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Senior Leadership Forum Topics Questionnaire
Your contribution would be greatly appreciated in shaping the plenary sessions during the Senior Leadership Forum. Please can you identify your top 4 specific challenges and barriers to the delivery of our services (outside of budget and recruitment) by completing the short survey below. MoreClosed 30 April 2023 -
DfE 2022 TEST DRILLING PROCESS REVIEW QUESTIONNAIRE
Respondents are asked to fill in the following questionnaire in order to develop an understanding of how Business Cases (BCs) and post project evaluations (PPEs) are carried out within each Division/Partner Organisation. Responses should be completed by Grade 7 or above. To manage responses those completing this questionnaire should include their name and branch. It is important to note that this is in relation to BCs and PPEs that fall within each Division/Partner Organisation... MoreClosed 25 April 2023 -
Sport NI Declaration of Interests 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2024
Sport NI Declaration of Interest Policy was approved by the Board on 11 th March 2020. The revised policy has been updated to simplify the annual declarations made by staff and board members. This online form is to be completed by all staff and Board Members by 21st April 2023. MoreClosed 21 April 2023 -
Inform You Session - Registration Form - Consumer Council
The session will be lead by Dervla Kearney, Director of Consumer Empowerment, Consumer Council To register your interest in attending please complete this short registration form. Following registration we will issue an email containing the WebEx link to the session. In the event that the session is oversubscribed we will update you. Please note that the closing date for registration is Friday 21st April 2023 . Thank you MoreClosed 21 April 2023 -
Consultation on forms of evidence of domestic abuse that should trigger an automatic prohibition on cross-examination in person in family proceedings
The Department of Justice is consulting on forms of evidence of domestic abuse that should trigger an automatic prohibition of cross-examination in person in family courts. The Domestic Abuse and Civil Proceedings Act (Northern Ireland) 2021 makes provision, still to be commenced, to protect a victim of domestic abuse from being cross-examined by the perpetrator in person in family proceedings and vice versa. An automatic prohibition on cross-examination in person will apply in specific... MoreClosed 21 April 2023 -
Public Prosecution Service / Service Prosecuting Authority: Consultation on the Protocol Regarding the Exercise of Criminal Jurisdiction in Northern Ireland
This is a public consultation to seek your views on a new Protocol between the Public Prosecution Service for Northern Ireland (PPS) and the Service Prosecuting Authority (SPA) regarding the exercise of criminal jurisdiction in Northern Ireland. The primary purpose of the Protocol is to provide guidance for prosecutors regarding the exercise of jurisdiction in respect of the conduct of a person subject to Service law which occurs when that person is in Northern... MoreClosed 20 April 2023 -
The Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: Experiences and Attitudes of 16-year-olds in Northern Ireland report - Readership Survey
The Executive Office have published the Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: Experiences and Attitudes of 16-year-olds in Northern Ireland report. We are interested in understanding more about the quality of the publication and how it is used. This is important, as it will help us to provide a high quality service which meets users' needs, Your views are extremely important to us and we thank you in advance for taking part in this feedback survey. MoreClosed 14 April 2023 -
Voluntary and Community Sector Infrastructure and Support
The Department for Communities is the lead government department for supporting the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector (VCSE). We are also the lead funder of strategic capacity building in the Sector in Northern Ireland. We fund a range of organisations to provide practical support to staff, volunteers, boards and committees. We call this type of support ‘infrastructure support’ as we consider that collectively it helps to sustain the infrastructure of... MoreClosed 14 April 2023 -
In-Work Support Co-Design Workshop - Expression of Interest
The Department for Communities is currently developing a new provision, called In-Work Support or IWS, to support disabled people in Northern Ireland to retain and progress in employment. This single provision will replace two current programmes, Access to Work (NI) and Workable NI. A key component of In-Work Support is the Co-Design approach. We are planning to hold Co-Design Workshops during the next few months, one of which is aimed at employers. The purpose of this... MoreClosed 14 April 2023 -
Review of Official Statistics produced by the Office of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland
The Information and Communications Unit in the Office of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland (the Office) produces five Official Statistics publications annually, together with quarterly Official Statistics bulletins. We would like to better understand how the statistics are being used and whether there are any improvements we can implement to better meet user need. We would appreciate if you would complete this short survey to assist us in making these publications... MoreClosed 7 April 2023 -
Circular Economy Knowledge - 1 Minute Survey
The Circular Economy Branch is doing some research to gauge what DfE staff's understanding of the circular economy is. The team would greatly appreciate it if you would take 1 minute to respond to this survey. This will provide us with a much needed baseline of your understanding that can be compared to at a later stage. MoreClosed 6 April 2023 -
CSTT
New Entrant staff feedback MoreClosed 31 March 2023 -
Inform You Session - Registration Form - A Covid Counterfactual: What if Government had not provided support?
