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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 08/10/2026

The preparatory works for the Old Warrenpoint resurfacing scheme from Chapel Hill Road to Greenan Road junction Newry, are now nearing completion, with resurfacing commencing Monday 12 October for four weeks. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/old-war...

Yellow graphic depicting a road worker with the text: Road improvement works. Delays possible. Diversions will be signposted. Thanks for your patience.

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 02/10/2026

Our £650k resurfacing scheme for the B55 Belvoir Road in Belfast has recently been completed. Below, you can see the difference below the scheme has made to improving and maintaining the road.

graphic with the words £650,000 road improvement scheme on A55 Belvoir Road, Belfast completed. This investment will deliver meaningful benefits for road users and demonstrates my ongoing commitment to maintaining and improving our strategic road network, which is vital for supporting local communities and the regional economy. Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins.

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 02/10/2026

With Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) now launched, Minister Kimmins has outlined 5 things you need to know about GDL. GDL is the new road safety scheme to reduce the disproportionate involvement of new, primarily young, drivers in fatal and serious road traffic collisions. Watch our 5 pointers ⬇️

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 01/10/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has launched a public consultation on proposed changes to permitted development rights (PDRs) for mobile network operators. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins... @economy-ni.gov.uk

Graphic with the words have your say, public consultation on proposed changes to permitted development rights (PDRs) for mobile network operators

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 30/09/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that early public engagement on the Newry Inner City Greenway Active Travel Signature Scheme will commence on 8 October 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/ministe...

Text as follows, Newry Inner City Greenway, Public drop-in event

Come along to find out more about the scheme and shape its development.

Date: Thursday 8 October 2026

Time: 1pm - 7pm

Venue: Newry Leisure Centre

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 29/09/2026

How can we make bus journeys safer for schoolchildren? That was the focus of our stakeholder workshop held as part of ongoing engagement through our Safer Journeys to School programme, which is developing measures to protect school children when getting on and off buses. shorturl.at/n0hSt

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 29/09/2026

Members of the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council have received an update from the Department for Infrastructure regarding road maintenance and improvement works for the years 2025/26 and 2026/27. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/council...

Cover of the Newry & Mourne DfI Council Report

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 29/09/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £308,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the B160 Tanderagee Road, Pomeroy will commence on Friday 2 October 2026. More details: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 28/09/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £525,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme at C572 Aileach Road, Derry will commence on Monday 28 September 2026. More details here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 28/09/2026

Today’s theme for Emergency Preparedness Month is ‘Household Resilience’. To download the campaign poster or for more info visit www.emergencypreparednessni.gov.uk or email bricinfo@emergencypreparednessni.gov.uk #BeReadyNI Day 28 of #30Days30WaysUK @metoffice.gov.uk @niwater.bsky.social

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 25/09/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £300,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on C0663 Kevlin Road will commence on Monday 28 September 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 25/09/2026

The ‘DfI Driver, Vehicle, Operator, and Enforcement Statistics Quarter One: April to June 2026’ report, detailing statistics for April to June 2026 is now available. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/publica... @nisra.gov.uk

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 10/09/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £557,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A2 York Street, Belfast will commence on Friday 18 September 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 07/09/2026

Minister Kimmins has launched a recruitment campaign for Civil Engineering Assistants, Professional and Technical Officers. These roles make an important contribution to managing, maintaining and improving infrastructure across the north. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

Graphic with photo of two engineers and the words we’re hiring professional technical officers – Civil engineering assistant (pto cea) deadline for expressions of interest Wednesday 16 September 2026 12 noon, apply now

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 07/09/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £390,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on A3 Main Street, Moira will commence on Monday 14 September 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 07/09/2026

The 2026 Q2 Penalty Charge Notice data has now been published and is available on openDataNI at this link: www.opendatani.gov.uk/dataset/pena...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 04/09/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £380,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A5 route including Great Northern Road, Derry Road Roundabout and the Beltany Road in Omagh will commence on Monday 7 September 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 29/08/2026

The M3 has now reopened after essential weekend works have been completed ahead of schedule.

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 28/08/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £318,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on A28 Customs Station Roundabout and A28 Carnbane Way Newry will commence on Sunday 6 September 2026. Read more details: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 28/08/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £ 262,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A28 Armagh Road Roundabout, Newry, commencing on Sunday 13 September 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 28/08/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has visited Castlerock Pier to view the completed works on the Barmouth Moles. The Department has committed £1.2m funding over two years for these essential health and safety works. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/infrast...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 27/08/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £685,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme for the C371 Old Warrenpoint Road, Newry. More details here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 27/08/2026

The Travel Survey for Northern Ireland Report 2024 data, has been published today. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/travel-... @nisra.gov.uk

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 27/08/2026

Northern Ireland Road Safety Strategy (NIRSS) to 2030 Annual Statistical Report, 2025 has been published today Thursday 27 August 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/norther... @nisra.gov.uk

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 26/08/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £265,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A27 Shepherds Way Roundabout and Shepherds Way, Newry which will commence on Sunday 30 August 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 26/08/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £250,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A27 Tandragee Road Roundabout, Newry which will commence on Sunday 30 August 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 26/08/2026

The Northern Ireland Planning Statistics: 2025/26 Annual Statistical Bulletin, has been published today. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/norther... @nisra.gov.uk

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 25/08/2026

Minister Kimmins met with representatives and residents in Lisburn and Castlereagh Council area to discuss road safety issues at a number of junctions. The Minister and officials discussed measures already in place to improve road safety & plans to make major changes to layout of these junctions.

