§ Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he will make a statement on the work of his Commission; and what has been its cost to public funds to date.
§ Mr. WhitelawThe Northern Ireland Commission, which is an important part of the present arrangements for the government of Northern Ireland, carries out functions laid down under Article 1 of the Schedule of the Northern Ireland (Temporary Provisions) Act, 1972, and in particular advises me on any matters referred to it which are connected with the discharge of my functions. The total cost of the Commission to public funds to date is £6,328.