AQO 2562/22-27

Mrs Michelle Guy
Alliance Party
Lagan Valley

Tabled Date: 09/10/2025
Answered On Date: 04/11/2025
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the First Minister and deputy First Minister for an assessment of the implementation of the equality and good relations duties, as set out in Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998, across public authorities.

Answer:

The Executive Office (TEO) remains committed to the effective implementation of equality and good relations duties as set out in Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998.

Each department is individually responsible for meeting these duties, with oversight provided by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland (ECNI).

TEO integrates equality considerations into decision making and policy development through screening exercises and, where necessary, Equality Impact Assessments. This work helps with identifying potential impacts and ensuring that opportunities to promote equality and good relations are actively pursued.

TEO continues to work with other government departments and the Equality Commission to strengthen this work and help to deliver positive outcomes for people and communities.