What is the name of the building where the Northern Irish Assembly meets?

The Assembly is made up of MLAs elected by the people of Northern Ireland to represent their views. The Assembly meets in the Assembly Chamber of Parliament Buildings in the grounds of the Stormont Estate in Belfast.

How much did it cost to build Stormont?

The grounds of Stormont Estate (224 acres at the time of purchase) cost approximately £20,000. The cost of constructing Parliament Buildings, which was completed in 1932, came close to £1.7 million.

How do I contact NI Assembly?

NI Direct (All Government Departments) – 0300 200 7898. Executive Information Service (Government Press) – 028 9052 8400. Northern Ireland Office – 028 9052 0700.

What was the Stormont building built for?

The initial intention was to demolish the house, but it was saved by pressure of local opinion. It was used from 1922 until 1940 as the official residence of the first Prime Minister, Sir James Craig, and subsequently as offices for the Prime Minister and the Cabinet Office.

What does MLA mean in Northern Ireland?

The public elect 90 Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs). There are five MLAs elected to each of the 18 constituencies across Northern Ireland. The Assembly is chaired by a Speaker and three deputy Speakers. At least 10 members (including the Speaker) must be present in order for a vote to be taken on any matter.

Whose statue is in front of Stormont?

Carson retired in October 1929. In July 1932, he had witnessed the unveiling of a large statue (sculpted by L. S. Merrifield) of himself in front of Parliament Buildings at Stormont. The statue was unveiled by Lord Craigavon in the presence of more than 40,000 people.

Can you go inside Stormont?

Stormont Estate in Belfast is open to the public and entry is free. It has beautiful gardens, a variety of walks, fitness and adventure trails, a children’s playground, picnic and barbecue areas, historic buildings and hosts many events throughout the year.

Can you drive up to Stormont?

Public car parking on the estate is open. At times car parks and other facilities may be closed temporarily to support social distancing if they become too busy or crowded. Make sure you follow Public Health Agency guidelines and maintain social distancing at all times.

What powers does the Northern Ireland Assembly have?

The Northern Ireland Assembly is the devolved legislature for Northern Ireland. It has the power to make laws in a wide range of areas, including housing, employment, education, health, agriculture and the environment. It meets at Parliament Buildings, Belfast.

Who is in charge in Northern Ireland?

First Ministers and deputy First Ministers

First Minister of Northern Ireland	deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland
Name (Birth–Death) Constituency	Term of office	Term of office
Arlene Foster (b. 1970) Fermanagh and South Tyrone	11 January 2020	14 June 2021
Paul Givan (b. 1981) Lagan Valley	17 June 2021	Incumbent

Where are the Parliament Buildings in Northern Ireland?

Parliament Buildings (Northern Ireland) Parliament Buildings, often referred to as Stormont because of its location in the Stormont Estate area of Belfast, is the seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly, the devolved legislature for the region. The Executive or government is located at Stormont Castle.

Is the Northern Ireland Assembly open to the public?

The Northern Ireland Assembly sits in Parliament Buildings and is open to all members of the public. You can attend debates and watch committee hearings or tour Parliament Buildings.

Where is the seat of government in Northern Ireland?

Parliament Buildings, often referred to as Stormont because of its location in the Stormont Estate area of Belfast, is the seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly, the devolved legislature for the region. The Executive or government is located at Stormont Castle.

What kind of powers does the Northern Ireland Assembly have?

The Assembly has authority to legislate in a field of competences known as “transferred matters”. These matters are not explicitly given in the Northern Ireland Act 1998. Rather they include any competence not explicitly retained by the Parliament at Westminster.