How You Can Attend

Attending the public session of the Policing Board

You can find out more about the work of the Policing Board by attending the Policing Board meetings in public where you can watch the Chief Constable present his accountability report and answer questions from Policing Board Members. 

Policing Board meetings in public are advertised in advance on our website and social media sites. The meeting in public session is held in the James House shared conference room unless otherwise stated. 

If you wish to attend, advance registration is required by sending details of your name to RSVP@nipolicingboard.org.uk   Access to the meeting is through the main James House entrance where you will be asked to show photographic ID before being escorted to and from the meeting room. You can find out how to get to James House here 

Acceptable photo ID includes: 

  • UK or Northern Ireland photocard driving licence (full or provisional)
  • driving licence issued by an EU country 
  • passport
  • Blue Badge
  • biometric residence permit (BRP)
  • national identity card  
  • student ID card

Please note that the media, including photographers and television cameras, attend the meetings and the meeting is also live streamed by the Board. The meeting is under the control of the Chair who may ask you to leave if your behaviour is deemed unacceptable.

Please remember that:

  • You are attending to observe the proceedings – not to take part
  • Silence must be observed
  • Mobile phones and other devices should be on silent mode 
  • Briefcases or large bags are not permitted
  • No food or drink can be consumed on the premises
  • Instructions from security and Policing Board members or staff must be followed at all times
  • If you do not want to be included in photography or appear on camera, a member of Policing Board staff should be advised.

Rights of admission to this meeting are reserved and the arrangements for attending the meeting in public apply to all persons. 

If you have access any special access requirements please let us know. We are able to provide a parking space for anyone with a disability requiring assistance on request.

A copy of the Privacy Notice for handling of any personal information provided  in respect of attendance at a Policing Board meeting in public can be found here: Privacy Notice: Attending a Policing Board Meeting in Public or Event | Northern Ireland Policing Board