Anglo-Irish Agreement

HC Deb 05 June 1986 vol 98 cc633-4W

16. Mr. Robert Atkins

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what have been the effects on Northern Ireland industry arising from the Anglo-Irish agreement.

Dr. Boyson

We hope that the agreement, which was widely welcomed abroad, will lead to increased investment. Investment is, however, less likely to take place if there is further disruption such as that which took place on 3 March.

21. Mr. Archer

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what have been the economic and social benefits for the people of Northern Ireland arising from the first six months of the Anglo-Irish agreement.

Mr. Tom King

Within the framework of the Intergovernmental conference the Irish Government have put forward views on matters of significant or special interest to the minority community in relation to economic and social policy, as well as in the fields of education, health and housing, as has been reported in the communiqués. We are now considering these further. The conference has also discussed possible ways of enhancing co-operation in the promotion of tourism.