Assembly Debates

Assembly Debates raise awareness of topical and/or specific local issues. This category will promote those debates that are in the wider public interest.

Motion: Setting Ambitious Targets for Job Creation

https://youtu.be/3qEff1fgqAI Proposed: That this Assembly supports an innovative and inclusive economy which provides opportunities for all; highlights the need to create more and better jobs across the skills spectrum; supports, in particular, growing key sectors such as digital, agri-tech, advanced manufacturing, life and health sciences and fintech; is clear that the benefits of new employment… Continue Reading Motion: Setting Ambitious Targets for Job Creation

Motion: End Holiday Hunger

https://youtu.be/TVTqwMlsYFA Proposed: That this Assembly recognises the high levels of child poverty and the increasing costs associated with sending children and young people to school; further recognises that the rising cost of food is putting many families under huge financial pressure; acknowledges the importance of children and young people receiving a nutritious meal and the… Continue Reading Motion: End Holiday Hunger

Motion: Fresh Start Funding for Integrated Education Capital Projects

https://youtu.be/L4vr0Ay_EHk Proposed: That this Assembly reaffirms its commitment to the facilitation and growth of integrated education as set out in the Good Friday Agreement; notes the Department of Education’s duty to meet the demand for the provision of integrated education within the context of the overall sustainability of the school estate as set out in… Continue Reading Motion: Fresh Start Funding for Integrated Education Capital Projects

Motion: Backlog in MOT Testing

https://youtu.be/j4uLK0X4wMc Proposed: That this Assembly stresses the importance of fair and timely access to vehicle testing across Northern Ireland; believes it is unacceptable that many motorists are facing lengthy delays to secure an MOT appointment; notes with concern the impact such delays have on those living and working in our communities, including in rural and… Continue Reading Motion: Backlog in MOT Testing

Motion: International Women’s Day

https://youtu.be/AHiNsrzvEOk On Monday 11 March 2024 as part of Private Members’ Business the following motion was debated: That this Assembly recognises that International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women; believes that this day both serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made towards gender… Continue Reading Motion: International Women’s Day