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The Department for Infrastructure has launched a consultation on proposed changes to regulations to support the uptake of zero emission goods vehicles(ZEGVs).
Closing date for views is 6 April.
To find out more and respond to the consultation visit:
consultations2.nidirect.gov.uk/dfi-1/propos...
Electric Vehicle Association NI have created a guide to the
Department for Transport electric vehicle charge points grants process to assist in making charge points installation a reality in your workplace.
Read more here: evani.uk/making-workp...
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has launched two powerful road safety campaigns.
The hard-hitting campaigns – ‘Priority List’ and ‘Control or Speed’ – address two of the main causes of deaths and serious injuries on our roads – speeding and, more generally, driver behaviour.
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Almost 4,000 primary school pupils received Cycling Proficiency training in 2025. DfI recently launched Cycling Proficiency 2026 and has invited all primary schools to participate in this year’s scheme.
To find out more about getting involved, contact us at: outreach@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has allocated a further £2.5m for essential roads maintenance in this financial year. This is an investment of over £40m since December in our roads.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £235,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A34 Moorlough Road, Lisnaskea, between Castlebalfour Road and Crom Road, will commence on Monday 2 March 2026.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £320,000 carriageway and footway resurfacing scheme on the U1593 Lincoln Courts, Derry will commence today, Monday 23 February 2026.
Read more her: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £50,000 investment to deliver road‑safety improvements at the Ballymiscaw Road / Whinney Hill junction at Craigantlet with work due to begin on Monday 2 March.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £423,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on Beechill Road, Belfast will commence on Monday 23 February 2026.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
Text is road improvement scheme for Hann Street Belfast completed and the investment for the york road will deliver benefits for local businesses, residents and road users. The investment demonstrates my commitment to improving our road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins
Continuing our Friday Focus on DfI's completed schemes and projects, see ⤵️ in these before and after photos, the difference this road improvement scheme has made to Hanna Street in Belfast.
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The Public Transport and Journey Planning in Northern Ireland 2024/25 report has been published today.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/public-...
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The second and final phase of a public realm and road improvement scheme at Merchants Quay and Sugar Island in Newry City has been announced.
Read more here: –https://www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/final-phase-announced-newry-public-realm-and-road-improvement-scheme
Minister Kimmins has spoken in the Assembly this week about dealing with the condition of the roads and building in sustainability for the future so that this work benefits all road users.
The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Siobhan Casey has added her backing to the Department for Infrastructure’s ‘Share the Road to Zero’ road safety campaign.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/commiss...
The Minister launched the Plan in Derry today and is pictured with Derry City and Strabane Mayor, Ruairí McHugh; Stephen McCaul, NI Water’s Head of Capital Programme Management Office; and Karen Phillips, Director of Environment and Regeneration at Derry City and Strabane District Council.
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins was in Derry today to launch Living With Water in Derry/Londonderry: An Integrated Plan for Drainage and Wastewater Management in Derry.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/infrast...
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £380,000 carriageway and footway resurfacing scheme for the B93 Ahoghill Road Randalstown.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
A consultation on a Speed Limit Review has been launched by the Department for Infrastructure (DfI).
The 14-week public consultation closes on Wednesday 22 April 2026.
Details: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/speed-l...
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £635,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme has commenced.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
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With the current @metoffice.gov.uk rain warning running to 23:59 tomorrow, be aware some coastal roads including along the Co Down coast and Ards peninsula may have difficult driving conditions due to strong wind and rain.
Traffic information can be found at: trafficwatchni.com/twni/
Take a look back with Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins as she reflects on her first year in office.
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £450,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A32 Mossfield Road at Sidaire, between the Drumbulcan Road and Makenny Road, will commence on Monday 2 February 2026.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
Text is £200,000 traffic siganls at Francis Street/Dominic Street Newry completed. This investment of £200,000 ensures residents and road users will continue to benefit from the signal’s significant safety benefits and demonstrates my commitment to improving and maintaining our road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities. Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins
Continuing our Friday Focus on DfI's completed schemes and projects, see ⤵️this completed £200,000 traffic signals scheme at the Francis Street/Dominic Street junction in Newry.
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £662,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A512 Creighton Road, Belfast commenced on Thursday 29 January 2026.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
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There is a @metoffice.gov.uk heavy rain weather warning from midnight tonight until 6pm tomorrow (Friday 30 January).
Travel delays, difficult driving conditions, flooding and power cuts possible.
Flooding Incident Line 0300 2000 100.
Info and advice: nidirect.gov.uk/rain
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**Reminder** The consultation on a Speed Limit Review is open to Wednesday 22 April 2026.
More details below and your views at this link --> consultations2.nidirect.gov.uk/dfi-1/speed-...
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There is a weather warning from the @metoffice.gov.uk for ice from 3am until 10am tomorrow (Wednesday 28 January).
Travel disruption possible.
Take extra care.
Info and advice: www.nidirect.gov.uk/news/ice-wea...
@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk
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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £600,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on Hillhead Road, Castledawson will commence on Monday 2 February 2026.
Read more here: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...
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Storm Chandra - strong winds and heavy rain weather warnings Amber triangle – amber warning for strong winds Tuesday 27 January 5am to 9pm Yellow triangle – yellow warning for strong winds and heavy rain Tuesday 27 January 12.01am to 11.59pm Flooding Incident Line 0300 2000 100
#StormChandra weather warnings today (Tues 27 Jan):
- amber strong winds until 9pm
- yellow strong winds/heavy rain until 11.59pm
Injuries/danger to life,flying debris,travel disruption,power cuts,buildings damage,fallen trees possible.
Info: www.nidirect.gov.uk/winds-rain
@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk
List of emergency numbers: Emergency services 999 or 112, Flooding Incident Line 0300 2000 100, NI Electricity Networks 03457 643643, NI Gas emergency service 0800 002 001, NI Water 03457 440088, Housing Executive 03448 920901
Useful emergency numbers if you need them during the @metoffice.gov.uk #StormChandra amber and yellow weather warnings for strong winds and heavy rain today (Tuesday 27 January):
www.nidirect.gov.uk/winds-rain
@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk
Storm Chandra - strong winds and heavy rain weather warnings Amber triangle – amber warning for tsorng winds Tuesday 27 January 5am to 9pm Yellow triangle – yellow warning for strong winds and heavy rain Tuesday 27 January 12.01am to 11.59pm Flooding Incident Line 0300 2000 100
#StormChandra weather warnings tomorrow (Tues 27 Jan):
- amber strong winds (5am to 9pm)
- yellow strong winds & heavy rain (12.01am to 11.59pm)
Injuries/danger to life,travel disruption,power cuts,buildings damage,fallen trees possible
Info: www.nidirect.gov.uk/winds-rain
@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk
