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AQW 44965/22-27 Written question to the Minister for the Economy

To ask the Minister for the Economy to detail any engagement she has had with (i) Ulster University; (ii) the relevant staff unions; and (iii) student unions, since 15 April 2026.

Asked by Kate Nicholl MLA on 28 April 2026

  • Answered
  • Written
Tabled
28 April 2026
Answer due by
14 May 2026
Answered
5 May 20267 days after tabling
Department
Department for the Economy
Priority question
No

Answer

Ulster University is an autonomous institution and, as such, decisions relating to staffing are a matter for the University. I recognise that this will be a worrying time for staff and I am working to secure a funding settlement that can deliver a sustainable Higher Education sector.

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