Debate contribution: Vagrancy Laws

Debate contribution by Ms Diane Forsythe on 10 February 2026.

MLA: Ms Diane Forsythe
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 10 February 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Vagrancy Laws
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5435739

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I thank the Minister for her response. I agree with the Minister: nobody wants to see the criminalisation of poverty. That is absolutely not anyone's intention here. As we move away from that very old legislation, what are the Minister's plans for what it will look like in our town centres to ensure that the protection of business owners is to the fore?

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 2036/22-27.

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