AQW 8815/22-27 – Rate Support Grant

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Communities whether he intends to restore the financial support available to local councils through the Rate Support Grant to the level in place before the collapse of the Executive in February 2022. Minister for Communities: I will consider the funding for councils, including Rates Support … Continue reading AQW 8815/22-27 – Rate Support Grant

McGlone: people with disabilities should not be disadvantaged in the new normal

SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone has written to the First and deputy First Minister asking what measures have been taken to ensure that people with sight loss or other disabilities are not disadvantaged, as we recover from COVID-19. The Mid Ulster MLA commented, "As we enter the recovery phase, it is crucial that citizens … Continue reading McGlone: people with disabilities should not be disadvantaged in the new normal

AQW 695/17-22 – Local Council Staff Costs

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Communities to detail staff costs for each local council in each of the last five financial years. Minister for Communities: The information requested is already in the public domain and is readily available on individual council websites in their annual financial report and accounts. Links … Continue reading AQW 695/17-22 – Local Council Staff Costs