Have Your Say

Welcome to the NI Government online consultation tool. This site will help you find and participate in consultations and surveys to have your say in government initiatives.

Activities from Department of Communities (DfC), The Executive Office (TEO), Department for the Economy (DfE), Department of Education (DE), Department of Justice (DoJ), Housing Executive (NIHE), and the Health and Safety Executive (HSENI) can be found below. 

Open Consultations

  • Beartas Gaeilge na Roinne Geilleagair

    Beartas Gaeilge na Roinne Geilleagair Léargas Ginearálta Is cuid ríthábhachtach luachmhar dár n-oidhreacht chultúrtha chomhroinnte í an Ghaeilge. Baineann sí le hachan duine inár sochaí, agus tá ról nach beag aici i múnlú ár bhféiniúlachta, i saibhriú ár bpobal, agus inár nascadh lenár stair. Is ar mhaithe linne féin uilig atá an fhorbairt, an chosaint, agus an cur chun cinn ann don Gaeilge, agus is cóir glacadh leis an...

    Closes 23 July 2026

  • Department for the Economy Draft Irish Language Policy

    The Irish language is a vital and treasured part of our shared cultural heritage. It belongs to everyone in our society and plays a meaningful role in shaping our identity, enriching our communities, and connecting us to our history. Its development, protection, and promotion are in all our interests and should be embraced as a source of pride and unity. This policy sets out a clear and progressive vision for the Irish language—one that seeks to remove barriers, challenge...

    Closes 23 July 2026

  • Ireland EU Presidency Briefing - Participant Feedback Survey

    Thank you for attending the recent Irish Presidency Briefing hosted by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). We are now gathering feedback from Northern Ireland officials to help us assess the usefulness of the session, understand your priorities, and identify opportunities for improving future cross‑government engagement.

    Closes 24 July 2026

  • Northern Ireland Housing Executive - Website Questions

    Following on from the Lived Experienced Session on Tuesday 30 th June, t he FRA Project would like your feedback on the Northern Ireland Housing Executive website. This survey asks about your experience of using the website and whether you can easily find and understand the information you need. There are some questions on digital inclusion and an opportunity to provide any other feedback you have on the housing application and applicant portal you tested at the session on...

    Closes 27 July 2026

  • Legal Aid - Remuneration for Cases Directly Committed to the Crown Court

    Background The Department of Justice (“the Department”) is responsible for legal aid policy including remuneration. Legal aid remuneration plays a vital role in ensuring that there is a fair and equal access to justice in Northern Ireland. Legal aid exists to help people who meet eligibility criteria pay for a solicitor or other legal practitioners including those who are charged with a criminal offence and brought before a court. The court process can be a long and drawn out...

    Closes 28 July 2026

Forthcoming Consultations

  • Employment and Support Allowance Claim Form August 26

    How to claim You can submit a claim to New Style Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) online by following the link below. Entitlement to New Style ESA is dependent on your National Insurance record. For more information on the entitlement conditions, please visit NI Direct . ...

    Opens 1 August 2026

  • European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) Visitor Survey 2026

    Thank you for attending European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) 2026. Your feedback helps us improve future events and helps us continue showcasing Northern Ireland’s heritage. This survey only takes a few minutes to complete. Complete the survey for a chance to win a gift voucher! ...

    Opens 12 September 2026

Closed Consultations

  • Amendments to House Sales Scheme: Consultation Questionnaire

    This questionnaire forms part of a public consultation seeking your views on proposed changes to the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) House Sales Scheme, as well as on the longer-term future of the Scheme. The consultation invites feedback on: Five proposed amendments to the current House Sales Scheme, which have been endorsed by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive Board; The proposed transitional arrangements, including their design and...

    Closed 17 July 2026

  • Conference Minority Languages- CoimisinĂ©ir Gaeilge

    We would be grateful if you could take a few minutes (approximately 5–10) to complete the following questionnaire. Your feedback is important to us and will play an important role in shaping the development of best practice standards.

    Closed 16 July 2026

  • YJA Evaluation of Vaping Substance Referral Scheme

    Evaluation of Vaping programme facilitated by YJA

    Closed 8 July 2026