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    This section covers the work of the Northern Ireland Executive, which includes the Programme for Government, Budget and Economic Strategy and the Executive Action Plan on Tackling Paramilitary Activity, Criminality and Organised Crime.

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    The Budget provides the Executive with an opportunity to improve the lives of people in Northern Ireland by allocating resources to high priority areas.

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    The Programme for Government (PfG) sets the strategic context for both the Budget and the Investment Strategy for Northern Ireland.

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    • FOI DOF/2026-0449 Competition IRC326902 - number of applicants; number shortlisted and originating department

      Department of Finance Published 5 October 2026
    • FSNI Leadership Board Minutes 2026-27

      Department of Justice Published 5 October 2026
    • Participation on DfE Training and Education Provision by Disability, 2024/25 Infographic

      Department for the Economy Published 5 October 2026
    • FOI DOF/2026-0457 Pensions for Ministers & Special Advisors

      Department of Finance Published 5 October 2026
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      Department for Health Published 5 October 2026
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    Latest consultations

    • The Parking Places (Disabled Persons' Vehicles) (Amendment No. 6) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 29 October 2026
    • The Occupational Pensions Schemes (Schemes that were Contracted-out) (No 2) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

      Department for Communities Closes 29 October 2026
    • Guaranteed Minimum Pensions Fixed Rate Revaluation

      Department for Communities Closes 29 October 2026
    • Speed Limits

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 06 November 2026
    • Review of Permitted Development Rights for Mobile Telecommunications

      Department for Infrastructure Closes 23 December 2026
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