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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Consent process under Schedule 6A Northern Ireland Act 1998

02 December 2024 · Northern Ireland Office

Proposed by Hilary Benn Lab Leeds South

Northern Ireland

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At a glance

Key points

  • Consent process under Schedule 6A of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 regarding Articles 5-10 of the Windsor Framework is addressed.
  • Hilary Benn has provided explanatory materials to assist MLAs in their decision-making process.
  • These documents have been published on GOV.UK.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the democratic consent process under Schedule 6A of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 regarding Articles 5-10 of the Windsor Framework.

Action requested

Hilary Benn has provided explanatory materials to assist MLAs in their decision-making process and these documents have been published on GOV.UK. The Government will continue to engage with stakeholders as work progresses.

Key facts

  • Schedule 6A of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 provides for democratic consent.
  • Articles 5-10 of the Windsor Framework concern trade in goods.
  • Explanatory materials have been published on GOV.UK.
  • The Government aims to reset relations with the EU and negotiate new agreements.
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