Justice Minister Naomi Long demands immediate safety assessment after court security officers fail to restrain violent individual at Lisburn courthouse, raising serious concerns about public protection.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission faces mounting criticism as its latest guidance on single-sex spaces is declared fundamentally unworkable by legal experts and service providers.
Exclusive investigation reveals covert listening devices found throughout Stormont Estate, raising serious questions about security and privacy in Northern Ireland's democratic heart.
Irish Minister for Integration Roderic O'Gorman was refused accommodation at a Belfast hotel, prompting serious concerns from Dublin about political motivations behind the incident.
Meteorological Office issues rare aurora alert as solar activity promises spectacular Northern Lights display visible across Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England tonight.
Tributes pour in for Mary McGee, the courageous Irish woman whose landmark 1973 Supreme Court case paved the way for legalising contraception in Ireland, ending decades of restrictive laws.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission releases crucial new guidance helping businesses navigate sex and gender equality laws in the workplace and service provision.
President Michael D. Higgins declines invitation to historic Belfast event amid concerns about protocol and cross-border relations, creating political waves in both Ireland and the UK.
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
Micheál Martin faces backlash after suggesting Gardaí could operate in Northern Ireland, raising concerns about British sovereignty and cross-border policing arrangements.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces criticism as long-awaited transgender guidance for schools faces further delays from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, sparking political blame game.
Labour's shadow education secretary faces fierce criticism from the Equality and Human Rights Commission over proposed transgender guidance that could put children at risk and undermine parental rights.
Shadow Justice Secretary Steve Reed makes unprecedented intervention with human rights watchdog over 'deeply worrying' conduct by Lutfur Rahman in East London
Shadow Justice Secretary announces sweeping reforms to equality and human rights protections, targeting government's contentious EHRC guidance for immediate revocation.
Communities Secretary Michael Gove expresses outrage after investigation reveals Muslim charity MEND excludes women from senior positions, raising serious equality concerns.
A prominent Muslim charity in London has been suspended from a government advisory role following allegations of systemic discrimination against women, sparking a wider debate about equality in community organisations.
Everything you need to know about watching Northern Ireland's crucial Women's Euro 2025 qualifier against Germany, including TV channel details, kick-off time and streaming options.
A remarkable collection of colourised historical photographs brings early 20th century Ireland to vivid life, from Dublin's bustling streets to rural village traditions.
Former Taoiseach Micheál Martin calls for enhanced diplomatic dialogue with Britain amid concerns over strained post-Brexit relations and Northern Ireland protocol tensions.
Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn announces legal action against the government's controversial Troubles legacy law, setting up a major human rights confrontation.
PSNI warns Northern Ireland schools about suspicious approaches following similar incidents in Galway and Mayo. Parents and staff urged to remain vigilant.
Amy from Northern Ireland embarks on emotional pilgrimage to Republic of Ireland hometown, bridging cross-border family connections in poignant personal story.
Dozens of Northern Irish pupils are being educated in the Republic of Ireland as Derry's school capacity crisis reaches breaking point, raising urgent questions about educational provision and cross-border cooperation.
Rebecca Black's victory against a Belfast school sets precedent for religious equality in UK education after being denied place due to her Catholic faith.
The Speaker of the Northern Ireland Assembly has been denied permission to address the Irish Parliament in Dublin, sparking a major diplomatic dispute and accusations of political interference from the UK government.
Northern Territory Attorney-General Chansey Paech confirms family connection to alleged hit-and-run driver as police investigation continues. Latest developments in Darwin case.
The UK government's controversial new deal with Ireland on the Troubles has been condemned as a betrayal of victims, rewriting history and granting effective amnesty to IRA terrorists.
A catastrophic data breach by the Police Service of Northern Ireland has revealed the identities of all 10,000 officers and staff, raising severe safety concerns and prompting an urgent investigation.
The Irish government has taken the extraordinary diplomatic step of summoning the British ambassador to Dublin following inflammatory comments made by Northern Ireland Minister Steve Baker about the Republic's stance on Northern Ireland, escalating tensio
A controversial new UK law spearheaded by Secretary Hilary Benn grants Westminster unprecedented power to override devolved Northern Ireland policies, sparking a major constitutional clash with unionists and the DUP.