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The Inquiry (Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses) and Redress Scheme Act received Royal Assent on Wednesday 7 October while the Northern Ireland Assembly's Committee for the Executive Office paid tribute to those affected
Members of the Committee for the Executive Office condemned ongoing intimidation and abuse directed at female elected representatives during a session held on Wednesday 7 October.
The Northern Ireland Executive has confirmed the Credit Unions (Amendment) Bill will be introduced to the Assembly, with Minister Archibald expressing welcome of the move.
The expert advisory group, which advises the Department on listing and preservation matters, will see its membership expanded with volunteers serving from September 2026.
First Minister Michelle O'Neill has acknowledged receipt of correspondence from the PSNI regarding unrest following the Parades Commission decision.
The Inquiry and Redress Scheme Act received Royal Assent on Wednesday, with the Assembly's Committee for the Executive Office paying tribute to victims and survivors
New measures aim to boost service capacity and cut waiting times following a regional review of neurological care.
Scrutiny members toured the facility following its official opening, marking the first formal launch of one of Queen's University Belfast's three Belfast City Region Deal innovation centres.
