Results

We are committed to ensuring all responses are carefully and open-mindedly analysed and the results made widely available, with an account of the views expressed and the reasons for decisions finally taken. Here you will find our most recently published consultation and survey results. 

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Consultations with Published Results

  • Provision of Free Period Products : Public Consultation

    Period inequality contributes to the poor mental health and wellbeing experience of those who are unable to access the basic health essentials of period products. This is a growing issue particularly in light of the increased cost of living. Period products are essential items for personal care to address a normal biological need and should therefore be available to everyone who needs them, regardless of their economic status. To address this gap the Period...

    Closed 18 September 2023

  • Consultation on the Functions Delivered by the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland

    The Minister of Education announced, to the Northern Ireland Assembly on 13 December 2021, her decision to seek the dissolution of the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI), the organisation currently established by statute to be the professional body for teachers. In her announcement, the Minister also stated that the Department would consult on the functions currently assigned to the GTCNI and how these can be This consultation will open on Monday 13 June and...

    Closed 30 September 2022

  • Consultation on Court Approval of Minor Settlements

    The Department of Justice is seeking views on whether, and if so how, Government ought to legislate to require court approval of compensation settlements to children for personal injuries, in cases in which legal proceedings have not issued.

    Closed 24 September 2021

Closed Consultations and Surveys

  • Changing School Numbers Online Survey

    Thank you for taking the time to participate in our Changing School Numbers survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us understand the needs and preferences of those directly involved with schools. The proposed Changing School Numbers Policy will allow the Department to change a...

    Closed 23 June 2025

  • Overtime Interest

    An opportunity for non Service Centre staff to express interest in working overtime where they have relevant skills and experience.

    Closed 20 June 2025

  • Remote Evidence Centre: Survey of Stakeholders

    This survey of stakeholder views of the Remote Evidence Centres (RECs) is being undertaken by the Analytical Services Group (ASG) within the Department of Justice on behalf of the Gillen Review Implementation Team. The feedback received from yourselves as stakeholder organisations...

    Closed 20 June 2025