All of Miss Deirdre Hargey’s imported questions, contributions and motions in this mandate, newest first, including those assessed as not flagged, uncertain or not yet analysed.
Care in Prison To ask the Minister of Justice, following the findings of the inquest into the death of Daniel McConville, to outline what action she will take to address issues of bullying by prison staff and lack of care for prisoners.
To ask the Minister of Justice, following the findings of the inquest into the death of Daniel McConville, to detail the action she will take to address issues of bullying by prison staff and lack of care for prisoners.
On a point of order, Mr Deputy Speaker. Will you remind the Member that, when he talks about other Members who have been elected to the Chamber, he should do so with respect?
I welcome the Second Stage of the Justice Bill. It is good to see legislation passing through the Assembly again. I declare an interest, as I have an immediate family member who works in the Courts and Tribunals Service. As previous contributors have said, the Bill is sizable and far-ranging. It has, broadly, four…
I thank the Minister for the update as a part of the overarching economic strategy. Does he agree that there is a need in Belfast, particularly in socially disadvantaged areas, to continue to support some areas in order to address regional imbalance and to connect that economic development focus to inclusive growth…
Following on from the previous contributor's question, the unions are there to represent the workers. Does the Minister agree that any future decision on Harland and Wolff must involve continued engagement with the trade unions that are there to represent the workforce?
Thank you, Minister. Instead of resetting relationships, they have unsettled them over the past couple of days, and that is unfortunate. It is good that the Minister is being proactive with the deal partners. We know that the Derry and Strabane deal is due to be signed this week to go ahead. At what stage are the…
I am also pleased to speak on the motion. It is vital that our businesses and traders are paid promptly and in full when working with the public and private sectors. Government has a duty to set an example to all industries by ensuring that invoices are paid as soon as possible. The prompt payment of invoices is…
To ask the Minister of Finance what engagement she has had with the Treasury to ensure future funding allocations are awarded at or above the level of relative need, as set out in the fiscal framework.
To ask the First Minister and deputy First Minister for an update on work ongoing across the Department to tackle racism, sectarianism and hate crime in society.
I absolutely condemn and abhor the vile Islamophobic and racist attacks that have occurred in my constituency of South Belfast and other parts of Belfast over the past number of days. First, let me be clear that Belfast is a progressive, forward-looking and inclusive city. It is a place that I am proud to call home…
Opposition to Racism That this Assembly condemns the criminal damage and targeting of businesses in recent days; rejects all forms of Islamophobia, xenophobia and racism; endorses the work of voluntary sector organisations combatting racism and supporting those impacted by it; recognises the work of the Police Service…
I thank the Minister for coming along and giving a bit of clarity. We are here in the context of the High Court having spoken and struck down the defective sections in the Act because they are incompatible with article 10 European Convention rights on press rights and freedom of expression. Sinn Féin is opposed to any…
You nearly answered my supplementary question about the timescale for progressing that work. It is good that there have been additions and that the consultation responses support that. Can you give a more definitive timeline at this point?
Like everybody else, I support the rule. There was unanimous support for it at the Committee. Obviously, the rule revises two of the codes, and it adds an additional code. As was said earlier, we need to make sure that our justice system is up to date with regard to the evolution of technology. It also allows for…
To ask the Minister for Communities to detail (i) the number applications for succession of tenancy with the Housing Executive in the last five years; (ii) the number of these applications that were (a) approved; and (b) refused, broken down by constituency.
As highlighted by the Minister and Committee Chair, the Committee gave the statutory rule careful consideration during a number of meetings. Those included oral evidence sessions looking at annual weekly earnings, the change to RPI and, of course, modifying the standard rate of adjustments. We reiterate the concerns…
To ask the Minister for Communities to detail (i) whether he will protect the Neighbourhood Renewal budget for 2024-25; and (ii) on what date groups will be informed of the decision on their funding beyond June 2024.
To ask the Minister for Communities (i) for an update on the Housing First programme; and (ii) what engagements and meetings have taken place (a) with the Health Minister of Health; (b) with the Minister of Justice; and (c) between officials, on the Housing First programme.
I thank the proposers for today's motion and amendment. Hate and hate crimes are wrong and have no place in our communities and, indeed, in wider society. They must be opposed wherever they raise their head and be robustly challenged. I note the recent incidents of hate in my South Belfast constituency, about which I…
The High Court has made a decision and ruled on the matter. The Minister knows that I raised concerns about the legal case in February when we met, although, granted, the legal process was ongoing at that time. In the context of the ruling and in order to give clarity to victims and survivors, will you indicate a…