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Assembly Monitor 30 January 2012

By Colm Burns - last updated on Sat, 28/01/2012 - 00:37

Assembly Monitor is a weekly update on the work of the NI Assembly and in particular the issues which are of interest to the voluntary and community sector.

We have linked the Assembly Monitor to the official record Hansard and the MLAs to their Assembly profile pages.

Last week at the Assembly

Monday 23 January

Matters of the Day

Security: Dissident Terrorism

Mr G Campbell (East Londonderry, DUP) made a statement on the double bomb attack in Derry.  A number of other members made a statement.

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Committee Business

Motion: Committee Membership

Proposed:

That Ms Sue Ramsey replace Mrs Michaela Boyle as a member of the Committee for Health, Social Services and Public Safety; that Ms Jennifer McCann replace Ms Sue Ramsey as member of the Committee for Enterprise, Trade and Investment; that Mrs Michaela Boyle replace Mr Conor Murphy as a member of the Committee for Agriculture and Rural Development; and that Mr Conor Murphy replace Ms Jennifer McCann as a member of the Public Accounts Committee.

The motion was passed.

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Motion: The Environmental and Economic Sustainability of Strangford Lough

Ms A Lo (The Chairperson of the Committee for the Environment) proposed:

That this Assembly recognises the environmental importance of Strangford Lough and the economic contribution it makes through employment, leisure and tourism; and calls on the Executive to introduce, as a matter of urgency, measures to protect and restore its Modiolus habitat in a way that meets the requirements of the EU Habitats Directive (92/43/EEC); and further calls on the Executive, when implementing such measures, to ensure that people who derive an income from the Lough are not economically disadvantaged.

This debate was raised as a result of a complaint by the Ulster Wildlife Trust to Europe about the way in which the lough was being managed back in 2003; the Commission started infraction proceedings.

A number of members spoke on the motion.

The motion was passed.

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Questions to The Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister

Mr S Lynch (Fermanagh and South Tyrone) asked the First Minister and deputy First Minister when the Ministerial Sub-committee for Children and Young People last met.

Ms M Anderson (Junior Minister, Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister): The ministerial subcommittee on children and young people, which Jonathan Bell and I jointly chair as junior Ministers, last met on Wednesday 11 January 2012.

In a supplemental question the minister was asked: A priority for the subgroup should be ensuring adequate provision for young people in care. What engagement has she had with organisations such as the Voice of Young People in Care (VOYPIC) and Kinship Care to ensure that targeted interventions are made?

Ms M Anderson: I met one of those groups as an MLA. However, a number of subcommittees within the ministerial subcommittee are working on that. We cover a number of areas. For instance, the ministerial subcommittee on children and young people is focusing on five priority areas: safeguarding, NEETs, special educational needs, early years and vulnerable young people.

As I said, OFMDFM has recently appointed a lead who is working on matters in relation to children and young people, and that should be of some assistance to the organisations which you mentioned. We intend to discuss a number of proposals to streamline the work across Departments to deliver improved outcomes for children and young people at the ministerial subcommittee meetings scheduled for April and June.

Mr W Clarke (South Down, Sinn Fein) asked the First Minister and deputy First Minister when they will publish the results of the social investment fund consultation.

Mr M McGuinness (The deputy First Minister): The public consultation on the social investment fund proposals ended on 23 December 2011. During the consultation period, six public events were held, at which initial proposals were outlined and then discussed in detail. Attendance at those public events was high, with almost 240 participants.

During the consultation period, our officials also met a number of key statutory bodies and other Departments. That was with a view to ensuring that the social investment fund complements other area-based initiatives. We received over 300 formal consultation responses, which our officials are analysing. That will help to inform final proposals for operational arrangements for the fund.

Although several key issues have already emerged, it would be wrong for me to detail those in depth until all the input to the consultation is fully reflected on. We hope to be in a position to publish a consultation report in the coming months. In parallel, we will develop and bring to the Executive final proposals with a view to having the fund fully operational as soon as possible.

