Order Paper

1.   Prayers

2.   Members’ Statements

3.   Question Time

3.1     Economy

4.   Opposition Business

Motion: Response to the Cost-of-living Crisis

Proposed:

That this Assembly notes the real and immediate pressures facing workers and businesses as a result of the United States’ illegal war with Iran; further notes that the British Government’s response has been insufficient; acknowledges that, while most taxation and fiscal powers lie with the British Government, the Northern Ireland Executive’s response has been non-existent; and calls on the Northern Ireland Executive, in conjunction with the British Government, to outline the actions it will take to alleviate pressures facing workers and businesses, including measures such as the extension of rural fuel duty relief, support for those working in domiciliary care, reduced fares for public transport and targeted support for industries that have been most affected.

Leader of the Opposition

Motion: Tackling Antisocial Scrambler and e-Scooter Use

Proposed:

That this Assembly expresses serious concern at the growing impact of scramblers and e-scooters in communities across Northern Ireland, which has caused significant distress, antisocial behaviour, serious injury and, in some cases, loss of life; notes that other jurisdictions have introduced measures to tackle inappropriate use; acknowledges that, when used responsibly and in appropriate settings, such vehicles can have recreational and community benefits; welcomes the success of community and school-based pilot initiatives, delivered in partnership with the PSNI, the Department of Justice, schools and community organisations, which have significantly reduced illegal scrambler use; supports legislative changes to strengthen police powers to seize vehicles being used in a dangerous or antisocial manner; and calls on the Minister of Justice to urgently expand successful pilot programmes across Northern Ireland.

Leader of the Opposition

Motion: Drug Dealing Sentencing

Proposed:

That this Assembly expresses serious concern with the growing number of drug-related deaths in Northern Ireland, which have increased by 47 per cent within a decade; recognises that addiction is a complex public health issue requiring early intervention and timely access to treatment; acknowledges the need for coordinated efforts between the Department of Health, the Department of Justice, the Department of Education and the Department for Communities to improve prevention and recovery pathways; notes the devastating impact of the illegal supply of drugs on families and communities; supports the campaign for Jasmin’s Law to secure accountability for those who profit from the sale of drugs; and calls on the Minister of Justice to address sentencing frameworks for those convicted of drug supply offences within the Criminal Justice (Sentencing etc) Bill, prioritising measures that ensure penalties properly reflect the harm caused by so-called death dealers, act as a meaningful deterrent and demonstrate that those who devastate lives and profit from addiction will face consequences proportionate to the gravity of their crimes.

Leader of the Opposition

5.   Adjournment

• Multi-Disciplinary Teams in GP Practices in North Belfast

Ms Carál Ní Chuilín