Today I arrive in Dublin to take over as British Ambassador. Until I have the honour of presenting my letter of credence to the President, I am just "designate". But I am delighted to get started and work to build on the excellent legacy of Paul Johnston.

Rapid cancer diagnosis centre officially launches with expanded services in Co Antrim newsnow.co.uk/share?data=eyJ… via NewsNow.co.uk

New British Irish Chamber President elected, succeeding first NI leader newsnow.co.uk/share?data=eyJ… via NewsNow.co.uk

NHS 'will need to pay more for medicines' to stop drugmakers quitting Britain, says Patrick Vallance msn.com/en-gb/health/o…

UK 'actively engaging' with Trump administration over 100% pharmaceutical tariffs msn.com/en-gb/money/ot…

US says EU deal on pharma trade remains in place despite Trump threat irishtimes.com/business/2025/…

Experience the future of health and life science innovation at #TCI2025 The Health and Life Science Cluster Tour will explore how collaboration is transforming healthtech, medtech and pharma across the island of Ireland. Delegates joining this immersive cluster tour will:

Northern Ireland touted as ‘perfect testbed for innovation’ at Labour Party Conference having 'outperformed the UK' newsletter.co.uk/business/ni-ch…

Queen’s and Kainos announce new partnership to ‘transform’ digital landscape and infrastructure belfasttelegraph.co.uk/business/north…

The time to shape Northern Ireland’s AI future is now – The Irish News irishnews.com/news/business/…

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has launched a call for evidence to contribute towards the forthcoming NHS 10 year workforce plan, including evidence of new digital initiatives. eu1.hubs.ly/H0nrnwp0

Over 11 Almac mentors to work with schools as part of a wider initiative to nurture the next generation of talent in Northern Ireland msn.com/en-gb/money/ot…

Find out about the work we are doing in Northern Ireland to end #FuelPoverty and to ensure that everyone can afford to live in a warm and healthy home.

Northern Ireland’s tech workforce set to grow to 28,000 this year newsnow.co.uk/share?data=eyJ… via NewsNow.co.uk

There are only two weeks until the global clustering and innovation ecosystem community gathers on the island of Ireland for the 28th TCI Global Conference. With a powerful line-up of keynote speakers announced, and an engaging and informative programme, this year's event is

The Government’s 10 Year Health Plan sets out an ambitious vision to shift the nation from sickness to prevention. Join #NICEConf26 on 17 March to learn how we're preparing for the next wave of innovative preventative medicines. niceconference.co.uk/?utm_source=th…

NEWS: Trust confirms appointment of Interim Chief Executive orlo.uk/chief_executiv…

NI Assembly Health Committee to take evidence from Department of Health Permanent Secretary Mike Farrar at 3.30pm (ish) It can be viewed on niassembly.tv/live-stream-3/

Just 7 days until Ireland’s Antimicrobial Stewardship Conference! Day 1: Half-day research event for academics & early career researchers. Day 2: Join healthcare pros, patients, policymakers & experts for talks on infection management & AMS. Thrilled to connect & innovate!#AMS