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Robbie Butler succeeded Mike Nesbitt as health minister, while Northern Ireland raised concerns about underfunding compared to Wales and Scotland.

Steady: 1 in the last 7 days Updated friday

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  1. The Department of Health published a mental health strategy for Northern Ireland.
  2. Southern Health and Social Care Trust was asked to explore support for maternity services and consider the consolidation of all births in Craigavon.

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3 reports, 3 independent, last reported Fri 00:00. The briefing below covers this first event.

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Robbie Butler succeeded Mike Nesbitt as health minister, while Northern Ireland raised concerns about underfunding compared to Wales and Scotland.

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Robbie ButlerNorthern IrelandWalesScotland

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  1. The Department of Health published a mental health strategy for Northern Ireland.1 source
  2. Southern Health and Social Care Trust was asked to explore support for maternity services and consider the consolidation of all births in Craigavon.Sub-event
  3. Diana Armstrong took the role after Robbie Butler's appointment.Sub-event
  4. Robbie Butler takes over as health minister; NI highlights funding disparities with Wales and Scotland.1 source

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