HC Deb 24 May 1979 vol 967 c1209
4. Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what proposals he has in the light of paragraph 2.40 of the first report from the Select Committee on Procedure, so far as it relates to Northern Ireland, to reduce the delay before the appearance of Northern Ireland re-enactments to a minimum.

The Minister of State, Northern Ireland Office (Mr. Hugh Rossi)

At present, none. But as stated in the Gracious Speech, the House is to have an opportunity to discuss and amend our procedures, and I would be ready then to consider any views that may be expressed by hon. Members about the recommendation to which the hon. Member refers.

Mr. Dalyell

Are the Government sympathetic at all to the establishment of a Select Committee on Irish affairs?

Mr. Rossi

That, of course, is a matter which will receive the fullest consideration, but it is primarily a matter for the House to decide in due course.

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