Engaging the Northern Ireland Assembly 2020

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Following the restoration of devolution in the first month of the first year of the new decade, the Northern Ireland Assembly is a hive of activity once again. With a fresh impetus in New Decade, New Approach — a document replete with ambitious priorities — local legislators will once again be accountable for actions which will have impactful repercussions across the public, private and voluntary sectors.

Now, in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic, local decision making has assumed an unprecedented level of importance. After initially threatening to disrupt shared accountability, the seriousness of the public health crisis and the associated economic headwinds appears to have heralded a newfound unity of purpose within the Executive. The pervasive impact of the pandemic necessitates collective decision-making and accountability.

The Assembly’s committees have resumed business with scrutiny of cross-sectoral policy issues for each portfolio. Aside from Executive ministers, a broad cross-section of society will be called to give evidence to the committees, including senior civil servants, business leaders, directors of NGOs, church leaders and industry experts.

As legislators strive to reassure the public of the new devolved institutions’ longevity, the Assembly is a focal point for the future of Northern Ireland. As such, individuals and organisations must seek to reengage with it.

This seminar, delivered virtually, offers those who will need to interact and influence the Assembly an insight into its inner workings. It is for both seasoned practitioners and those who are new to the functions and operations ‘on the hill’.

To register, please visit https://www.niassembly.agendani.com/