Programme for Government (PfG)

The NI Executive has developed a draft Programme for Government (PfG) developed around nine key outcomes. These outcomes combine to present a picture of an inclusive society in which people of all ages and backgrounds are respected and cared for and in which we all prosper. A society which has no barriers to prevent people from living fulfilling lives and where outcomes apply equally to everyone, and no one is excluded.

The draft PfG has two principle aims –

Delivering for citizens

It is anticipated that the new PfG will bring a new focus to deliver lasting, real and positive change in people’s lives.

It will build on the outcomes-based approach and reflect the messages contained in New Decade New Approach.

Working together

The key not only to the development of the new outcomes-based PfG, but also its implementation and delivery, is government’s collaboration and teamwork with key stakeholders and partners.

Government does not work in isolation towards solving the wide ranging and long-term issues that relate to education, health, the environment, infrastructure, the economy and beyond.

The outcomes-based approach means departments think and work outside of their boundaries. They create, or co-design and co- produce, strategies and plans that cut across departments and sectors to tackle societal problems and improve wellbeing for all.

NIFRS is committed to the NI Executive’s shared and strategic vision for the future which aims to improve wellbeing for all as outlined in the draft PfG. This commitment is reflected in the revised Purpose Statement which focuses on delivering for citizens by working together.