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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Northern Ireland Update

04 February 2022 · Northern Ireland Office

Proposed by Brandon Lewis Con Great Yarmouth

Northern Ireland

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • Paul Givan has resigned as First Minister of the Northern Ireland Executive.
  • The Government urges political parties to resume ministerial roles and work towards a stable Executive.
  • The Government supports the Northern Ireland (Ministers, Elections and Petition of Concern) Bill.

Issue summary

The resignation of Paul Givan as First Minister of the Northern Ireland Executive.

Action requested

The Government urges political parties to resume ministerial roles immediately and work towards a stable, functioning Executive. The Government also calls on Northern Ireland’s leaders to take steps to restore stability in the devolved institutions and supports the Northern Ireland (Ministers, Elections and Petition of Concern) Bill.

Key facts

  • Paul Givan has resigned as First Minister.
  • The New Decade, New Approach agreement restored devolved government two years ago.
  • The Government recognises the impact of the Ireland/Northern Ireland Protocol on political stability.
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