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NIRWN would encourage you to have your say on how rural policy is delivered for the next 15 years.

We know you have plenty of views, experience and ideas.

Policy only has the impact we hope for when it is shaped by those with lived experience.  If you live or work in rural areas your input is needed

 

‘Let’s Talk Rural’: Minister Muir Opens Consultation on ambitious Draft Rural Policy | Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs

 

The public consultation sessions will be hosted across the region, and 2 online events. Registration is preferred for attendance at events.

The venues, dates, times and registration details are listed below.  Click on this link to register https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/rural-ni-our-new-approach-2026-2041-4822741

 

Bangor, Bangor Carnegie Library Friday 17 April
10.30am – 12.30pm
Armagh, Southern Regional College Monday 20 April
10.30am – 12.30pm
Ballyclare, Ballyclare Town Hall Tuesday 21 April
10.30am – 12.30pm
Ballymena, Braid Theatre Wednesday 22 April
10.30am – 12.30pm
Strabane, Strabane Enterprise Centre Monday 27 April
10.30am – 12.30pm
Limavady, Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre Tuesday 28 April
10.30am – 12.30pm
Lisburn, Lagan Valley Island Thursday 07 May
10.30am – 12.30pm
Newry, Altnaveigh House Friday 08 May
10.30am – 12.30pm
Cookstown, Burnavon Arts and Cultural Centre Tuesday 12 May
7.00pm – 8.30pm
Online Monday 18 May
7.00pm – 8.30pm