AQW 39361/22-27 – Road safety measures at junction of Hillhead and Oldtown Roads, Castledawson

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure to detail any road safety measures, including provision of a roundabout, that can be taken at the junction of the Hillhead and Oldtown Roads, Castledawson. Minister for Infrastructure: On 2 February 2026, my Department commenced work to resurface 3.7km of Hillhead Road, between Old … Continue reading AQW 39361/22-27 – Road safety measures at junction of Hillhead and Oldtown Roads, Castledawson

AQW 38484/22-27 – Legislation to prohibit overtaking of school buses

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure, pursuant to AQW 35836/22-27, to detail (i) whether legislation to prohibit overtaking of school buses at bus stops will be introduced in this mandate; and (ii) a timetable for the introduction of this legislation. Minister for Infrastructure: I have established a Safer Journeys to … Continue reading AQW 38484/22-27 – Legislation to prohibit overtaking of school buses

AQW 39363/22-27 – Caoimhé’s Law

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure to detail any discussions she has had with the Minister of Justice, regarding legislation to prevent the unauthorised recording and sharing of photos of road traffic collisions. Minister for Infrastructure: On 26th January, Minister Long and I facilitated a roundtable discussion with Road Victim … Continue reading AQW 39363/22-27 – Caoimhé’s Law

AQW 39362/22-27 – Unauthorised recording and sharing of photos of road traffic collisions

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Justice for an update on any steps she has taken towards introducing legislation to prevent the unauthorised recording and sharing of photos of road traffic collisions. Minister of Justice: Following the Assembly debate on 8 December 2025, Minister Kimmins and I met with families and … Continue reading AQW 39362/22-27 – Unauthorised recording and sharing of photos of road traffic collisions

AQW 38485/22-27 – Completion of work on Maydown Bridge, Benbur

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure to detail a timeline for the completion of work on Maydown Bridge, Benburb, including a date for reopening. Minister for Infrastructure: In the interest of public safety, my Department took the decision to close a short section of the Maydown Road in Benburb following … Continue reading AQW 38485/22-27 – Completion of work on Maydown Bridge, Benbur

AQW 35836/22-27 – Overtaking of school buses

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure to detail the timetable for the introduction of legislation that prohibits overtaking of school buses at bus stops. Minister for Infrastructure: A team within my Department is examining options to improve safety for school journeys, including potential legislation. This work is evidence-led to ensure … Continue reading AQW 35836/22-27 – Overtaking of school buses

AQW 31027/22-27 – 20mph speed limit schemes at schools

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure when she plans to commence a further roll-out of the part-time 20mph speed limit schemes at schools across Mid Ulster. Minister for Infrastructure: Road safety is a high priority for my Department and I am committed to working proactively to make our roads safer … Continue reading AQW 31027/22-27 – 20mph speed limit schemes at schools

AQW 30929/22-27 – Advertising campaign for schools on road safety

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for Infrastructure to outline any discussions she has had with the Minister of Education on a new advertising campaign for schools on road safety. Minister for Infrastructure: I recently met with the Minister of Education to discuss the need to raise awareness among pupils and parents … Continue reading AQW 30929/22-27 – Advertising campaign for schools on road safety