Adult Protection Bill 2025

Synopsis: This research paper provides an analysis of the Adult Protection Bill (Northern Ireland) 2025, currently at Committee Stage in the Northern Ireland Assembly. The paper examines the Bill’s background, scope and key provisions, including statutory duties, protective powers and the establishment of an Independent Adult Protection Board. The paper also explores stakeholder views, implementation challenges and the Bill’s interaction with existing legislation and policy frameworks to support scrutiny by members of the Northern Ireland Assembly Committee for Health.

Date: 18 November 2025