AQW 25427/22-27 – Suicide rates

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Health to detail (i) any actions he is taking to address the rising suicide rates in Northern Ireland; and (ii) how his Department is working to improve mental health services and support for individuals at risk. Minister of Health: I am acutely aware of the … Continue reading AQW 25427/22-27 – Suicide rates

AQW 25426/22-27 – Climate Change farming

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (i) for an update on any measures his Department is taking to support farmers in adapting to the challenges posed by climate change; and (ii) how his Department will ensure these measures align with (i) environmental sustainability; and (ii) economic … Continue reading AQW 25426/22-27 – Climate Change farming

AQW 25424/22-27 – Mental health support services for school pupils

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Education to detail (i) the steps his Department is taking to ensure that schools have adequate mental health support services in place for both primary and post-primary pupils; and (ii) any plans to increase access to these services in the 2025-26 academic year. Minister of … Continue reading AQW 25424/22-27 – Mental health support services for school pupils

AQW 19816/22-27 – Support for farmers affected by accumulative heavy rainfall

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail any action he is taking to support farmers who are affected by accumulative heavy rainfall, which is reportedly damaging crops and impacting the lambing season. Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs: Technical advice and support to farmers … Continue reading AQW 19816/22-27 – Support for farmers affected by accumulative heavy rainfall

AQW 10089/22-27 – Support for farmers adversely affected by persistent heavy rainfall

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs what support he will be making available to farmers who have been adversely affected by the recent persistent heavy rainfall due to its impact on crops and livestock. [Priority Written] Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs: I am acutely … Continue reading AQW 10089/22-27 – Support for farmers adversely affected by persistent heavy rainfall

McGlone calls for farmers’ support after heavy rainfall

SDLP Opposition AERA Spokesperson Patsy McGlone has called for support for farmers after the recent spell of heavy rainfall. Mr McGlone has submitted a Priority Assembly Question to ask DAERA Minister Andrew Muir if he intends to bring any support forward. Mid Ulster MLA Mr McGlone said, “The recent inclement weather and heavy rainfall has … Continue reading McGlone calls for farmers’ support after heavy rainfall

AQW 2202/22-27 – Support for Adults diagnosed with Autism

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Health what support is currently available to adults diagnosed with autism in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust; and when does he plan to review the support provided in each Health and Social Care Trust. Minister of Health: (i) Currently within the Northern Health … Continue reading AQW 2202/22-27 – Support for Adults diagnosed with Autism

AQW 626/22-27 – Cost of Living support package

Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Finance how the Cost of Living support package announced by the Chancellor on 26 May 2022 will be distributed. Minister of Finance: The package of measures announced by the Chancellor on 26th May included the following financial support: - £650 for those on low income … Continue reading AQW 626/22-27 – Cost of Living support package