is pictured standing outside Titanic Belfast with Dr Joanne Stuart OBE CEO, NI Tourism Alliance; Seema Malhotra MP, Minister for Migration and Citizenship and Minister for Equalities; and Judith Owens CEO, Titanic Belfast

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 30/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has attended the opening of PA Consulting's new office. The global consultancy firm, employ many highly skilled people in good jobs. PA’s continued investment in Belfast reflects its confidence in NI as a hub of talent, innovation & opportunity.

Pictured in the courtyard of PA Consulting's new offices in Belfast are (L-R) Fraser Nicol – PA Consulting, John Healy – Chair of Invest Northern Ireland, Stephen Smyth – PA Consulting, Dr Caoimhe Archibald - Economy Minister, Gary Carpenter – PA Consulting, Christian Norris – CEO, PA Consulting and Helen Mullings – Chief People Officer, PA Consulting

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 27/06/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has attended KPMG Belfast's ‘Insights for Leaders’ roundtable breakfast to discuss ‘A Pathfinder for Irish Aviation' report. Read more ➡️ www.kpmg.com/ie/en/home/insights/2025/06/seizing-fs-aviation-opportunity.html

Pictured are: Joe Gill, Author of the A Pathway for Irish Aviation report and Director – Corporate Advisory at Goodbody; Minister for the Economy of Northern Ireland Dr Caoimhe Archibald; Johnny Hanna, Partner in Charge of KPMG in Northern Ireland; Aoife Gallen, Head of Finance at Irelandia; and Tim Shattock, Senior Aviation Adviser at Irelandia.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 26/06/2025

Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has met St. Malachy's College & Catalyst NI to hear more about their plans for the future of the school’s Digital Hub. The Hub is developing the digital skills of young people for their learning, life skills and future careers.

Pictured are (L-R) are Steve Orr, the CEO of Catalyst, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Former Principal of St Malachy’s, Paul McBride.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 26/06/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has helped launch this year's Belfast Tradfest. The Minister said: “Over the last seven years TradFest has become an ever more important part of the traditional music scene and our tourism offering." Read more belfasttraditionalmusic.com

Photo: Lord Mayor of Belfast Tracy Kelly, Cathy Jordan (Dervish), Brighde Chaimbeul (Scottish smallpiper), Minister for the Economy Dr Caoimhe Archibald.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 25/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social today visited Workforce Training Services to meet with management, staff & trainees. Workforce provides vocational training and education to almost 1,000 young people & adults across Greater Belfast.

The Minister is pictured Workforce General Manager Paul Boyle, and former Workforce apprentices Michael Kinsella and John Webb, who both now work for the AA.

The Minister is pictured with Workforce Motor Vehicle apprentices Andrew Baker and Ali Ahmed

The Minister is pictured sampling joinery work with Workforce joinery apprentice Niall O'Hanlon

The Minister is pictured with catering tutor Paul Stewart and apprentice Waad Ibrahim

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 25/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has welcomed a further meeting of an engagement forum she has established to ensure regular communication and collaboration with a number of stakeholders on the delivery of her economic plan.

The Minister is pictured in discussion following an update on the work of the Tariffs Working Group.

A photo capturing the top table and the attendees at the Economic Engagement Forum

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 24/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has met with the Board of NI Screen to thank them for their work in advancing our screen industry. The Minister also took the opportunity to thank outgoing Board members and welcome new members to the organisation.

The Minister is pictured with Board members from NI Screen.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 23/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has visited animation studio Paper Owl Films and praised their ongoing contributions to the local animation industry. 🦉 🎙️The Minister also recorded a line to feature in the upcoming series of Pablo: Next Level. www.economy-ni.gov.uk/news/economy...

Pictured in discussion with Charlotte Kieran, Animation Director at Paper Owl Films are (L-R) Gavin Halpin, Co-founder and Managing Director of Paper Owl Films, Sir David Sterling, Chair of NI Screen, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Gráinne McGuinness, Co-founder and Creative Director of Paper Owl Films.

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald prepares to record her a line to feature in the upcoming Pablo: Next Level series. She is pictured with Production Coordinator at Paper Owl Films, Redmond Beer

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 20/06/2025

Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has launched ‘Together Works’ a pioneering new initiative aimed at supporting adults with moderate learning difficulties. It brings together a coalition to deliver a scalable social enterprise model focused on inclusion, development, & therapeutic employment

Pictured at the launch of a new pilot scheme ‘Together Works’ to support adults with moderate learning difficulties in Newry are: Liz Kimmins MLA, Board member Together Works, Edwina Flynn, Newry Chamber of Commerce, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald, who formally launched the initiative and Brian Doran, former CEO of SRC and Chair of Together Works Board.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 20/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has announced that her Department is providing almost £100,000 of funding to Employee Ownership Ireland to increase awareness of the employee ownership trust model across Northern Ireland. #EODay

Pictured are Anthony McVeigh, CEO S&W; Aidan O’Neill, Employee Ownership Ireland board representative; and Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 20/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has welcomed the opening of Studio Ulster, a spectacular new global production centre of excellence. Read more www.ulster.ac.uk/news/2025/ju...

