Housing Executive seeks views on rural housing future
Members of Northern Ireland’s rural community are being asked to give their views on the Housing Executive’s draft rural strategy this Spring.
Feedback on the new strategy, which will cover the period up to 2031, is being sought at a local drop-in event and online with a range of rural stakeholders being asked to have their say before 20th March 2026.
Rural and Regeneration Manager, Pamela Johnston said,
“We are passionate about our strategy being reflective of real issues facing residents across every rural area including villages, townlands and hamlets in Northern Ireland.
“We want to hear from people living in our diverse rural areas which all have their own unique strengths, issues and concerns.
“The draft strategy has been carefully co-designed with our rural partners.
“Whether you are a member of the public, a community group, partner or stakeholder your input to this strategy is important to us.
“You can get involved in this exciting process in several ways.
“The draft document can be found on our website at:
https://www.nihe.gov.uk/consultations
"Fill out the questionnaire or register for our in-person event or one of the on-line public consultation sessions.
“The drop-in event will take place on Tuesday, 3rd March, 2026 from 1-3pm in the Rural Community Network building in Cookstown.
“If you prefer online forums, please join one of the public consultation sessions via Teams.
“These will take place on Friday 13th March, 2026 from 10.30am-12pm and Monday 16th March, 2026 from 2.00pm-3.30pm.
“Technical support is available on the day to enable people to complete our online consultation survey or alternatively you can request a paper copy.”
To register to attend these events or for any other queries please email:
