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Government response to Independent Review conducted under Schedule 6A Northern Ireland Act 1998
16 December 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Northern Ireland Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the government's response to Lord Murphy's Independent Review on trading arrangements under the Windsor Framework.
Action Requested
The Government has committed to legislation for better scrutiny of relevant regulations by the Northern Ireland Assembly and a £16.6 million programme to boost trade within the UK internal market, with a 'one stop shop' service for business guidance. Additionally, measures are in place to safeguard the supply of veterinary medicines from January 2026.
Key Facts
- Lord Murphy was commissioned to lead an Independent Review on trading arrangements under the Windsor Framework.
- The final report was received by the Government on July 9, 2025.
- £16.6 million programme to boost trade within the UK internal market has been announced.
- Measures are in place to safeguard the supply of certain dental fillings and veterinary medicines from January 2026.
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