Public Affairs
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Consultation update
Details of significant consultation exercises currently being carried out by government departments and other public sector bodies in Northern Ireland.…
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Progress in prison reform
Sue McAllister explains how the Northern Ireland Prison Service is changing its focus and helping to reduce reoffending. The Northern…
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DUP aims for national power
The DUP set out ambitious aims for Westminster at its annual conference and also warned of much tougher times ahead…
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SDLP prepares for poll test
SDLP members are gearing up for a tough election campaign and are keen to tap into the public’s dissatisfaction with…
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UUP regains confidence
Peter Cheney found an increasing mood of optimism at the UUP conference. Mike Nesbitt put forward a positive message as…
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Human rights and surveillance
Birgit Schippers examines how aerial and electronic surveillance are altering the balance between security and privacy, and the potential impact…
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The Iris Robinson report
An Assembly investigation into Iris Robinson’s conduct has found a serious breach of the code for failing to declare £50,000…
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Education Bill approved
While the Education Authority is less ambitious than ESA, political agreement on the reform represents a positive step. Michael McKernan…
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Assembly round-up
Health became an increasingly high priority at Stormont during November. However, progress on many other issues will depend on a…
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Consultation update
Details of significant consultation exercises currently being carried out by government departments and other public sector bodies in Northern Ireland.…
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