AQW 52286/22-27 Written question to the First Minister and deputy First Minister

To ask the First Minister and deputy First Minister to detail the date on which they will publish regulations arising from the Inquiry (Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses) and Redress Scheme Bill.

Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 17 September 2026

  • Answered
  • Written
Tabled
17 September 2026
Answer due by
2 October 2026
Answered
29 September 202612 days after tabling
Department
The Executive Office
Priority question
No

Answer

An 8-week public consultation on the Inquiry Rules and Redress Regulations opened on 23 September 2026 and will run until 17 November 2026.

Once the consultation responses have been analysed, the legislation will be taken forward through the required Committee and Assembly processes for consideration and approval.

Official sources