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The First Report on the Use of the Petition of Concern Mechanism in the Northern Ireland Assembly
15 July 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Northern Ireland Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the first report on the use of the Petition of Concern mechanism in the Northern Ireland Assembly.
Action Requested
No specific action is requested. The minister notes that there have been no Petitions of Concern since January 2020, and states that the Government will bring forward Westminster legislation to implement reforms when parliamentary time allows.
Key Facts
- Report covers period from 11 January 2020 to 10 July 2020.
- No Petition of Concern has been lodged during this period.
- Next report will cover 11 July 2020 to 10 January 2021.
- Full implementation of reforms requires Westminster legislation.
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