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Outcome of the consent process under Schedule 6A Northern Ireland Act 1998

11 December 2024

Proposing MP
Hilary Benn Lab
Leeds South
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Northern Ireland Office
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TAGS
Brexit Northern Ireland

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the outcome of a Northern Ireland Assembly vote on the continued application of Articles 5-10 of the Windsor Framework.

Action Requested

An independent review into the functioning of the Windsor Framework is being commissioned, and its findings will be reported within six months. The House will be updated on these matters as they progress.

Key Facts

  • The Northern Ireland Assembly vote took place yesterday.
  • Cross-community support was not achieved for the motion.
  • An independent review into the functioning of the Windsor Framework is being commissioned.
  • The report must be submitted within six months from now.
  • The Government will inform the European Union about the result.
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