Research Matters

A blog from the Northern Ireland Assembly Research and Information Service

Research Matters

Research Matters

Aoife Keating Fitzpatrick

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European Commission Work Programme 2025: Enhanced engagement with Northern Ireland stakeholders

by Aoife Keating Fitzpatrick, Glenda Doherty
6th February 202510th February 2025

On 11 February 2025, the European Commission (the Commission) will present its Work Programme (CWP) for the year ahead during the European Parliament’s plenary session.… Read More »European Commission Work Programme 2025: Enhanced engagement with Northern Ireland stakeholders

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Navigating the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill: balancing regulatory alignment, devolution, and global trade ambitions

by Aoife Keating Fitzpatrick
9th December 2024

Understanding the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill: key issues and implications On 4 September 2024, the UK Government introduced the Product Regulation and Metrology (PRM)… Read More »Navigating the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill: balancing regulatory alignment, devolution, and global trade ambitions