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Questions to the Minister of Justice

Mr C Boylan (Newry and Armagh, Sinn Fein) asked the Minister of Justice for an update on the process for obtaining a non molestation order to ensure maximum protection for vulnerable people.

Mr Ford (The Minister of Justice): Domestic violence is a serious problem, and I want to ensure that maximum protection is afforded to vulnerable people who are the victims of such violence. In December 2010, I announced a change in the legal aid rules to provide increased assistance for victims of domestic violence. I authorised the Legal Services Commission to waive the upper earnings and capital limits for persons applying for non-molestation orders (NMOs), and that means that more people now have access to legal aid in order to protect themselves and their family from domestic violence. Although a contribution towards costs may be required, it will be a fixed, one-off amount that should ensure that victims of domestic violence need no longer worry about the financial implications of seeking an NMO for their protection.

During a 12-month pilot, the waiver meant that legal aid was granted to 104 applicants who previously would have been refused legal aid and might otherwise have found it difficult to afford to apply for a non-molestation order. I have now indicated that the waiver arrangements are to be continued on a permanent basis. I am pleased to say that those new arrangements have been largely welcomed, particularly by Women’s Aid, which works closely with many victims of domestic violence.

Mr Beggs (East Antrim, UUP) asked the Minister of Justice to outline his plans to implement the recommendations contained within the review of youth justice system report.

Mr Ford (The Minister of Justice): The public consultation on this report and its recommendations has only recently closed, and, indeed, we are still awaiting responses from a small number of organisations that requested an extension. It would therefore be premature to comment on the way forward at this stage or to discuss specific plans for the implementation of any of the recommendations.

I am very pleased with the number of formal responses received to date, several of which are from organisations that represent and have direct engagement with children and young people. The Department has held public meetings on the report and its recommendations, as well as commissioning separate pieces of work from different sectors and constituencies, including those representing children and young people, older people, parents and victims.

Overall, the level of response and obvious thought that have gone into the comments received to date reflect a clear understanding of and widespread interest in this important subject. I assure Members that taking forward the outcome of the review is a priority for me and for the Department. However, it is important to emphasise that a number of the key recommendations are cross-cutting and engage the responsibilities of other Departments. In developing any plans for implementation, I will therefore consult ministerial colleagues to agree the way forward and how we might work in partnership to deliver the required outcomes. The Committee for Justice has a significant interest in the issue, and I look forward to sharing my emerging conclusions with Members and taking their views as part of the implementation process.

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Question for Urgent Oral Answer

Health, Social Services and Public Safety

Mr Wells (South Down, DUP) asked the Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety for an update on the situation at the neonatal unit at the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service, Belfast.

Mr Poots (The Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety): First, I have expressed my deepest sympathy to the parents and other members of families who are grieving the loss of their babies, and I reiterate that in the House. I am sure that that sympathy is extended from the entire House.

So far, the pseudomonas bacterium has been found in six babies associated with the outbreak in the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service neonatal unit. Of those babies, three died in the neonatal unit and one recovered from pseudomonas but later died from an unrelated cause. Two babies have recovered from the infection and are still in the neonatal unit. Further tests for pseudomonas have not shown any new cases of infection in the outbreak, and the total remains at six. The neonatal network is managing well. Some mothers due to give birth or babies who require special neonatal care may be transferred to another unit, as would be normal practice. That will be on the basis of specialist clinical advice to ensure that babies receive the most appropriate care.

All the babies in the unit have now been screened and parents have been informed of their baby’s result. At this stage, five babies who have the pseudomonas bacterium on their skin have been identified, but that is not causing active infection. Babies continue to receive the neonatal care that they require. As a precautionary measure, the babies’ skin may be screened again as the situation requires to see if they are carrying the bacterium. All necessary precautions are being taken to avoid the spread of infection.

Bio-decontamination of the intensive care part of the neonatal unit at the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service is now complete. The affected area in the unit at the hospital will remain closed while a team of specialists continues to attempt to identify the most likely source of the infection. All other maternity services and wards at the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service are fully operational and working as normal. Expectant mothers should attend their appointments as scheduled.

