Section 2
Understanding the impact of the policy, strategy, plan or public service
2A. Is the policy, strategy, plan or public service likely to impact on people in rural areas?
Yes
2B. Please explain how the policy, strategy, plan or public service is likely to impact on people in rural areas.
The default definition of “rural” used in Northern Ireland is those settlements with populations of less than 5,000, together with the open countryside.
The rural population of Belfast (2016 mid-year population estimates, NISRA) is approximately 1,484, including the small settlements of Edenderry, Hannahstown and Loughview.
The Disability Action Plan applies across the entire area of Belfast City Council and aims to address the inequalities experienced by disabled people.
Therefore, this policy will have a positive impact on people throughout the council area, including the rural areas.
2C. If the policy, strategy, plan or public service is likely to impact on people in rural areas differently from people in urban areas, please explain how it is likely to impact on people in rural areas differently.
Not applicable.
2D. Please indicate which of the rural policy areas the policy, strategy, plan or public service is likely to primarily impact on.
- Rural tourism
- Jobs or employment in rural areas
- Transport services or infrastructure in rural areas
2E. Please explain why the policy, strategy, plan or public service is not likely to impact on people in rural areas.
Not applicable.
