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 his plans to improve accessibility for complete domiciliary care packages for those fit for discharge from hospital.
I appreciate the intervention. I cannot say that it has improved because, from a constituency perspective, I am hearing every day from constituents and businesses who are realising the issues. Genuinely, I have not heard of any benefits, and I would be keen to hear those. The reality is that, after the vote tonight,…
As an independent and constitutional unionist, I like to think that I approach issues from the perspective of practical governance that works for everyone in Northern Ireland. My unionism is not abstract ideals or rigid ideology. It is about ensuring that Northern Ireland remains a prosperous, stable and equal part of…
Thank you, Minister, for your response. I am pleased to hear that you are working with other Departments to try to coordinate a transport approach. I encourage you to look in particular at the impact on rural areas. It can take up to an hour to get from Coleraine to Castlerock on a public transport bus, whereas it…
I beg to move Thank you, Deputy Speaker. It is with appreciation and reflection that I mark the 40th anniversary of Nexus. This milestone is a recognition not just of the many years that have passed but of the lives that have been transformed and the progress that has been made in the fight against sexual and abusive…
First Minister, the engagement of older people is also important. Do you have an update on the appointment of the Older People's Commissioner, as the current commissioner is leaving his post today?
Minister, I have consistently raised with you the impact of second home ownership, particularly in areas such as the north coast. Ultimately, the solution is to build more houses, particularly social and affordable homes, and your statement goes into that. However, as part of the strategy, will the Minister commit to…
As the only Member who does not receive financial assistance for political parties, my question is this: does the Member have a view on how we better support independents? I am the longest-serving independent Member — 10 years — and would gratefully receive that support.
Thank you, Minister. Does the Minister have any concerns about the Education Authority's (EA) recent decision not to proceed with a contract with Fujitsu for over £5 million?
To ask the Minister of Justice to detail (i) whether she has any plans to publish the report by Judge Burgess on the fundamental review of criminal legal aid in Northern Ireland; (ii) the recommendations in the report; (iii) the recommendations she has accepted and agreed to take forward; and (iv) the recommendations…
To ask the Minister of Justice how she engaged with key stakeholders, including the Law Society and the Bar Council NI, before her Ministerial Statement Enabling Access to Justice: Reform of Legal Aid.
To ask the Minister of Justice for her assessment on access to justice if solicitors and barristers refuse to take forward criminal and civil legal aid cases, particularly in cases relating to domestic abuse.
To ask the Minister of Justice how the plans outlined in her Ministerial Statement Enabling Access to Justice: Reform of Legal Aid compare with other regions of the (i) UK; and (ii) Republic of Ireland.
To ask the Minister of Justice how she is ensuring the independence of the legal system, further to the reforms announced on 2 December 2024 which propose reducing or removing independent functions.
I am pleased to join political parties in supporting the motion. Homelessness remains one of the most urgent and growing issues of our generation. As we mark Homelessness Awareness Week, we must recognise that we are in the midst of a housing crisis. Over 58,000 individuals are officially homeless: that is one in…
Minister, I appreciate that, but, given that your colleague in the Government said that it was unlikely that such legislation would go through in this mandate, will you commit to working with the Minister for the Economy to see whether we can use your Bill as a vehicle in order to, finally, get that through?
Minister, do you have any plans to review the criteria for Sure Start provision? Typically, it is now used via postcode. In my constituency, a couple of million-pound houses qualify for Sure Start provision, yet pockets of people who may receive benefits do not.
Minister, the British Open will return to Royal Portrush next year. Do you have any plans for a showcase event, for example, to maximise the tourism opportunities right across Northern Ireland?
Ms Sugden asked the Minister of Education whether there is scope in his expected Bill to extend compulsory education to 18 and legislate for post-19 SEN to 25.
To ask the Minister for the Economy, in relation to the planned legislation to ensure all children remain in education or training until they are 18 years old, for his assessment of whether this should include a requirement to extend post-19 special educational needs provision to 25 years old.
To ask the Minister for the Economy to detail his plans to maximise the opportunities that will arise from The Open returning to Royal Portrush Golf Club in 2025.
To ask the Minister for the Economy to detail (i) any discussions he has had with the UK Government in relation to the General Product Safety Regulation being introduced by the European Commission, which has resulted in suppliers from Great Britain no longer supplying to Northern Ireland; and (ii) any support he is…