Minister Kimmins with officials and local reps discussing road safety issues in Lisburn

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 25/08/2026

The Safer Journeys to School Programme (SJS) progresses to crucial next steps - Kimmins The SJS Programme aims to develop and deliver a range of measures to reduce fatalities and serious injuries involving schoolchildren boarding or getting off buses. www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/safer-j...

Photo of Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 25/08/2026

Minister Kimmins and Departmental roads officials recently met with elected representatives and residents in Newry to discuss issues relating to road safety in the area.

Minister Kimmins meeting with elected reps to discuss road safety issues in Newry

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 17/08/2026

DfI is seeking views on the proposal to amend and update the current Motor Vehicles Order NI 1997 (STGO) to bring it in line with GB’s Road Traffic (Authorisation of Special Types) (General) Order 2003. More details on where to respond at this link: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

Graphic with the words have your say consultation on proposed changes to the motor vehicles authorisation of special types order STGO

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 17/08/2026

An advertising campaign to raise awareness of the biggest change to driver licensing and testing in 70 years has been launched by the Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins. More details: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/countdo...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 02/08/2026

The team behind the Belfast Fleadh is backing the DfI's Share the Road to Zero community engagement campaign, which aims to reduce road deaths by encouraging us to take more responsibility and care on the roads. Watch the video ⤵️

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 02/08/2026

Organisers of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 are backing the ‘Share the Road to Zero’ initiative which encourages all road users to think of safety first when travelling. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/fleadh-...

Infrastructure Minister, Liz Kimmins is pictured with Breandán Mac Giolla Uír of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann who are backing the ‘Share the Road to Zero’ community engagement campaign.

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 31/07/2026

Our £600k resurfacing scheme for the B7 Rathfriland Road in Dromara has been recently completed. You can see the difference below the scheme has made to the road ⤵️

graphic with the folllwing text, £600k resurfacing scheme B7 Rathfriland Road, Dromara completed, The investment demonstrates my commitment to improving our road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities. This work will greatly improve the strength and surface quality of this section of the road network to the benefit of local residents, businesses and those travelling in the Dromara area. Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 30/07/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £650,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A55 Belvoir Road, Belfast will commence on Tuesday 11 August 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/ministe...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 28/07/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that essential road resurfacing works on approximately 1km of the B78 Markethill Road, Aghorey have commenced. Works will be completed by Friday 21 August 2026, subject to favourable weather. Read more here: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 27/07/2026

With just under a week to go: Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann will bring large numbers of visitors into Belfast. Please plan your journeys in advance and use public transport, active travel or Park and Ride.

Photo of 3 musicians from the Fleadh and the words Fleadh Belfast 2026 plan ahead

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 27/07/2026

Are you travelling to the Fleadh? There will be three dedicated Park and Ride sites running outside Belfast city centre: Eikon Exhibition Centre, Sprucefield (near the M1) Giant’s Park (near the M2) Belfast Harbour (near the M3). You can book these on Fleadh Cheoil’s website #fleadh2026

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 27/07/2026

Better quality maintenance, longer lasting repairs and the use of the latest technology are the key elements of a new Road Maintenance Strategy, launched today by Infrastructure Minister, Liz Kimmins. Read more details here: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins... Watch ⤵️

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 23/07/2026

Minister Kimmins has continued her series of stakeholder meetings in the Newry and Silverbridge areas to examine ways to improve road safety and traffic management. Watch ⤵️

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 22/07/2026

Working in Belfast during Fleadh week? Your journey may take longer than usual. Leave the car at home and choose public transport or active travel. @translinkni.bsky.social @visitbelfast.bsky.social

3 musicians from the Fleadh photographed at Grand Central Station

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 20/07/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £175,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the B0080 Tattymoyle Road, Fintona will commence on Monday 27 July 2026. More details here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 15/07/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £525,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on Main Street / Church Road Bessbrook, which will commence on Monday 27 July 2026. Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 15/07/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £420,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A6 Glenshane Road, Curran will commence on Monday 27 July 2026. More details here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins... @midulsterdc.bsky.social

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 15/07/2026

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that the one-hour grace period for people parking in on-street spaces within the Controlled Parking Zones in Newry and Lisburn will be made permanent. More details here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

Image with this wording - "Newry and Lisburn Controlled Parking Zones Enjoy up to 1 hour's grace period after your paid on- street parking session ends.

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 15/07/2026

Public transport is the best way to get into Belfast during Fleadh week. Plan your journey before setting off and allow extra time. More on public transport options on Translink’s website - www.translink.co.uk/using-transl... #FleadhBelfast2026 @translinkni.bsky.social @visitbelfast.bsky.social

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 10/07/2026

Minister Kimmins and Departmental officials recently met with local political representatives to discuss safety concerns at Blacks Road in Belfast.

Minister Kimmins and DfI staff meeting with local representatives at Black's Road regarding road safety issues.

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 10/07/2026

Minister Kimmins recently outlined to the Assembly the work and investment the department is carrying out across the North, to mitigate climate change through flood alleviation schemes and measures. Watch ⤵️

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Department for Infrastructure @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk · 10/07/2026

Continuing with our series of the department's completed infrastructure projects, see below the £300,000 investment in the recent repair of the Maydown Road, Benburb after storm damage.

Graphic with before and after photos of road repiar and the words £300,000 maydown road reconstruction scheme completed and “This £300,000 investment has restored a vital road link for local residents, businesses and road users following significant storm damage at Maydown Road, Benburb and reconstructed 55-metres of retaining wall and carriageway. I would like to thanks residents, businesses and commuters for their patience while this repair work was carried out.” Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins

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