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  • Open consultation Consultation on the Framework for Race Relations

    Consultation closes 3 June 2026, 11.59 pm

    Summary

    As we continue engagement and agile development, we now wish to consult on the draft Framework for Race Relations. We want to hear from individuals and organisations across the whole of society and invite you to tell us your views. We welcome feedback on identifying preventative and effective interventions to tackle inequalities and create a more prosperous society for all.

    Documents

    • Framework for Race Relations Adobe PDF (803 KB)
    • Framework for Race Relations - Delivery Plan Adobe PDF (566 KB)
    • Consultation Paper – Framework for Race Relations Adobe PDF (800 KB)
    • Easy Read Consultation Paper – Framework for Race Relations Adobe PDF (592 KB)
    • Rural Needs Impact Assessment Adobe PDF (382 KB)
    • Child’s Rights Impact Assessment Adobe PDF (204 KB)
    • Draft Equality Impact Assessment Adobe PDF (381 KB)
    • Privacy Notice Adobe PDF (201 KB)

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    Consultation description

    Please visit our Consultation Survey Page to share your views on the Framework for Race Relations.Alternatively, click here for the Easy Read Consultation Survey. 

    Following the summation of The Racial Equality Strategy 2015-2025, it was felt important that post-2025, there was a clear mechanism and overarching framework for achieving racial equality in our society that would go beyond the standard approaches tried before.

    Focusing on and exploring the principles of the public health approach utilised by various Executive strategies, we have developed a Framework for Race Relations which aims to tackle complex issues that sustain racial disparities. This new Framework builds upon the foundation laid by the 2015–2025 Strategy and introduces key outcomes that will guide future efforts. 

    To support the achievement of outcomes, targeted interventions have been identified with priorities for the first two years of implementation set out in an accompanying Delivery Plan. 

    Engagement with both the minority ethnic sector and wider society ensures that this Framework is underpinned by a mutual commitment to partnership working.

    The proposals for the Framework are subject to the views of the Executive who will be responsible for final approval.

    Copies in other languages and formats (including Braille, large print etc.), can be made available on request. If you require the document in an alternative format, or language other than English, please contact us at Race.Consultation@executiveoffice-ni.gov.uk.

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