HC Deb 28 January 1988 vol 126 cc354-5W
16. Mr. John M. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what representations he has received in the current year regarding co-operation between the constitutional parties in Northern Ireland.

Mr. Tom King

I have received a number of such representations from leading members of the community who share my concern that ways should be found to bring about constructive dialogue and co-operation. It was in that spirit that I held a further meeting with the right hon. Member for the Lagan Valley (Mr. Molyneaux) and the hon. Member for Antrim (Rev. I. Paisley) on 26 January.

42. Mr. Kilfedder

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what representations he has received from the constitutional parties in Northern Ireland regarding political progress.

Mr. Tom King

I have received a number of such representations, expressing a range of views. If political progress is to be achieved, there will need to be a constructive exchange of views both between the constitutional parties themselves and with the Government.