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[nidirect @nidirect]

There are @metofficeni strong winds weather warnings in some areas from 6pm today (Mon 26 Oct) until 9pm tomorrow.
Injuries or danger to life, travel delays,large waves at coasts, power cuts, buildings damage, fallen trees possible.
Info/advice: https://t.co/7gpVaYIbXu
@deptinfra

[nidirect @nidirect]

#StormBoelo strong winds weather warnings are still in place this morning (Sun 25 Oct):
- amber in some areas until 10am
- yellow until 12pm
Injuries/danger to life possible,travel disruption,power cuts,fallen trees likely
Info/advice: https://t.co/7gpVaYIbXu
@deptinfra

[nidirect @nidirect]

#StormBoelo strong winds weather warnings:
-amber in some areas from 9pm tonight (Sat 24 Oct) to 10am tomorrow
-yellow 10am today to 12pm tomorrow
Injuries/danger to life possible,travel disruption,power cuts,flying debris,fallen trees likely
Info/advice: https://t.co/B3o8SX0Jmh

[Department for Infrastructure @deptinfra]

As a precautionary measure, in advance of adverse weather associated with #StormBoelo, the Department will be deploying a portion of the temporary flood defences associated with the Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme at Lockview Road and Laganbank Road, Belfast.

We apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused to people travelling in the area. Rivers staff will continue to monitor high tides at sensitive locations along the coast over the weekend.

#StormBoelo

[Department for Infrastructure @deptinfra]

There have been @metoffice weather warnings for strong winds issued due to #StormBoelo.

- Amber warning for wind in Northern areas from 9pm tomorrow (Saturday) to 9pm Sunday
- Yellow warning for wind from 10am Saturday to 12pm Sunday.

Road users should take extra care especially along coastal routes.

Info and advice @TrafficwatchNI & @nidirect

Report an obstruction at: https://t.co/r7N3AI5xBW

[Met Office @metoffice]

⚠️⚠️ Amber weather warning issued ⚠️⚠️

Strong winds across Scotland and the far north of England and parts of Northern Ireland

Saturday 2100 - Sunday 2100

Latest info 👉 https://t.co/TfU9Ok8qZD

Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️

[Met Office @metoffice]

An Amber warning for strong wind has been issued for much of Scotland and parts of Northern Ireland and northern England for Storm Boelo as Storm Austen moves through.

Find out more in our latest press release: https://t.co/gnPIs5dMDk

[nidirect @nidirect]

Useful emergency numbers if you need them during the @metofficeni #StormBoelo weather warnings for strong winds tomorrow (Sat 24 Oct) and Sunday (25 Oct):
https://t.co/7gpVaYIJN2
@deptinfra @NIFRSOFFICIAL @PoliceServiceNI @NIElectricity @niwnews @mea_bc @CausewayCouncil

[The Executive Office @ExecOfficeNI]

The Executive Office has extended the public consultation period for the Executive’s Draft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy until 4 November to give more people and organisations the opportunity to contribute.

To have your say and help shape the role of AI across Northern Ireland’s public sector visit https://t.co/8BuijPXZEn

[The Executive Office @ExecOfficeNI]

The Executive has published its response to the UK Covid-19 Inquiry Module 4 Report, outlining how lessons from the pandemic will be used to strengthen future preparedness, healthcare resilience and support for communities across NI.

View the report here: https://t.co/WTPUGXo9AT

[nidirect @nidirect]

There is a @metofficeni strong winds weather warning from 6pm Saturday 24 Oct until 3pm Sunday, #StormBoelo.
Injuries or danger to life, travel delays, large waves at coasts,power cuts,buildings damage,fallen trees possible.
Info/advice: https://t.co/B3o8SX1hbP
@deptinfra @mea_bc

[The Executive Office @ExecOfficeNI]

Junior Minister Joanne Bunting attended the launch of the Ballymena South Community Regeneration Action and Planning report.
Junior Minister Bunting praised the work being undertaken in Ballymena South to overcome challenges, promote regeneration, and support the wellbeing of the local community.
She said she hoped actions identified in the report would pave the way for further opportunities to strengthen partnership working to support community cohesion.

[The Executive Office @ExecOfficeNI]

First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly have appointed Rachel Langdale KC as Chair of the Truth Recovery Public Inquiry into Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses.

Rachel Langdale KC is a highly respected barrister with extensive experience in public inquiries and complex investigations. Her appointment reflects the Executive’s commitment to ensuring the inquiry is independent and survivor focused.

Read more here: https://t.co/qZ3vVacPAM

[The Executive Office @ExecOfficeNI]

Junior Minister Aisling Reilly joined @CRJIcentral, @RevolveComics and young people at the Guildhall to launch the new ‘Who’s Pulling Your Strings?’ comic book.

The comic book, developed through CRJI’s Tackling Exploitation initiative with support from TEO’s Communities in Transition Project, is designed to help kick-start conversations about grooming and exploitation.

Junior Minister Reilly said: “This comic book takes a difficult and serious issue and presents it in a way that will really capture the attention of young people. It will get them talking, help them recognise when something isn’t right and most importantly, reminds them that support is available.”

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly and Junior Minister Joanne Bunting attended the National Police Memorial Day 2026 in Belfast, which commemorates police officers who have lost their lives while on duty.

Both Ministers said it was an honour to attend the important service and to pay tribute to those officers who have been killed or died on duty whilst protecting and serving their communities.

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly have met with Kiran Khatri, the first Consul General of India in Belfast. The First Minister and deputy First Minister congratulated her on her appointment and discussed a range of issues of mutual interest including opportunities to further strengthen links between NI and India.

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

🎥 WATCH: First Minister Michelle O’Neill addressed the Tourette’s Support NI & ROI Conference in Newry.

The First Minister paid tribute to Brian and Louise McCallion for starting the charity and the support it provides to people living with Tourette syndrome and their families.

The special event gave people the chance to be heard, share their experiences and meet others who understand what they’re going through.

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

⏳ The consultation on the Executive’s Draft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy closes in two weeks.
The draft strategy, and details of how to respond to the consultation, are available here: https://t.co/KKAF28lB0E

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

🎥 First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly officially opened TP ICAP’s new office at City Quays, marking the company’s 10-year anniversary and continued growth in Belfast.
The First Minister and deputy First Minister toured the new office and met with the team to hear more about TP ICAP’s growth and its future in Belfast.

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

🎥WATCH: First Minister Michelle O'Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly attended the launch of the Centre for Democracy and Peace Fellowship Programme.

At a special ceremony in Parliament Buildings, they welcomed the 28 Fellows who make up the Class of 2027.

The Ministers wished the Fellows every success as they begin the programme.