Department for Communities
Dermot Devlin is currently involved in various projects and roles related to disability advocacy and accessibility in Northern Ireland. Dermot has worked with government organizations, councils, and advocacy groups to promote access and inclusivity for disabled individuals. Additionally, Dermot is the owner of a social networking site that provides information on accessible locations for disabled users. Their work involves advising on disability issues, promoting disability awareness through writing, and using their IT skills to support various organizations. Their education background includes qualifications in photography and computing, which Dermot has utilized in their career.
Department for Communities
In May 2016 the Department for Communities was established following the restructuring of Northern Ireland Departments. It is the largest of the nine NICS Departments and work with 15 Arm's Length Bodies and number of Advisory Groups. Around 8,800 people are employed by the Department, accounting for one third of NICS employees. It has an annual budget of almost £7 billion, including expenditure of £5.9 billion on social security and pension payments