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  • The Surrender of Offensive Weapons (Compensation) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Justice has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for Justice at its meeting on 2 July 2026 : The Surrender of Offensive Weapons (Compensation) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the department is accurate, complete, and whether it may result in any unintended... More
    Closes today

  • The Offensive Weapons Act 2019 (Commencement No.2) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Justice has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for Justice at its meeting on 2 July 2026 : The Offensive Weapons Act 2019 (Commencement No.2) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the department is accurate, complete, and whether it may result in any unintended or... More
    Closes today

  • The Criminal Justice Act 1988 (Offensive Weapons) (Amendment, Surrender and Compensation) Order (Northern Ireland ) 2026

    The Committee for Justice has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for Justice at its meeting on 2 July 2026 : The Criminal Justice Act 1988 (Offensive Weapons) (Amendment, Surrender and Compensation) Order (Northern Ireland ) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the department is accurate, complete, and... More
    Closes today

  • The Coronavirus Act 2020 (Extension of provisions relating to Live Links for courts and tribunals) (No. 2) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Justice has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for Justice at its meeting on 2 July 2026 : The Coronavirus Act 2020 (Extension of Provisions Relating to Live Links for Courts and Tribunals) (No.2) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the department is accurate,... More
    Closes today

  • The Housing Benefit (Earned Income Disregards) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Communities has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for Communities at its meeting on 10 September 2026 : The Housing Benefit (Earned Income Disregards) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the department is accurate, complete, and whether... More
    Closes 17 July 2026

  • Older People's Parliament 2026

    On Thursday 15 October 2026, the Older People’s Parliament will take place in Parliament Buildings. The following survey will help determine the issues that will be raised and discussed during the Parliament. The Parliament is an opportunity for key issues that impact the lives of older people across Northern Ireland to be shared directly with decision-makers. The Parliament has been co-designed with a consultative panel group made up of a range of groups and... More
    Closes 24 July 2026

  • School Uniforms (Trousers) Bill

    The Ad Hoc Committee on the School Uniforms (Trousers) Bill is considering the School Uniforms (Trousers) Bill . The Bill's Explanatory and Financial Memorandum has been prepared to assist the reader and should be read in conjunction with the Bill. To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on the Bill. The survey is open to any individual or organisation to respond. The School Uniforms (Trousers) Bill was introduced by the Committee... More
    Closes 23 August 2026

  • Hunting with Dogs Bill

    The Hunting with Dogs Bill was formally introduced by John Blair MLA on 27 April 2026. The Bill completed its Second Stage on 26 May 2026, and was referred to the Committee for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs for scrutiny (the Committee Stage of the Bill). The Hunting with Dogs Bill proposes to prohibit the use of dogs to hunt, attack, or kill wild mammals. The policy objectives of the Bill are to: prohibit the use of dogs to hunt, attack, or kill wild mammals; and... More
    Closes 24 August 2026

  • Housing (Amendment) Bill - Call for Evidence

    The Housing (Amendment) Bill seeks to amend the Housing (Northern Ireland) Order 1988 by extending the definition of "threatened with homelessness" from 28 days to 60 days, enabling earlier intervention and support for people at risk of becoming homeless. The Committee for Communities is seeking views on the proposals contained in the Bill. More
    Closes 3 September 2026

  • Charities (Amendment) Bill - Call for Evidence

    The Charities (Amendment) Bill proposes a range of changes to charity law in Northern Ireland. The Bill aims to strengthen the powers of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, improve information sharing between regulators, modernise charity accounting and reporting requirements, and reduce administrative burdens on smaller charities. It also removes certain regulatory requirements for organisations established outside Northern Ireland that operate... More
    Closes 10 September 2026

  • Fisheries, Aquaculture and Water Environment Bill

    The Fisheries, Aquaculture and Water Environment Bill is intended to modernise and consolidate the legislative framework by replacing the outdated and fragmented Fisheries Act (Northern Ireland) 1966. The Bill aims to support sustainable and profitable fisheries, underpinned by a resilient marine ecosystem, and will also establish statutory duties for the Department; strengthen regulatory and enforcement powers; update licensing systems; and ensure alignment with current environmental... More
    Closes 11 September 2026

