NI economy

Persistent underfunding of NI Water is limiting house building and contributing to water pollution.

Invest NI's Kieran Donoghue says constraints on water and wastewater capacity are affecting growth.

Studio Ulster is expected to attract large-scale productions including TV drama and feature documentaries.

Food shopping accounts for the biggest proportion of households "basic spending" in NI, according to new research.

Food accounts for 23% of basic spending, which includes housing, clothes, health, transport and education, NI Consumer Council finds.

A Polish airline has ordered 40 Airbus A220 planes, the wings of which are made in Belfast.

In 2026, Stormont ministers will have about £16.3bn for day-to-day spending.

Services is the largest part of the Northern Ireland economy, covering a broad range of activity.