Children: Northern Ireland
Commons · Question 111057 · Tabled 4 Feb 2026 · Northern Ireland Office · Official record
Answered 11 Feb 2026
Question
Asked by Jim Allister
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what recent steps he has taken to help support (a) safeguarding reform in Northern Ireland and (b) cross-border learning with safeguarding regulators in England, Scotland and Wales under the Four Nations
Answer
Answered by Hilary Benn, 11 Feb 2026
Safeguarding is a devolved matter and the development of safeguarding policy and legislation is the responsibility of the Northern Ireland Executive. This Government remains committed to working with partners across the UK to ensure the safety and protect...