Councils are preparing to switch on the twinkly lights - find out when and where in your area.

Growth deals are the same as city deals but in more rural areas, they are multi-funding packages worth millions of pounds.

Rachel Reeves also gives the go ahead to funding for Causeway Coast and Mid South West growth deals.

The council launched an investigation after a spike in the number of people being bitten by insects.

After a preliminary investigation a full formal investigation is required, councillors hear.

Funding that was earmarked for the regeneration of Londonderry and Coleraine was suspended in July.

Funding for the Mid South West and Causeway Coast and Glens plans remain under threat.

Councils say they follow local government legislation to decide when the doors are closed to the public.