House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee
11 September 2020 · Cabinet Office
Proposed by Michael Gove Con Surrey Heath
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee took place
- UK Government committed to implementing the Withdrawal Agreement and Northern Ireland Protocol
- UK Government continues legislative timetable for the Internal Market Bill
Issue summary
This statement addresses the meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee and discusses the UK's stance on the Internal Market Bill and the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Action requested
The UK Government continues to commit to implementing the Withdrawal Agreement, including the Northern Ireland Protocol, while maintaining its legislative timetable for the Internal Market Bill. It also emphasizes engagement in constructive discussions with the aim of reaching a satisfactory outcome for all parties involved.
Key facts
- The meeting took place on 10 September at Lancaster House, London.
- Co-chairs were Michael Gove and Maroš Šefcovic, with Penny Mordaunt as alternate co-chair.
- Representatives from the Northern Ireland Executive and EU 27 Member States joined via videolink.