AQW 37665/22-27 – Department of Health Rural Needs Impact Assessments

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Health to detail (i) the number of Rural Needs Impact Assessments (RNIAs) under the Rural Needs Act (Northern Ireland) 2016, carried out by his Department and its arm's-length bodies, of policies, strategies, and services affecting rural communities; and (ii) a breakdown of (a) the number … Continue reading AQW 37665/22-27 – Department of Health Rural Needs Impact Assessments

AQW 39028/22-27 – Impact of increased business rates liability in 2026

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Finance, following the re-valuation of non-domestic properties, to detail any assessment he has made of the impact of increased business rates liability in 2026, on the viability of the hospitality sector. [Priority Written] Minister of Finance: On 29 January 2026, I announced that I have … Continue reading AQW 39028/22-27 – Impact of increased business rates liability in 2026

AQW 38374/22-27 – A6 Road Enhancement

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure to detail any work her Department has planned for further enhancement to the A6 road. Minister for Infrastructure: The A6 Phase 2 Derry to Dungiven scheme is part of the A6 Executive Flagship project and will deliver 5.3km of new high-quality dual-carriageway from the … Continue reading AQW 38374/22-27 – A6 Road Enhancement

AQW 38577/22-27 – Support for young adults with complex needs in rural areas

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Health to detail any steps he will take to improve support for young adults with recognised learning difficulties and complex needs, in rural areas. Minister of Health: My Department recognises the particular challenges faced by young adults with learning difficulties and complex needs in rural … Continue reading AQW 38577/22-27 – Support for young adults with complex needs in rural areas

AQW 38812/22-27 – On-site inspections of the PAR Biogas plant at Tullywiggan

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail (i) the number of on-site inspections by the NI Environment Agency of the PAR Biogas plant at Tullywiggan; (ii) the number of these inspections that were unannounced; and (iii) any observations of odours emitted from the plant made … Continue reading AQW 38812/22-27 – On-site inspections of the PAR Biogas plant at Tullywiggan

AQW 38810/22-27 – Inspections of biogas plants

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, pursuant to AQW 36809/22-27, to detail (i) the number of on-site inspections by NI Environment Agency of each of the 11 biogas plants approved under Animal By-Products Regulations; (ii) the number of these inspections that were unannounced; and (iii) any … Continue reading AQW 38810/22-27 – Inspections of biogas plants

AQW 38808/22-27 – Introduction of an aggravated offence for attacks on assistance dogs

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, pursuant to AQW 38168/22-27, to detail (i) any engagement he has had with the Minister of Justice regarding the introduction of an aggravated offence for attacks on assistance dogs; and (ii) any actions he is taking to introduce an aggravated … Continue reading AQW 38808/22-27 – Introduction of an aggravated offence for attacks on assistance dogs

AQW 38575/22-27 – Implementation of the Lough Neagh Action Plan

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs for an update on the implementation of the Lough Neagh Action Plan. Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs: Of the 37 actions within the Plan, 15 have been delivered and 22 are actively progressing. I remain committed to driving … Continue reading AQW 38575/22-27 – Implementation of the Lough Neagh Action Plan