Crowds have been flocking to shops in Belfast before new Covid-19 restrictions come into force.

There are plans for a voucher scheme to boost spending on high streets in Northern Ireland, but what do we know about what it means for households?

Covid: What do we know about the voucher scheme for NI?

The poll found that 60% of those surveyed would like to see a complete ban on  gambling advertising in Northern Ireland.

Public want stricter laws over gambling according to survey

Unsuspecting targets have been swindled out of more than £80,000 in a spate of scams reported to police in Northern Ireland this week.

PSNI warn over scams after more than £80,000 lost in week

People can face fines for not wearing a face covering in shops and other enclosed settings in Northern Ireland unless the individual is unable to. The ruling was brought forward 10 days after it was revealed the R number could be as high 1.8.

Face coverings now mandatory for shoppers in NI

Health Minister Robin Swann has committed to a public consultation on the introduction of minimum pricing for alcohol in Northern Ireland.

Health Minister to consult on alcohol minimum pricing

Further MOT tests and driving tests will resume from September, the Infrastructure Minister has announced.

Further MOT tests and driving tests to resume in September

A total of 1,740 fines for fare evasion on Belfast’s Glider transport service have been imposed by Translink, with penalties working out at an average of around £50.

1,740 fines handed out for Glider fare dodging

Enforcement around parking and bus lanes will resume in Northern Ireland from Monday 22 June, with on-street charges returning a week later.

Parking enforcement to resume in NI from Monday

One of Belfast’s best-known independent bookstores will reopen its doors on Friday, after renovations to better allow for social distancing.

Belfast independent bookstore to emerge from lockdown

All non-essential shops in Northern Ireland can re-open from Friday 12 June, Economy Minister Diane Dodds has said.

Non-essentials shops in NI can reopen from Friday

Fast-food chain McDonald’s is reopening 24 restaurants across NI for drive through only, as part of easing out of coronavirus lockdown.

McDonald’s reopens 24 restaurants across NI

NI Water is calling for people to take urgent action to reduce water usage, warning that current demand is outstripping supply.

‘Urgent action’ needed to preserve NI water supplies

The Health and Safety Executive has asked for details of how social distancing is being implemented at Northern Ireland's airports.

NI airport's social distancing measures under scrutiny

A proportion of online delivery slots from big retailers are to be allocated to those advised to shield during the Covid-19 outbreak.

Online delivery slots to be allocated to most vulnerable

Loganair has stepped in to safeguard 16 routes previously operated by the now collapsed Flybe – including two in and out of Belfast.

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