Consultations on Truth Recovery Inquiry Rules and Redress Scheme Regulations
The Inquiry (Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses) and Redress Scheme (2026) Bill (“the Bill”) was passed by the Northern Ireland Assembly on 30 June 2026, with Royal Assent likely to be in Autumn 2026.
Following this, the Inquiry Rules and Redress Regulations will be brought before the Assembly for consideration prior to their being made into law. This will enable the Inquiry and the Redress Service to be established.
Inquiry Rules 8-week Consultation
The purpose of this consultation is to seek views on the proposed Inquiry Rules which set out the procedures to be followed during the inquiry as allowed for under section 28 of the Bill. The Rules are intended to ensure that the Inquiry operates in a fair, transparent and consistent manner.
The Rules consultation documents can be accessed here: Inquiry Rules
Consultation opening: Wednesday 23 September 2026
Closing date: Tuesday 17 November 2026
Redress Scheme Regulations 8-week Consultation
The purpose of this consultation is to seek views on the proposed policy for the Redress Regulations covering the procedural details of the Redress Scheme.
The Regulations consultation documents can be accessed here: Redress Regulations
Consultation opening: Wednesday 23 September 2026
Closing date: Tuesday 17 November 2026
Online information sessions
The consultation exercise will also be supported by a number of online information sessions: -
- Monday 5 October 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm
- Thursday 8 October 2026, 2.00pm to 3.30pm
- Tuesday 20 October 2026, 6.00pm to 7.30pm
- Thursday 22 October 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am
If you wish to register, please contact us by email: trpconsultation@executiveoffice-ni.gov.uk . Additional sessions can be offered to individuals and groups; please contact us at the email above to arrange.
Support Services
Whilst the focus of the consultation is on proposals for policies and procedures, we are conscious of those who have been directly affected by the issues.
Support for those affected is available through the Victims and Survivors Services (VSS). Information on how to access support is available here or phone 028 9031 1678 (Monday – Friday 9am-5pm)
The Privacy Notice can be viewed here