Committee for Infrastructure facts for kids
The Committee for Infrastructure is a special group of people from the Northern Ireland Assembly. Think of the Assembly as Northern Ireland's parliament, where laws are made. This committee has an important job: it helps and checks the work of the Department for Infrastructure. This Department is in charge of things like roads, public transport, water, and even planning new buildings. The committee also plays a big part in creating and discussing new laws related to these areas.
Until 2016, this committee had a different name. It was called the Committee for Regional Development.
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What Does the Committee for Infrastructure Do?
The Committee for Infrastructure works to make sure that Northern Ireland's everyday services run smoothly. They look at how the Department for Infrastructure spends money and how well it does its job. This includes checking on projects like building new roads, improving public transport, and making sure everyone has clean water.
Helping with Laws
A key part of the committee's job is to help create new laws. When the Department for Infrastructure wants to introduce a new rule or change an old one, the committee discusses it. They listen to what people think and suggest changes to make sure the laws are fair and helpful for everyone in Northern Ireland. For example, they might discuss laws about how to make public transport better or how to manage water supplies.
Who is on the Committee?
The Committee for Infrastructure is made up of different politicians from various parties in Northern Ireland. These members work together to oversee the Department for Infrastructure.
| Political Party | Member | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance | Andrew Muir | Member | |
| DUP | Michelle McIlveen | Chairperson | |
| DUP | David Hilditch | Deputy Chairperson | |
| DUP | Keith Buchanan | Member | |
| Sinn Féin | Cathal Boylan | Member | |
| Sinn Féin | Liz Kimmins | Member | |
| Sinn Féin | Martina Anderson | Member | |
| SDLP | Dolores Kelly | Member | |
| UUP | Roy Beggs Jr | Member | |
Important Roles in the Committee
Every committee has leaders to help guide their work. The Chairperson leads the meetings and makes sure discussions stay on track. They are like the team captain. The Deputy Chairperson helps the Chairperson and steps in if the Chairperson is not available. These roles are important for the committee to work effectively and make good decisions.
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