Labour Relations Agency

10/06/2026

We have closed our Head Office in Belfast this afternoon following guidance around current unrest and road closures. However, staff are continuing to work remotely. We will provide updates regarding any further closures this week.

03/06/2026

Have you heard about the new consultation on a Good Jobs Charter for Northern Ireland being run until 31 July 2026 by the Department for the Economy NI?

You can find information and a link to the survey at

22/05/2026

Our offices in Belfast and Derry/L'Derry are closed for the bank holiday on Monday 25 May. Both will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 26 May. In the meantime we have lots of useful information, guidance and resources on our website www.lra.org.uk.

05/05/2026

It is again our pleasure to deliver the Certificate in Effective Line Management. Our spring programme is well underway with excellent discussions, participation and networking. We will be delivering it again in autumn 2026, so keep an eye on our website.

05/05/2026

Congratulations to our two Belfast City Marathon Relay teams who did us all proud on Sunday. 🎉

Their commitment and dedication ensured an enjoyable day all round with fantastic support from our charity partner, NI Children's Hospice at the race as well as members of the public.

Just over £1,500 has been raised through the marathon fundraising efforts.
Thank you to everyone who sent well wishes, supported our teams on the day and donated.

You can still make a donation via the link below.
https://www.justgiving.com/page/labourrelationsagency2026

28/04/2026

📢 Don’t miss out!

Join us for NITA’s ‘Good Jobs’ Bill Event on Thursday 30 April 2026.

Hear the latest updates, gain valuable insights, and ask your questions on this major employment legislation reform.

🎤 Guest speaker: Colin Jack (Department for the Economy)
📍 Belfast Harbour Office
🕒 12:15PM

🎟️ Secure your place now via Eventbrite!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nita-members-event-good-jobs-bill-tickets-1987683710485?aff=oddtdtcreator

28/04/2026

We’re delighted to receive the Bronze Award through the Chest Heart & Stroke Work Well Live Well programme 👏
A fantastic milestone in supporting a healthier, happier workplace!

23/04/2026

We were delighted to attend the launch of the second Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Delivery Plan 2026-28.

It was attended by those with lived experience as well as key stakeholders from across Government, partner organisations and wider society.

At the event the First Minister and deputy First Minister said they remain committed to addressing this issue. The Agency plays a key role in delivering the strategy by chairing the 'EVAWG Cross Sectoral Workplace Forum' which is made up of senior representatives from key stakeholders in NI.

The First Minister and deputy First Minister reaffirmed the Executive’s commitment to Ending Violence Against Women and Girls as they launched the second EVAWG Delivery Plan.

Addressing the event, they described the new plan as an important next step towards ending the scourge of violence and abuse faced by women and girls across our society.

Read more: www.executiveoffice-ni.gov.uk/news/first-minister-and-deputy-first-minister-launch-second-ending-violence-against-women-and-girls-delivery-plan

23/04/2026

When work regularly spills over into home life, job quality starts to suffer.

Part 7 of Going Beyond Pay highlights that some workers enjoy a manageable balance, but others face rigid schedules and difficulty switching off outside of work time.

Swipe to see how working time is affecting life beyond the workplace. ➡️

To listen to the full Going Beyond Pay - Job Quality In Northern Ireland Podcast visit -
https://www.lra.org.uk/resources/podcast/going-beyond-pay-job-quality-northern-ireland-podcast

20/04/2026

The countdown is officially on for the Belfast City Marathon, and our two incredible relay teams are ready and raring to go for race day! 💪

We’re proud to be fundraising for our 2026 charity partner, NI Children’s Hospice 💙 — a charity that provides vital care and support to babies, children and their families, including specialist nursing care at home, short breaks in the In-Patient Unit, end-of-life care, and bereavement support.

Every donation makes a real difference.

👉 If you’d like to support our teams, please donate using the link below.
📢 Or help us spread the word by sharing this post

https://www.justgiving.com/page/labourrelationsagency2026

Thank you so much for your support! 🙌