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  • 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and Water Environment Bill is intended to modernise and consolidate the legislative framework by replacing the outdated and fragmented Fisheries Act (Northern Ireland) 1966.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
    Closed 11 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
    Closed 10 September 2026

  • The Home Heating Oil (Temporary Financial Assistance) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Communities has been asked to consider the following statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for Communities at its meeting on 10 September 2026 : The Home Heating Oil (Temporary Financial Assistance) 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... More
    Closed 8 September 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
    Closed 3 September 2026

  • Plenary 2: Debate Topics

    Ahead of Plenary 2, we want you to vote on what topic you would like to debate in the Assembly Chamber. More
    Closed 31 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
    Closed 24 August 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
    Closed 24 July 2026

  • 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
    Closed 17 July 2026

  • 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
    Closed 15 July 2026

  • 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
    Closed 15 July 2026

  • 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
    Closed 15 July 2026

  • 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
    Closed 15 July 2026

  • Areas with Natural Constraints (Payments) Bill

    A Bill to reintroduce payments to farmers operating in Areas with Natural Constraints (ANC'S). More
    Closed 6 July 2026

  • Inquiry into the Performance and Culture of the Northern Ireland Civil Service - Call for Evidence

    Since it was established in February 2024, the Committee for Finance has considered a wide range of information and data regarding a range of metrics with respect to the NI Civil Service. The Committee has engaged with the Department on this information and data, with Members seeking further extrapolation of this to allow the Committee to make suggestions as to how the NICS might improve its performance and support the evolution of its culture. The Committee agreed to undertake this... More
    Closed 2 July 2026

  • Inquiry into the Performance and Culture of the Northern Ireland Civil Service - Survey

    Since it was established in February 2024, the Committee for Finance has considered a wide range of information and data regarding a range of metrics with respect to the NI Civil Service. The Committee has engaged with the Department on this information and data, with Members seeking further extrapolation of this to allow the Committee to make suggestions as to how the NICS might improve its performance and support the evolution of its culture. The Committee agreed to undertake this... More
    Closed 2 July 2026

  • SL1 - The Provision of Health Services to Persons Not Ordinarily Resident (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Health has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department of Health at its meeting on 18 June 2026 (via expedited process) : SL1 - The Provision of Health Services to Persons Not Ordinarily Resident (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... More
    Closed 26 June 2026

  • SL1 - The Feed and Food (Miscellaneous Amendments and Revocations) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Health has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) at its meeting on 02 July 2026: SL1 - The Feed and Food (Miscellaneous Amendments and Revocations) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the FSA is accurate, complete, and whether it may result in any... More
    Closed 25 June 2026

  • SL1 - The Public Health (Notifiable Diseases - Hantavirus Diseases) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Health has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department of Health at its meeting on 18 June 2026 (via expedited process) : SL1 - The Public Health (Notifiable Diseases - Hantavirus Diseases) 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... More
    Closed 24 June 2026

  • THE OCCUPATIONAL PENSION SCHEMES (COLLECTIVE MONEY PURCHASE SCHEMES) (EXTENSION TO UNCONNECTED MULTIPLE EMPLOYER SCHEMES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS) 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 : THE OCCUPATIONAL PENSION SCHEMES (COLLECTIVE MONEY PURCHASE SCHEMES) (EXTENSION TO UNCONNECTED MULTIPLE EMPLOYER SCHEMES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS) REGULATIONS (NORTHERN IRELAND) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the... More
    Closed 24 June 2026

  • THE OCCUPATIONAL PENSION SCHEMES (PRESERVATION OF BENEFIT) (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 : THE OCCUPATIONAL PENSION SCHEMES (PRESERVATION OF BENEFIT) (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 any unintended or... More
    Closed 24 June 2026

  • The Salaries (Public Services Ombudsman) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for the Executive Office has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Assembly Commission at its meeting on 1 July 2026 : The Salaries (Public Services Ombudsman) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026 To assist the Committee with its work, it is seeking views on whether the information provided by the Commission is accurate, complete, and whether it may result in any unintended or... More
    Closed 23 June 2026

  • SL1 – The Justice (2011 Act) (Amendment of Schedule 4) 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 25 June 2026 : SL1 – The Justice (2011 Act) (Amendment of Schedule 4) 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... More
    Closed 17 June 2026

  • SL1 - The Tobacco Retailer (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations (NI) 2026

    The Committee for Health has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department of Health at its meeting on 25 June 2026 : SL1 - The Tobacco Retailer (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations (NI) 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... More
    Closed 17 June 2026

  • SL1 - The Tobacco Retailer (Fixed Penalty) (Amount) Regulations (NI) 2026

    The Committee for Health has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department of Health at its meeting on 25 June 2026 : SL1 - The Tobacco Retailer (Fixed Penalty) (Amount) Regulations (NI) 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
    Closed 17 June 2026

  • Call for Evidence - Education (Holiday Meal Payments) Bill

    The Education ( Holiday Meal Payments) Bill was formally introduced to the Assembly on Tuesday 3 March 2026. The Bill undertook its Second Stage on Monday 13 April 2026 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
    Closed 15 June 2026

  • Call for Evidence - Irish Medium (Workforce Planning) Bill

    The Irish-medium Education (Workforce Plan) Bill was formally introduced to the Assembly on Tuesday 3 March 2026. The Bill undertook its Second Stage on Tuesday 14 April 2026 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
    Closed 15 June 2026

  • Marriage and Civil Partnership Bill - Call for Evidence

    The Marriage and Civil Partnership Bill has 2 main purposes. The first purpose of the Bill is to treat non-religious belief marriages in the same way as religious marriages, and Part 1 of the Bill makes the necessary amendments to the 2003 Order. The second aspect of the Bill relates to the minimum age of marriage and civil partnership. Currently, it is possible for anyone aged 16 and 17 to marry or form a civil partnership with the relevant consents in place (usually, the consent of a... More
    Closed 12 June 2026

  • SL1 - The New Firefighters’ Pension Scheme (Amendment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Health has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department of Health at its meeting on 4 June 2026 : SL1 The New Firefighters' Pension Scheme (Amendment) 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
    Closed 4 June 2026

  • SL1 - Agriculture (Student Fees) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

    The Committee for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs has been asked to consider the following proposed statutory rule and associated documents provided by the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs at its meeting on 21 May 2026: Agriculture (Student Fees) (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... More
    Closed 30 May 2026

  • SL1 – The Justice (2011 Act) (Amendment of Schedule 3) 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 30 April 2026 : SL1 – The Justice (2011 Act) (Amendment of Schedule 3) 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... More
    Closed 27 May 2026
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