Debate contribution: Police: Injury on Duty Awards

Debate contribution by Mr Doug Beattie MC on 12 May 2026.

MLA: Mr Doug Beattie MC
Party at the time: Ulster Unionist Party
Date: 12 May 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Police: Injury on Duty Awards
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5528530

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I thank the Minister for her comprehensive answer. The 'Joint Guidance for Medical Practitioners on Injury on Duty Awards' was placed on a statutory footing in 2024, which means that it is legally binding. However, the first page states:
"Please note however as this document does not have statutory underpinning".
Therefore, the document is not being adhered to. Can the Minister use the tripartite arrangements to deal with that very small issue, because it has a huge effect on those who seek an award?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3543/22-27.

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