January 11, 2021 5:58 pm
Northern Ireland Environment Minister Edwin Poots today chaired the first meeting of the region’s new Green Growth Inter-Ministerial Group today (Monday, January 11).
Held virtually, the group included Economy Minister Diane Dodds, Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey and Finance Minister Conor Murphy.
Working together towards shared goals
Speaking following the meeting, Minister Poots explained the session aimed to encourage a “spirit of partnership and collaboration” between ministers over environmental issues.
“The Executive’s overarching multi-decade Green Growth Strategy and Delivery Framework for Northern Ireland is aiming to transform our society towards net-zero by 2050, protect and enhance our environment and deliver sustainable economic growth,” he said.