New Health Minister

Congratulations to Robbie Butler MLA on his appointment as Northern Ireland’s new Health Minister.

For over a decade, Robbie has shown unwavering support for Hope 4 M.E. & Fibro Northern Ireland and the people we represent — listening, learning, raising awareness and standing alongside us in our fight for recognition and better care.

From supporting us at meetings with the Health and Social Care Board officials as far back as 2016,

-hosting our Belfast and Newry, Millions Missing Northern Ireland demonstration campaigns,

-hosting annual conferences in Stormont since 2017 bringing international experts to N.I. to educate decision makers and healthcare providers,

-securing attendance by N.I. Chief Medical Officer in 2018 and previous Health Minister Mike Nesbitt to our 2026 conferences,

-advocating for safe medical-based guidance and understanding of M.E. at the Westminster All Party Parliamentary Group and more!

We are deeply grateful for his longstanding commitment and wish him every success in this important new role. We look forward to continuing to work together to bring meaningful change.

Thank you for never giving up on our community.

#Hope

20/08/2026