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Recent Disorder 2021-04-21 (2)

Wednesday 21 April 2021 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Kevin Brennan asked about representations received on recent disorder in Northern Ireland.
  • The Minister responded with engagement with political and community leaders and the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
  • Kevin Brennan inquired why the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference has not met under this Prime Minister.
  • The Minister committed to ensuring continued engagement with the Irish Government and Foreign Minister Simon Coveney.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Kevin Brennan Lab
Northern Ireland
Context

Recent disorder in Northern Ireland has led to condemnations from various stakeholders.

Question

What representations have you received from relevant stakeholders on the recent disorder in Northern Ireland?

Answer from Brandon Lewis

I have been in close conversation with political and community leaders and the Police Service of Northern Ireland. Their unification in condemning the unrest has been a welcome sign that those engaged in destruction and disorder do not represent Northern Ireland. We will continue to engage stakeholders across the whole community.

Partly answered

How: Working With Partners

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Q2 Kevin Brennan Lab
Northern Ireland Foreign Affairs
Context

The British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference has not met under the current Prime Minister, raising concerns about inter-Government relations.

Question

Why has the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference never met under this Prime Minister? Can you commit to chairing the next meeting?

Answer from Brandon Lewis

The British-Irish Council has met regularly, ongoing conversations continue between ourselves and the Irish Government. Engagement with Foreign Minister Simon Coveney and Prime Minister talking to Taoiseach will ensure continued benefit for people in both Ireland and the UK.

Partly answered

How: Ongoing Conversations, Positive Relationship

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