Pseudomonas bacterium is an organism that can be found in many natural environments, including soil and water. Infections are seen mainly in immunocompromised and debilitated patients. Outbreaks of pseudomonas have occurred in intensive care facilities around the world, because patients in such facilities are frequently immunocompromised. The trust, the Public Health Agency (PHA) and the Department are continuing to manage and monitor the situation, and a teleconference is in progress at present. The situation is evolving and further updates will be issued.

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Private Members’ Business

Motion: Pupils Living in Poverty

Mr P Flanagan (Fermanagh and South Tyrone, Sinn Fein) proposed:

That this Assembly notes that one child in four is living in poverty; calls on the Minister of Education, with support from the Executive, to target extra resources at pupils living in poverty to enable them to succeed at school; and further calls on the Minister to ensure that schools are accountable for using their funding to help children who are living in poverty to realise their full potential.

In his opening statement Mr Flanagan told the Assembly “A recent report by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation showed that, despite government policy aimed at keeping the cost of primary school uniforms as low as possible, parents often reported spending about £50 on each child’s uniform, excluding the cost of shoes. Some of the older children were keenly aware of the cost to their parents of school uniforms. There was also evidence to suggest that some schools, even in highly disadvantaged areas, displayed an inflexible attitude to uniforms. Their policies forced children to wear blazers that must be purchased from certain retailers at a cost of more than £100. School trips often proved expensive; there were examples of children being encouraged to go on skiing trips costing over £1,000. That is not feasible for people from disadvantaged backgrounds.”

Mr McNarry (Strangford, UUP): proposed an amendment: Leave out all after the first “poverty;” and insert:

“further notes that early offers of family help and support can improve health and educational outcomes, reduce youth offending and increase lifetime opportunities; calls on the Minister of Education, the Minister of Justice and the Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety, with support from the Executive, to target extra resources at pupils living in poverty to enable them to succeed at school; and further calls on the Minister of Education to ensure that schools are accountable for using their funding to help children who are living in poverty to realise their full potential.”

A number of members spoke in favour of the motion and the amendment and one member highlighted “The Child Poverty Action Group advises that that trend is becoming more ingrained among children and young people who have experienced poverty over the past two decades. As a result, they are much less likely to move into well-paid employment and, therefore, they will suffer greater effects from poverty well into adulthood.”

The motion and amendment were both passed.

That this Assembly notes that one child in four is living in poverty; further notes that early offers of family help and support can improve health and educational outcomes, reduce youth offending and increase lifetime opportunities; calls on the Minister of Education, the Minister of Justice and the Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety, with support from the Executive, to target extra resources at pupils living in poverty to enable them to succeed at school; and further calls on the Minister of Education to ensure that schools are accountable for using their funding to help children who are living in poverty to realise their full potential.

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Motion: Pardon for Irish Veterans of World War II

Mr P Weir (North Down, DUP) proposed:

That this Assembly condemns the treatment by the then Irish Government of many Irish World War II veterans, particularly the issuing of the so called 'starvation orders'; and calls on the Government of the Republic of Ireland to issue a pardon and to apologise to the veterans and their families, and to honour all those who fought against fascism in World War II.

A number of members spoke in support of the motion.

The motion was passed.

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Tuesday 24 January

Executive Committee Business

Rates (Amendment) Bill: Accelerated Passage

Mr Wilson (The Minister of Finance and Personnel) proposed:

That the Rates (Amendment) Bill [NIA 2/11-15] proceed under the accelerated passage procedure.

The Minister told the Assembly that the key measures in the Bill included the funding provided through the large retail levy.

The motion was passed with cross community support.

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Rates (Amendment) Bill: Second Stage

Mr Wilson (The Minister of Finance and Personnel) proposed:

That the Second Stage of the Rates (Amendment) Bill [NIA 2/11-15] be agreed.

The Minister outlined the Bill and highlighted a number of clauses to the Assembly.

A number of members spoke about the content of the Bill.

The Bill passed the second stage with cross community support.

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Questions to the Minister for Regional Development

Mr A Maskey (South Belfast, Sinn Fein) asked the Minister for Regional Development for an update on the electric vehicle infrastructure pilot scheme.

