Publications

The department monitors recently published relevant research reports and, each quarter, produces a summary in the Research Digests for wider dissemination.

Equality screening around the proposed closure of Careers Resource Centre (CRC), Ann Street in Belfast, in order to: enhance efficiency and effectiveness of careers resources; to recognise and utilise the benefits of new technologies to improve client experience; to

This paper provides a short summary of DfE commissioned research conducted by Wavteq to examine the impact of the post EU exit trading relationships on foreign direct investment (FDI) in Northern Ireland.

The department commissioned InterAnalysis Ltd to undertake an assessment of the possible economic impact on the NI economy of the UK’s exit from the EU.

This is the nineteenth edition of the Energy Strategy e-bulletin, which aims to keep stakeholders informed about progress on the new Energy Strategy for Northern Ireland.

The Period Products (Free Provision) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 (the Act) received Royal Assent on 12 May 2022. The Act places a duty on the Executive Office to ensure that period products are available free of charge, on a universal basis, in appropriate locations.

Higher education delivered in the further education colleges plays a significant role in meeting the skills needs of the economy and in widening access to higher education.

This independent report reviews the progress that has been made towards achieving the vision set out in Access to Success.

The 10x Vision outlined a transformative vision for our economy. The Department for the Economy consulted on a 10x Performance Management Framework and this document outlines the policy following consultation including objectives for the department.

This paper explores the nature and characteristics of businesses that reported receipt of subsidies between 2017 and 2020 as captured by the Northern Ireland Annual Business Inquiry.

A summary of National Occupational Standards (NOS) achievements for the year 2021/2022.

Equality screening in regards to the Amendment of the Parental  Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Regulations to include Miscarriage Leave and Pay entitlement 

This memo is intended to provide guidance on the eligibility, recording, period of support, recording and verification of prisoner’s enrolled on projects funded under priority 1 and 2 of the NI ESF programme.

The Department for the Economy is seeking to appoint six members to the Governing Body of Stranmillis University College. The successful candidates will be part of a team responsible for securing the effective and efficient management of the college and ensuring that

This paper explores the nature and characteristics of businesses that reported capital expenditure (CapEx) between 2016 and 2020 as captured by the Northern Ireland Annual Business Inquiry.

This is an amendment to existing legislation, the Student Fees (Amounts) Regulations (NI) 2005. These are amended annually in line with policy intent.

This research programme highlights the key research areas for the 2022-23 year, and beyond, as the department seeks to deliver on its 10X Economy vision.

This Business Plan outlines the department’s strategic priorities for 2022/23. The plan sets out the key activities we will undertake to deliver against our strategic objectives and ultimately help us realise our 10x vision.

Equality screening for 10x Performance Management Framework.

In May 2021 the Department for the Economy (DfE) published its new economic vision, “10x Economy: Northern Ireland’s Decade of Innovation". The ambition set out in the economic vision is that a decade of innovation will encourage greater collaboration and