The announcement that the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) schemes will open until 29 February before they close has been welcomed by Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy.

Mr Murphy said: "The Enterprise, Trade and Investment minister had initially planned to close the scheme earlier, which would have caused tremendous difficulties for those currently involved in preparing applications.

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"I discussed this with the minster and urged him to keep the scheme open to allow those applications to be completed and thankfully he has now done so.

"This will mean the Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme will remain open for two weeks after the minister's proposed closure date."

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