Mr Kennedy (The Minister for Regional Development): The Member may be aware of the successful bid for funding from the Office for Low Emission Vehicles in Whitehall by the Northern Ireland e-car consortium, which includes my Department. It has taken forward a significant programme of planning and development to ensure delivery of the project within the agreed time frame. I am pleased to confirm that, as a result of that work, we are now at a stage where we can begin to install the infrastructure. Over the next few weeks, more than 40 public charge points will be installed in the areas of Belfast City Council, Newry and Mourne District Council, Armagh City and District Council, Derry/Londonderry City Council, Larne Borough Council and Fermanagh District Council, with four rapid-charge points to be installed at key locations on our strategic road network. They should all be on site by the end of March 2012.

Currently, there are plans to install further fast-charge points during the 2012-13 financial year. However, we are seeking to expand that, and we have sought from councils not currently involved in the programme expressions of interest in joining the e-car consortium with a view to locating charge points in those council areas. In addition, a grant incentive is also being provided for the installation of home and workplace charging points.

Alongside that, work has been taken forward to develop an IT payment system and the e-car website to provide access to charge point location maps, grant application forms and other relevant information. Delivery of that important project will ensure that Northern Ireland has access to one of the most comprehensive electric vehicle charging infrastructures on these islands.

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Questions to the Minister for Social Development

Mr P Maskey (West Belfast, Sinn Fein) asked the Minister for Social Development for his assessment of whether the number of social houses that are currently planned will be sufficient to cope with the anticipated increase in homelessness.

Mr McCausland (The Minister for Social Development): The number of people in Northern Ireland who face losing their homes has more than doubled in the past five years. The increased threat of repossession, alongside further job losses and the impact of welfare reform changes, particularly those around housing benefit, means that we need to have a wide range of interventions available to support people when they need it most.

However, although building more social homes is important, it should not — indeed, it cannot — be the only answer. We must look for alternatives to suit the wide range of housing needs that people have. The size and style of our newbuild programme may also need to change to ensure that smaller, more suitable accommodation is available, particularly for older people who may be looking to downsize, which could free up larger homes for families.

I want to protect those who rent privately by making the private rented sector an attractive alternative for those who cannot or do not necessarily want to access social housing. I also want to protect those facing repossession. Members may be interested to note that, since May 2011, over 700 people have used our mortgage debt advice service, with 142 of them directly prevented from being made homeless. I also want to increase the availability of affordable housing, and my recent support for co-ownership will help more first-time buyers than ever before to access their first home.

Finally, tackling the issue of empty homes offers a further opportunity to make more housing available. Nearly 100 existing homes that were long-term voids in Antrim, north Belfast and Downpatrick have already been identified as homes to be brought back into use, and more will follow. So, although the Member is right to highlight the increased threat of homelessness, we need a much wider and more holistic approach to tackling it, and the forthcoming housing strategy that we are preparing will seek to do that.

Mr McMullan (East Antrim, Sinn Fein) asked the Minister for Social Development what measures he will take to assist people who are unable to pay their mortgages because of the changes to benefit entitlement.

Mr McCausland (The Minister for Social Development): I recognise that the recent changes to the social security systems, aligned with the difficult economic conditions, present difficulties for all who find themselves unable to work for whatever reason. I am pleased to report that, last summer, I launched a contracted mortgage debt advice service to help those experiencing difficulty making mortgage payments to avoid the distressing prospect of court action and possible repossession. The free advice from the Housing Rights Service may help them to avoid repossession. For homeowners who are in receipt of income support, income-based jobseeker’s allowance, income-based employment and support allowance or pension credit and have mortgage commitments, those benefits may also include an additional element called support for mortgage interest (SMI).

The contract for the mortgage debt advice service can operate until March 2015 at the latest. That service directs households to get and act on financial advice to help to alleviate their debt problems, and it can be contacted directly on 0300 323 0310. The extended service operates during office hours and now includes an online adviser and evening opening hours to 8.00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The specialised service prevents people, where possible, from becoming homeless as a consequence of housing-related debt.