A group of people on the stage at the launch of Studio Ulster.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 19/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has met with the Social Enterprise Co-Design Group to discuss progress with the actions contained within the Social Enterprise Action Plan and future financial support needs for the sector. @intertradeireland.bsky.social

The Minister pictured with the Social Enterprise Co-Design group

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 16/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has announced new proposals to support school leavers with special educational needs Read more: economy-ni.gov.uk/news/archiba...

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald today announced proposals for young people with special educational needs (SEN) to have significantly improved access to learning opportunities after leaving school.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 16/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social today spoke at a Invest in Women Taskforce (IWF) roundtable event of key stakeholders from the access to finance ecosystem to discuss how to address the funding gap women founders face.

Economy Minister is pictured with Debbie Wosskow OBE – Co-Chair, Invest in Women Taskforce; and Hannah Bernard OBE – Head of Business Banking, Barclays & Co-Chair, Invest in Women Taskforce

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 16/06/2025

Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has spoken at the launch of Unite the Union’s ‘Workers in the Eye of the Storm’ report. The Minister said: “I thank Unite for producing this report. As part of my drive to deliver good jobs, I am committed to promoting workers’ safety.”

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald pictured at the launch of the Unite report ‘Workers in the Eye of the Storm’ with Gaye Partridge, Chair of the Unite Regional Women’s Committee, and Susan Fitzgerald, Unite Regional Secretary.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 12/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has attended the launch of the 2025 All-Island Industry 4.0 Future Skills Report on advanced manufacturing at Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence in Dundalk. Read the full report here: amtce.ie/wp-content/u...

Pictured at the launch of the 2025 All-Island Industry 4.0 Future Skills Report at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence (AMTCE) in Dundalk are (l-r) Sadie Ward McDermott, Director, Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB); Marian Harkin TD, Minister of State for Further Education at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science (DFHERIS); Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald; and Martin O'Brien, Chief Executive, LMETB.

Taking a tour of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence (AMTCE) in Dundalk are (l-r) Sadie Ward McDermott, Director, Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB); Martin O'Brien, Chief Executive, LMETB; Marian Harkin TD, Minister of State for Further Education at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science (DFHERIS); and Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald.

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald addresses attendees at the launch of the 2025 All-Island Industry 4.0 Future Skills Report at the AMTCE in Dundalk.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 05/06/2025

📥A report detailing the percentage of electricity consumption generated from renewable sources was published today. Read more: www.economy-ni.gov.uk/news/electri...

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 05/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has visited the Success North West employability project in Derry, to learn more about the important work they do to support economic inclusion within the community.

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald is pictured Conor Heaney Success North West Programme Manager and Padraigin Ní Mhaonaigh Success North West Training Manager

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 05/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has met with the Board and Directors of Visit Derry to discuss the opportunities to ensure the growth and sustainability of the region’s tourism industry.

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald pictured on the Derry Walls along with the Board members and Directors of Visit Derry.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 04/06/2025

Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social today attended a joint meeting with Londonderry Chamber & Causeway Chamber. The Minister thanked both Chambers for their participation in Local Economic Partnerships, and for their collaborative work in driving economic development in the North West.

James Kilgore, President, Causeway Chamber, Karen Yates, Chief Executive, Causeway Chamber, Minister Archibald, Anna Doherty, Chief Executive, Londonderry Chamber, and Steven Lindsay, Vice-President, Londonderry Chamber.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 04/06/2025

Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social today visited Foyle Port to discuss it's five-year strategy which focuses on diversification, sustainability, and regional economic development and plans to attract investment in low carbon technologies, cruise tourism, and digital infrastructure projects.

Economy Minister Archibald and Ryan McCready, Chair, Foyle Port.

L-R: Lynette McKinney, Head of People & Culture, Economy Minister Archibald, Arlene Thompson, Chief Financial Officer, and Ryan McCready, Chair, Foyle Port.

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Department for the Economy NI @economy-ni.gov.uk · 03/06/2025

Economy Minister Dr @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has addressed Development Trusts NI’s conference in Belfast on the role of women in the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector.

Pictured at the Development Trusts NI's female focus conference in Belfast are (l-r) Cathy McGarry, Enterprise Causeway; Katie Matthews-Furphy and Sinead McCartney of The Mind Tribe UK; Deirdre Morrissey of Development Trusts NI; Eileen Murphy, Women's Aid; Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald; Jayne Taggart, CEO, Enterprise Causeway; Mairead McCormack, CEO, Glenshane Community Development Ltd; Roseann Kelly, Women in Business; and Lynette Fay, event compere.

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