  • The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for the Economy has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for the Economy at its meeting on 23 September 2026 : The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the Department is accurate, complete, and whether it may result in... More
    Closes 16 September 2026

  • Tree Protection Bill - Call for Evidence

    The Tree Protection Bill sets out to: Amend and strengthen primary legislation to provide enhanced legal protection for Northern Ireland’s oldest and most significant trees and woodlands. Reform the Tree Preservation Order (TPO) system to align with practice in England, Scotland, and Wales—closing loopholes, ensuring consistent enforcement across local authorities, and broadening designation criteria to reflect the full environmental, social, and health... More
    Closes 16 September 2026

  • Display of Flags and Emblems - Call for Evidence

    Overview The Display of Flags and Emblems Bill sets out to: Address the ongoing misuse of public property for the display of flags or emblems intended to exclude, intimidate, or assert control. Establish a clear and fair legal framework governing when and how flags or emblems may be displayed, balancing respect for cultural expression with the need to prevent intimidation, territorial marking, and the coercive use of symbols in shared public... More
    Closes 17 September 2026

  • Regional Balance Bill

    A Bill to make provision for: a statutory framework to improve regional balance in Northern Ireland; to impose a duty on the Executive to develop, adopt, maintain and implement a framework setting out how disparities in regional economic performance and living standards are to be addressed across government; and to confer functions on the Department for the Economy in relation to the preperation of the framework, its reporting to the Assembly and providing... More
    Closes 22 September 2026

  • Victims and Witnesses of Crime Bill

    The Victims and Witnesses of Crime Bill sets out to make provision for: the establishment of a statutory Commissioner for Victims and Witnesses of Crime; the mandatory publication of victim-related statistics; improved regulation of access to complainants’ private information in serious sexual offence cases; pre-trial legal representation in serious sexual offence cases; a technical fix to address an issue which will arise when Committal Reform in Northern Ireland... More
    Closes 25 September 2026

  • Call for Evidence - Education Inspections Bill

    The Education Inspections Bill was formally introduced to the Assembly on Tuesday 19 May 2026. The Bill undertook its Second Stage on Monday 1 June with the Committee Stage commencing immediately thereafter. In order to inform the Committee Stage of the Bill, the Committee for Education would welcome your views/comments on the contents of the Bill. More
    Closes 28 September 2026

  • Conversion Practices (Criminalisation) Bill - Call for Evidence

    The Conversion Practices (Criminalisation) Bill seeks to criminalise conversion practices intended to change or suppress a person's sexual orientation or gender identity, including through conversion therapy, coercive behaviour and removing a person from Northern Ireland for such purposes. The Committee for Communities is seeking views on the proposals contained in the Bill. More
    Closes 1 October 2026

  • Renewable Electricity Generation Bill

    The Renewable Electricity Generation Bill has been introduced to the Assembly by the Minister for the Economy. Currently, there is no existing renewable electricity support scheme in Northern Ireland open to new generation. The stated aim of the Renewable Electricity Generation Bill is to provide the framework for this - a Renewable Electricity Price Guarantee (“REPG”) scheme in Northern Ireland. Contracts for Difference (“CfDs”) are to be used to provide electricity... More
    Closes 21 October 2026

  • NI Assembly Get Involved Sign Up Now

    Sign Up to Receive Information from the Northern Ireland Assembly The Northern Ireland Assembly sends out regular newsletters, details of upcoming events and consultations as well as other information covering different topics. If you would like to receive this information you can sign up for the areas you are interested in using this short form. More
    Closes 30 April 2027

  • NI Assembly Explained Workshop Booking Form

    Assembly Explained is a free workshop suitable for community groups and organisations. During the session, we will explain how the Assembly works and how participants can get involved and raise issues. Sessions usually last between one to three hours and can be delivered online or in-person. If you’re interested in booking an Assembly Explained workshop, please click on the link below to complete the request form, and the Assembly Engagement team will be in... More
    Closes 30 April 2027
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