Support for mortgage interest is calculated by applying a standard interest rate to the outstanding capital. From 1 October 2010, that standard interest rate has been based on the Bank of England published average mortgage rate of 3·63%. Prior to that, the set rate of 6·08% was considered excessive and did not represent value for money to the taxpayer. In November 2009, a sample taken from Council of Mortgage Lenders data of those in receipt of SMI showed that the 6·08% rate had resulted in over 90% of people being paid more than their eligible mortgage interest liability.

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Ministerial Statement

Royal Jubilee Maternity Service, Belfast: Neonatal Unit

Mr Poots (The Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety) made a statement to the Assembly on the pseudomonas infection in the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service, Belfast Neonatal Unit.  The Minister first said “let me reiterate my deepest condolences to the parents and families whose babies tragically died as a result of the pseudomonas infection.”

The Minister outlined the background to the outbreak and the steps being taken to fight the outbreak.

The Minister then answered a number of questions from members.

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Committed Business

Standing Orders

Ms S Ramsey (The Chairperson of the Committee on Procedures) proposed a number of changes to Standing orders.

No members spoke on the motion.

The motion was passed with cross community support.

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Adjournment Debate

A24: Ballynahinch Bypass

Mr S Hamilton (Strangford, DUP) proposed an adjournment debate on the A24 Ballynhinch Bypass.

A number of members also took part.

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This week at the Assembly

Monday 30 January

Speaker’s Business

Public Petition: Future of Bangor Central Integrated Primary School

Mr S Agnew (Green Party)

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Questions to the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development

Mr M McLaughlin (South Antrim, Sinn Fein) to ask the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development whether the Interreg programme, administered through her Department, has proven successful.

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Questions to the Minister of Culture, Arts and Leisure

Mr B Hale (Lagan Valley, DUP) to ask the Minister of Culture, Arts and Leisure for an update on the development of the plans for the Olympic torch relay.

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Private Members’ Business

Motion: Tenancy Deposit Scheme

Mr M Copeland (East Belfast, UUP) and Mr J McCallister (South Down, UUP) will propose:

That this Assembly recognises the safeguards which Tenancy Deposit Schemes offer to landlords and tenants within the private rented sector; expresses concern that many landlords often make unjustified deductions or are slow to return deposits at the end of a tenancy, particularly for tenants living in student accommodation; and calls on the Minister for Social Development to urgently bring forward his plans to introduce a mandatory Tenancy Deposit Scheme which would safeguard tenants' deposits and provide a fair and effective mechanism to resolve disputes.

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Motion: Marian Price

Mr P Ramsey (Foyle, SDLP), Mr C McDevitt (South Belfast, SDLP) and Mr A Maginness (North Belfast, SDLP) will propose:

That this Assembly notes with concern the continuing detention of Marian Price in Maghaberry Prison, by reason of the Secretary of State’s decision to revoke her licence; further notes her on-going medical and social needs; believes that reliable evidence and the necessary process should govern judicial and quasi-judicial actions; and calls on the Minister of Justice to engage with the Secretary of State on the reasons for the revocation of her licence, and for her detention, by reason of the Secretary of State’s decision, to be reviewed urgently.

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Adjournment Debate

Tourism development in the South Down area, in particular St Patrick’s Country and the Early Christian Heritage Signature Project.

Ms M Ritchie (South Down, SDLP)

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Tuesday 31 January

Executive Committee Business

Second Stage – Pensions Bill (NIA Bill 3/11-15)

Mr McCausland (The Minister for Social Development) will introduce the Second Stage of the Pensions Bill.

Consideration Stage – Rates (Amendment) Bill (NIA Bill 2/11-15)

Mr Wilson (The Minister of Finance and Personnel) will introduce the Consideration Stage of the Rates (Amendment) Bill.

Motion: Draft Pharmacy (1976 Order) (Amendment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2012

Mr Poots (The Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety) will propose:

That the draft Pharmacy (1976 Order) (Amendment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2012 be approved.

Motion: Draft Sunbeds (Fixed Penalty) (Amount) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012

Mr Poots (The Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety) will propose:

That the draft Sunbeds (Fixed Penalty) (Amount) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012 be approved.

