§ Mr. McNamaraTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland when she expects to receive the report of the equality working group chaired by Dr. Joan Stringer; and if she will make a statement. [65993]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyThe Equality Commission Working Group has had four meetings and intend to consult interested parties before finalising its recommendations. They anticipate reporting to me in early March. However, the Secretary of State expects to receive an interim report shortly recommending a structure for the Board, following which the Secretary of State hopes to advertise Commissioner posts.