Debate resumed on motion: That this Assembly approves the Programme for Government 2024-27, as agreed by the Executive. — [Mrs O'Neill (The First Minister).]

Stewart Dickson I beg to move That this Assembly categorically opposes proposals from the UK and Irish Governments to appoint an independent expert to scope out a new process of engagement to bring about...

Edwin Poots Order. I have received notice from the Minister of Finance that he wishes to make a statement. Before I call the Minister, I advise Members that they have had half an hour to look at the...

Debate resumed on motion: That this Assembly expresses concern at the unaffordable rents, lack of long-term security and inadequate protections for tenants in Northern Ireland’s private...

John O'Dowd I beg to move That the Second Stage of the Budget Bill [NIA Bill 11/22-27] be agreed.

Carál Ní Chuilín Members, I am aware that there is a small issue with the sound, so please bear with us until we get that rectified. The Speaker has received notice from the Minister for Infrastructure that she...

Debate resumed on motion: That this Assembly approves that a sum, not exceeding £26,536,605,000, be granted out of the Consolidated Fund, for or towards defraying the charges for the...

Sinéad McLaughlin I beg to move That this Assembly recognises the significant economic opportunities available in the north-west in areas such as health and life sciences, renewable energy, regulated manufacturing...

Edwin Poots I call the Minister.

Cara Hunter I beg to move That this Assembly recognises the growing crisis of substance misuse and addiction in the north-west; notes that the north-west experiences some of the highest rates of drug and...

Carál Ní Chuilín The Speaker has received notice from the Minister of Education that he wishes to make a statement. Before I call the Minister, I remind Members that they must be concise in asking their question....

Steve Aiken I have received notice from the Minister for Communities that he wishes to make a statement. Before I call the Minister, I remind Members that they must be concise in asking their questions. This...

Gerry Carroll I beg to move That this Assembly recognises the invaluable contribution of unpaid carers to society, including parents caring for children with additional needs; notes with regret that carers...

Debate resumed on motion: That this Assembly acknowledges concerns about inheritance tax changes impacting on family farms; recognises the financial pressures on farming families due to...

Claire Sugden I beg to move That this Assembly recognises our ageing population and the challenges and opportunities that this presents for public services; acknowledges the vital contributions of older people...

Diana Armstrong I beg to move That this Assembly recognises the vital contribution of the hospitality sector to our local economy; notes that the December 2024 UK Budget impact response from Hospitality Ulster...

Steve Aiken The Speaker has received notice from the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs that he wishes to make a statement. Before I call the Minister, I remind Members that they must be...

Mark Durkan I beg to move That this Assembly expresses regret that over 349,000 people are living in poverty; recognises that social welfare payments play an important role in helping people cope with...

Diane Dodds I beg to move That this Assembly commends the vital role that health visitors play in supporting the health and development of children under the age of five; expresses alarm that 15% of children...

Doug Beattie I beg to move That this Assembly acknowledges the powerful and harrowing testimonies of victims' families and those affected by the Omagh bomb as part of the ongoing public inquiry and supports...