AQW 21239/22-27 Written question to the First Minister and deputy First Minister

To ask the First Minister and deputy First Minister for an update on the provision of a permanent Crisis Fund, in line with the NI Human Rights Commission's Annual Statement 2024.

Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 23 January 2025

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Tabled
23 January 2025
Answer due by
7 February 2025
Answered
18 February 202526 days after tabling
Department
The Executive Office
Priority question
No

Answer

We recognise the importance of the Crisis Fund as it provides support to some of the most vulnerable within our society at risk of destitution.

Subject to budget, we have agreed to initiate procurement for the Crisis Fund administrator for the 2025/26 financial year.

Official sources