The Minister acknowledged the concerns raised regarding trade diversion and its implications on economic ties between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. He highlighted that while there is no evidence of a systemic or significant reduction in goods crossing from GB to Northern Ireland, the Government recognises the challenges faced by businesses operating under the protocol. The minister noted that InterTradeIreland has played an active role in fostering cross-border trade, whereas InterTrade UK remains more limited due to lack of funding and staffing. To address the issue, the Government is actively reviewing potential measures to facilitate smoother trade flows under the Northern Ireland protocol. This includes exploring ways to enhance mutual recognition agreements and streamline customs processes without undermining regulatory standards. The minister emphasised that while recognising the economic and political sensitivities involved, any actions taken will be balanced against maintaining UK-wide market integrity and compliance with international law. The Secretary of State congratulates Jim Allister and acknowledges his sincerity in discussing Northern Ireland's trading arrangements. He outlines that the system currently in place is an inevitable result of leaving the European Union, leading to two trading entities with different rules but an open border between them. Hilary Benn argues against mutual enforcement as a solution, stating it is not credible. The Government negotiated the Windsor framework after recognising flaws in earlier plans, which represents a significant improvement over the Northern Ireland protocol. He explains that as a sovereign country, Britain must decide how to check goods arriving at its territory, and emphasises the importance of maintaining an open border for peace and progress in Northern Ireland. Despite challenges, the framework aims to ensure compliance with EU rules while allowing free trade. The Government’s view is that the Windsor framework protects UK internal market while respecting Northern Ireland's unique circumstances. We have negotiated improvements and lifted restrictions such as on seed potatoes and certain plant movements, and we continue to consult stakeholders to improve regulations. The Minister acknowledges that the framework is not perfect but argues it secures stable arrangements for trade in both markets compared to unilateral action under Article 16 which would damage good faith built up. He also notes the economy of Northern Ireland is performing well with low unemployment and increasing trade figures between GB and NI. I wanted to point out that the independent monitoring panel, which I met for the first time yesterday, has started its work. Establishing the panel was a commitment made in the safeguarding the Union Command Paper. Its job will be on the basis of the evidence and it will be provided with data on the flow of goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland to say whether the UK internal market guarantee is being met. The first six-month reporting period commenced on 1 January and will conclude on 30 June 2025, following which the IMP will publish its assessment and any recommendations. I commit to the hon. and learned Member for North Antrim, and all those who contributed to the debate, that I shall consider the report with the same attention to detail that he has shown in forwarding his argument today. To conclude, this Government are committed to Northern Ireland. They are committed to the United Kingdom and to implementing the Windsor framework in a manner that is consistent with protecting Northern Ireland’s place within our internal market.