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Questions to the Minister of Education

Mr B Hale (Lagan Valley, DUP) to ask the Minister of Education when he will publish the consultation responses to the Review of Special Educational Needs and Inclusion.

Mr J Dobson (Upper Bann, UUP) to ask the Minister of Education to outline the measurements that are used to determine disadvantage in school age pupils.

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Questions to the Minister of Employment and Learning

Mr S Douglas (East Belfast, DUP) to ask the Minister for Employment and Learning for his assessment of whether youth unemployment will rise in the short and medium term, and whether he will continue to seek additional resources to enable young people to gain work experience through employment initiatives such as the Step Ahead programme.

Mr T Clarke (Mid Ulster, DUP) to ask the Minister for Employment and Learning, in light of the unemployment rate in the UK rising to its highest level in seventeen years, what action he will take to ensure a continuing reduction in the unemployment rate in Northern Ireland.

Mr S Hamilton (Strangford, DUP) to ask the Minister for Employment and Learning what steps he is taking to address the rise in youth unemployment.

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Committees

Committee for Agriculture and Rural Development

Land Parcel Identification Scheme - DARD presentation

Public Session – Room 30, Parliament Buildings at 1.30pm

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Wednesday 1 February

Committee for Employment and Learning

Visit to St Mary's University College

Committee for Finance and Personnel

Flexible Working – Evidence from Professor Sir George Bain

Briefing on the role of the NI Ombudsman

Introductory Briefing on Spring Supplementary Estimates and Budget Bill and update on progress

Draft Programme for Government, draft Investment Strategy and draft Economic Strategy – Final consideration of Committee response (Closed)

Public Session – Room 30, Parliament Buildings at 10.00am

Committee for Education

Research Briefing on School Transport Health and Safety Issues

School Transport Health and Safety Issues

Public Session – Senate Chamber, Parliament Buildings at 10.30am

Committee for Regional Development

Winter Readiness

DRD: Outcome of consultation on SL1: The Old Church Road, Newtownabbey (Abandonment) Order (Northern Ireland) 2011

Unadopted Roads Committee Inquiry - Terms of Reference

Public Session – Road 21, Parliament Buildings at 10.30am

Committee for Health Social Services and Public Safety

Health & Social Care review - BMA (NI)/ Royal College of General Practitioners

Health & Social Care Review

The Materials and Articles in Contact with Food Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012

The Health and Personal Social Services (Superannuation Scheme, Injury Benefits and Additional Voluntary Contributions), Health and Social Care (Pension Scheme) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012

Public Session – Senate Chamber, Parliament Buildings at 2.00pm

Committee for the Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister

Northern Ireland Elections - Electoral Commission briefing on Assembly Election

Programme for Government - Consideration of Committee response to consultation

Public Session – Room 30, Parliament Buildings at 2.00pm

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Thursday 2 February  

Committee for Social Development

Housing Development Strategy - Departmental Briefing

Charities Amendment Bill - Departmental Briefing

Responses to EQIA on Welfare Reform - Departmental Briefing

Public Session – Room 29, Parliament Buildings at 10.00am

Committee for the Environment

Consultation on proposed amendments to the Tribunal Procedure (Upper Tribunal) Rules 2008 - Goods Vehicles Operator Licensing

Draft SR - The Dog Control Order (Prescribed Offences and Penalties, etc) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012

Departmental briefing: the planning workforce model

Departmental briefing: Synopsis of responses to a charge on single use carrier bags consultation

Public Session – Senate Chamber, Parliament Buildings at 10.00

Committee for Culture, Arts and Leisure

DCAL briefing on its response to Creative Industries Inquiry

GAA Briefing on Stadium Development

Public Session – Room 21, Parliament Buildings at 10.30am

Committee for Enterprise, Trade and Investment

Smart Grid Ireland

Inquiry into Research and Development - Assembly Research: Papers on Research and Development

Regulation of Credit Unions in Northern Ireland

Public Session – Room 30, Parliament Buildings at 10.30am

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