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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee

29 September 2020 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Michael Gove Con Surrey Heath

BrexitNorthern Ireland

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At a glance

Key points

  • Meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee took place to discuss implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol and citizens' rights under the Withdrawal Agreement
  • UK reaffirms commitment to supporting EU citizens in the UK and UK nationals in the EU
  • Need for ongoing constructive engagement with the EU through further Joint Committee meetings is highlighted

Issue summary

This statement is about a meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee where discussions focused on the implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol and citizens' rights under the Withdrawal Agreement.

Action requested

The UK reaffirms its commitment to supporting EU citizens in the UK and UK nationals in the EU, and stresses that measures outlined in the UK Internal Market Bill will not be withdrawn. The meeting also highlights the need for ongoing constructive engagement with the EU through further Joint Committee meetings.

Key facts

  • The Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee met on 28 September 2020.
  • The meeting was co-chaired by Michael Gove MP and Maroš Šefcovic.
  • Representatives from the Northern Ireland Executive and EU Member States were present.
  • The UK reiterated its commitment to citizens' rights under the Withdrawal Agreement.
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