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  • Summary of Consultation Responses for Rural NI: Our New Approach 2026-2041

    Topics:
    • Rural Affairs, 
    • Rural Policy

    Date published: 18 August 2026

    The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs has published its report on the Rural NI: Our New Approach 2026-2041 public consultation, which was held between 9 March 2026 and 1 June 2026.

    The report summarises feedback received through the online survey, written submissions and consultation events. It identifies the key themes and issues raised by respondents and will help inform the development of the final policy. 

    The consultation is available below:

    Public Consultation on Rural NI: Our New Approach 2026-2041 | Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs

    Please see the summary of responses below:

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    • Rural NI Our New Approach 2026-2041 Summary of Consultation ResponsesAdobe PDF (5.99 MB)

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