These awards recognise and publicly acknowledge the efforts and significant contributions made by so many people here in Northern Ireland in building a better future
Northern Ireland is in a much better place now and I and my ministerial colleague, Paul Goggins, would like to wish everyone a safe, peaceful and happy Christmas
Tackling crime, and in particular anti-social behaviour, is a key priority for Government and the agencies of the criminal justice system must continue to work together to reassure people that Northern Ireland is a safe place to live, work and socialise.