A Covid Counterfactual: What if Government had not provided support? Gareth Hetherington MBE, Director of UUEPC; and Dr. Eoin Magennis, Senior Economist at UUEPC At the session UUEPC Director Gareth Hetherington MBE and Senior Economist Dr Eoin Magennis will present the findings of UUEPC’s recent Covid Counterfactual Research which considers a range of potential impacts that the Covid-19 pandemic To register your interest in... MoreClosed 28 March 2023 -
Inform You Session - Registration Form - Web Accessibility: Everyone's important!
Web Accessibility: Everyone's important! The session will be lead by Michael Loughridge To register your interest in attending please complete this short registration form. Following registration we will issue an email containing the WebEx link to the session. In the event that the session is oversubscribed we will update you. Please note that the closing date for registration is Tuesday 28th March 2023 . Thank you MoreClosed 28 March 2023 -
Universal Credit Operations Wellbeing Survey
The Universal Credit Take the Time Wellbeing survey is to help us support you. You can help us by taking time out to complete this survey, to help us consider what we can do to maintain and improve your wellbeing. Your participation is greatly appreciated. MoreClosed 16 March 2023 -
Inform You Session - Registration Form - Understanding Fraud and Raising Concerns
Did you know that DfE has its own dedicated Fraud and Raising Concerns team? This session will give an overview of what our team does, how we can help, and when you need to contact us. To register your interest in attending please complete this short registration form. Following registration we will issue an email containing the WebEx link to the session. In the event that the session is oversubscribed we will update you. Please note that the closing... MoreClosed 16 March 2023 -
AccessNI Online Training Participant Survey [01-02 March 2023]
We would welcome your views on your experience of the AccessNI webinar you attended this week. There are only 13 questions and the survey should take no longer than 2 minutes to complete. Thank you. MoreClosed 10 March 2023 -
Principles for Vocational Qualifications in Northern Ireland
Purpose of this consultation: Vocational qualifications are the foundations upon which our vocational education and skills system is built. They are delivered in FE colleges, schools (including Irish Medium schools), private training organisations, the community and voluntary sector and businesses to a wide range of different learners and fulfil a range of different purposes. Vocational qualifications are also delivered within a range of departmental programmes such as ApprenticeshipsNI,... MoreClosed 9 March 2023 -
Period Products (Free Provision) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 – Departmental Regulations Consultation
The Department for Communities (DfC) is consulting with all Arm’s Length Bodies (ALB's) and corporate soles, in respect to its duty under Section 2 of the 'Period Products (Free Provision) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022' which requires that all Departments must specify by regulations ‘Public Service Bodies’ within its functions. All Public Service Bodies must establish and maintain arrangements to ensure that period products are obtainable, free of charge within their premises. MoreClosed 9 March 2023 -
Level 4 and 5 Provision and Higher Education in Further Education
This document is seeking views on level 4 and 5 provision and Higher Education in Further Education (HE in FE) – these are higher education courses and qualifications undertaken by learners aged 18+. This provision is primarily vocational in nature, is offered in a range of subject areas and is delivered mostly by further education colleges in partnership with universities and awarding bodies. Qualifications at this level can lead directly into employment or on to further study, including... MoreClosed 9 March 2023 -
Inform You Session - Registration Form - 10x – Where are we, next steps and what does it mean for me?
