HL Deb 17 March 1982 vol 428 c746WA
The Duke of Abercorn

asked Her Majesty's Government: When they intend to review the Northern Ireland Shops Act.

The Minister of State, Northern Ireland Office (The Earl of Cowrie)

A review of the Shops Act (NI) 1946 was initiated following the announcement made in this House by my noble friend Lord Elton on 18th December 1980. The Government are now considering what action should be taken in the light of the information which the review has provided. When decisions have been taken they will be announced in due course.