§ Mr. Stallardasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he will now consider introducing a Bill of Rights, along similar lines to the Bill of Rights (Northern Ireland) [Lords], with a view to creating the necessary atmosphere in which to progress politically in Northern Ireland.
§ Mr. David HowellAny measures for constitutional reform of Northern Ireland must include practical safeguards for the minority and my right hon. Friend is considering whether a Bill of Rights is the most appropriate way of achieving this.