Mike Nesbitt10 hrs agoNo time for new minister to fix health service warns top doctorDoctors have warned that there has been an "abject failure of workforce planning".10 hrs ago11 hrs agoButler under 'no illusions' about scale of new job as health ministerThe Lagan Valley MLA is a former UUP deputy leader and has twice considered running for leadership, only to withdraw at the last moment.11 hrs ago1 day agoHealth bodies back Nesbitt following resignationMike Nesbitt resigned as health minister amid a row with the UUP leader Jon Burrows.1 day ago1 day ago'I'll announce a new health minister on Thursday,' says Burrows, after Nesbitt row It comes following a clash between the UUP leader and former health minister over withdrawing emergency general surgery services from Causeway Hospital.1 day ago2 days agoMike Nesbitt resigns as health minister amid row with UUP leaderThe decision comes following a clash between the pair over withdrawing emergency general surgery services from Causeway Hospital.2 days ago2 days ago'To lose two leaders is careless' - Wilde takes on Nesbitt v BurrowsBBC News NI health and political correspondents provide analysis on the row between Mike Nesbitt and his UUP leader Jon Burrows and what it means. 2 days ago11 Aug 2026Volunteers say they are 'alarmed' by funding gap after growth fund decisionThe Local Growth Fund is a UK government scheme which replaces money which previously came from the EU.11 Aug 202630 Jun 2026Recent inquiries demand a clear, direct and robust response, says NesbittMike Nesbitt said the experiences of patients described in the reports had rocked public confidence in the Health & Social Care system.30 Jun 202614 Jun 2026Days of violence 'a stain on NI's international reputation'International healthcare workers have spoken about threats and intimidation while some fear for their safety.14 Jun 2026...