Amongst other things, this session will provide an assessment of how aligned our policies and programmes are to the 10X Vision and update you on what’s next for delivery of 10X. The session will be lead by Giulia ní Dhulchaointigh and Victor Dukelow To register your interest in attending please complete this short registration form. Following registration we will issue an email containing the WebEx link to the session. In the event that the session is oversubscribed we... MoreClosed 7 March 2023 -
Understanding addiction alcohol and drugs WPS feedback survey
On 14 th February Evelyn Heaslip from Work Psychology Service delivered a bite sized training session to Work Coaches in Holywood Road entitled “Understanding Addiction: Alcohol and other Drugs”. We would be grateful if you could complete a short survey about the presentation. Your feedback will help to inform future sessions. It will take approximately 2 – 3 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymised. The survey will... MoreClosed 3 March 2023 -
Inform You Session - Registration Form - 10X Sustainability
The session will be lead by Ryan White and Dale Shirlow and will provide an update on 10X Sustainability and introducing t he Climate Change Act (NI) 2022, the Circular Economy Strategy and the Energy Strategy which are the key departmental contributors to 10X Sustainability and fulfilling our 10X Economic Vision. The session will also introduce the Climate Change team and the Circular Economy team, and provides an overview of the statutory and strategic context of the... MoreClosed 28 February 2023 -
PPS Policy for Prosecuting Cases of Domestic Abuse
This is a public consultation by the Public Prosecution Service for Northern Ireland (PPS) to seek your views on our updated policy for prosecuting cases of domestic abuse. The policy document can be accessed here: PPS Policy for Prosecuting Cases of Domestic Abuse (November 2022) The purpose of the policy statement is to explain the approach of the PPS in taking prosecutorial decisions in respect of offences arising from domestic abuse. It is... MoreClosed 24 February 2023 -
Líofa Gaeltacht Bursary Scheme 2023
Líofa aims to encourage as many people as possible to make a personal pledge to improve their Irish, and in doing so, to join a community of likeminded people focused on learning and using the language. Líofa’s Gaeltacht Bursary Scheme provides practical support to Líofa participants. It offers the opportunity for eligible applicants, irrespective of tradition and background, to be able to attend an Irish-language summer college, and experience the Irish language in all... MoreClosed 24 February 2023 -
Learning and Skills Snapshot exercise
The ODT programme's Leadership and Skills Project aims to support DfE’s people to develop the skills they need to thrive in their careers and deliver the 10X Economic Vision. Our senior leaders have identified skill areas that are of particular strategic importance at present. A number of these are core skills that everyone would generally expect to have, proportionate to their role and grade. We... MoreClosed 24 February 2023 -
State Care Monuments - Carbon footprint audit
As part of the Department for Communities' commitment to net zero by 2050, the Historic Environment Division Climate Change Working Group is hoping to commission an audit of the carbon footprint associated with State Care properties. This will involve all aspects of their care, for example energy consumption, travel to and from properties and maintenance of sites. Once we can see the whole picture, we can then consider how we might improve our carbon footprint for each site individually or... MoreClosed 20 February 2023 -
Have your say in the Digital Operating Model survey: Branches
This survey has been created to help capture your views on your: experience with the IT Services Team understanding of the DfC Digital Strategy understanding of the DfC Digital Services Landscape Your input will help us to enhance our service and support to you and the citizens of Northern Ireland. This survey will only take a couple of minutes to complete and will be available until COP Friday 17/02/2023. Your contribution would be... MoreClosed 17 February 2023 -
Have your say in the Digital Operating Model survey: Directorates
This survey has been created to help capture your views on your: experience with the IT Services Team understanding of the DfC Digital Strategy Your input will help us to enhance our service and support to you and the citizens of Northern Ireland. This survey will only take a couple of minutes to complete and will be available until COP Friday 17/02/2023. Your contribution would be appreciated. The survey is anonymous, however, there is an option to provide your... MoreClosed 17 February 2023 -
Homelessness Framework Evaluation-post
Overview In November 2022 pilot offices initiated rollout of the Homelessness framework, we are now seeking feedback on the delivery of this framework in your office. The aim of the evaluation is to determine whether the implementation of the “framework for our citizens experiencing homelessness”, has increased engagement in the test and learn Jobs and Benefits Offices (JBOs) with those experiencing homelessness. All responses collected kept... MoreClosed 17 February 2023
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