All of Ms Claire Sugden’s imported questions, contributions and motions in this mandate, newest first, including those assessed as not flagged, uncertain or not yet analysed.
To ask the Minister of Health to detail the number of women that have accessed support from community perinatal mental health teams in each of the last three years, broken down by Health and Social Care Trust.
To ask the Minister of Health for an update on the establishment of the regional Mother and Baby Unit in Belfast, including the expected timeline for completion and opening.
To ask the Minister of Justice whether her Department will review legal aid eligibility rules where a nil Universal Credit award prevents automatic entitlement for victims of domestic abuse.
To ask the Minister of Justice to detail any assessment her Department has made of the impact of requiring financial contributions on women seeking non-molestation orders under Regulation 10 of the Civil Legal Services (Financial) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2015.
To ask the Minister of Justice how her Department ensures women experiencing financial control or coercive control are not disadvantaged in legal aid assessments due to a lack of independent income.
To ask the Minister of Justice to detail any engagement her Department has had with women’s support organisations in the last five years to assess the practical impact of legal aid eligibility rules on access to justice for domestic abuse victims.
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail any immediate action being taken to investigate and address recent media reports of illegal puppy farmers euthanising dogs due to reduced demand.
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs whether the proposed expert review of dog breeding regulations will include an assessment of the adequacy of enforcement mechanisms to prevent illegal breeding practices.
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail any steps being taken to enhance collaboration with local councils and animal welfare organisations to identify and shut down illegal puppy farms.
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs whether his Department has engaged with the Department of Justice to strengthen penalties for those involved in illegal dog breeding or animal cruelty.
Thank you, Minister. I recognise that operational responsibilities are a matter for the Chief Constable and the Policing Board. However, this is an issue that raises its head time and time again. Is there something more, even in an advocacy role, that we, as the Northern Ireland Assembly and the Executive, could do to…
I broadly welcome the clarity that the UK Supreme Court ruling has provided, not because it excludes but because it gives certainty where there has long been uncertainty, particularly in law, policy and public service delivery, which is where it is of interest to us as policymakers. Some have criticised the fact that…
Minister, this is a well-rehearsed issue, and it is disappointing that you and your Department keep deferring to councils and blaming them for it. You have ultimate responsibility for implementing the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011, and, through it, you have powers to intervene and take more action. Will the…
Today, like many across Northern Ireland, Ireland and the world, we mark the passing of Pope Francis with sadness and respect. Throughout his life, Pope Francis showed that real leadership is not found in dominance or division but in humility, service and resolute care for those who are often forgotten. His concern…
Extension of Sitting on Monday 28 April 2025 under Standing order 10(3A) That, in accordance with Standing Order 10(3A), the sitting on Monday 28 April 2025 be extended to no later than 10.00pm.
To ask the Minister of Health whether his Department is considering expanding the cross-border elective healthcare scheme to include diagnostic assessments for ASD and ADHD.
To ask the Minister of Health to detail (i) the amount of money recouped by his Department through the Cross-Border Healthcare Directive; and (i) the amount written off due to non-recovery while the scheme was active.
To ask the Minister of Health to detail (i) any barriers his Department has identified in recouping costs associated with the Cross-Border Healthcare Directive; and (ii) how these barriers will be addressed in future schemes.
To ask the Minister of Health to detail the monitoring mechanisms in place to ensure private providers comply with financial arrangements when delivering publicly-funded treatment.
To ask the Minister of Health to detail the total amount of money recovered by his Department for healthcare provided to patients not Ordinarily Resident in Northern Ireland in each of the last five years.
To ask the Minister of Health (i) whether his Department has undertaken a review of current training capacity within Northern Ireland’s universities for nursing and allied health professions; and (ii) whether this aligns with projected local workforce demands.
To ask the Minister of Health to detail any support mechanisms in place to assist internationally-recruited health and social care staff in adapting to the communication, cultural and clinical expectations of the health service in Northern Ireland.
To ask the Minister of Health to detail any assessment that has been made of the barriers facing people from Northern Ireland in pursuing careers in the health and social care sector.