Following a review by energy consultants of the variables which underpin the tariff structure for medium biomass boilers (20 – 199kW) on the Northern Ireland non-domestic RHI Scheme, the Department proposes to increase tariffs in...
The Department for the Economy is developing a new Energy Strategy to replace the existing Strategic Energy Framework. The publication of this Call for Evidence is part of an on-going public engagement process to inform...
This call for evidence has now closed. The Department is considering the input received and will, when complete, publish a consultation report taking into account the contributions and questions submitted
In accordance with the provisions of the Petroleum (Production) Act (Northern Ireland) 1964, the Department for the Economy (DfE) has received an application from EHA Exploration Limited for a Petroleum Licence. DfE has accepted the...
In accordance with the provisions of the Petroleum (Production) Act (Northern Ireland) 1964, the Department for the Economy (DfE) has received an application from Tamboran Resources (UK) Limited for a Petroleum Licence. DfE has accepted...
This consultation invites views on three draft equality documents, including an Equality Scheme, Audit of Inequalities, and a Disability Action Plan, covering the period 2016 – 2021.
On 3 December 2018, the Department for the Economy (DfE) opened a consultation to assess the availability of broadband services across Northern Ireland. This consultation was intended to help in the development of Project Stratum...
The Department for the Economy (DfE) has published a public notice regarding plans to make and lay legislation entitled the Gas (Designation of Pipelines) Order (Northern Ireland) 2018.
This consultation sets out the Department's proposals for the future of the Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) in Northern Ireland and invites views on these proposals.
In exercise of its powers under section 11 of the Mineral Development Act (NI) 1969, the Department for the Economy proposes to grant a prospecting licence in County Tyrone.
In exercise of its powers under section 11 of the Mineral Development Act (NI) 1969, the Department for the Economy proposes to grant a prospecting licence in Counties Fermanagh and Tyrone.
In exercise of its powers under section 11 of the Mineral Development Act (NI) 1969, the Department for the Economy proposes to grant a prospecting licence in Counties Tyrone and Londonderry.
In exercise of its powers under Section 11 of the Mineral Development Act (NI) 1969, the Department for the Economy proposes to grant a prospecting licence in County Armagh. PLEASE NOTE: Closing date for C3...
The Department for the Economy (DfE) has received an application and an Environmental Statement from Fair Head Tidal Energy Park in relation to a proposal to construct and operate a 100 MW tidal energy array...
In this consultation, the Department for the Economy (“the Department”) is seeking views on its revised guidance document, “Applications by Gas Licence Holders for the Grant of Necessary Wayleaves – Guidance for Applicants and Landowners...
This consultation document sets out our proposals to refocus our economic priorities up to 2030 and invites views on those proposals.
This consultation looks at a number of policy proposals in regard to different payment frequencies for the student maintenance package.
The Apprenticeship Levy was introduced by the UK Government in April 2017 and the Department consulted with stakeholders to take their views on the potential implications of the levy's introduction in Northern Ireland.
The Northern Ireland Superfast Rollout Project, managed by the Department for the Economy (DfE), is aiming to extend the availability of Superfast Broadband across Northern Ireland.
Please see documents below regarding the SIP 15 consultation.