HC Deb 28 April 1988 vol 132 c267W
18. Mr. Gow

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he has any plans to set up a regional council in Northern Ireland, with widely developed powers over local matters.

Mr. Tom King

No, but in the present discussions I am prepared to listen to all constructive proposals that can command a broad measure of support and could genuinely provide a greater degree of involvement and responsibility for people in Northern Ireland.