§ 16. Mr. CranTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what discussions he has had with representatives from political parties in Northern Ireland regarding the transfer of various powers to local authorities.
§ 36. Rev. Martin SmythTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he has any plans to increase the scope and accountability of local government in Northern Ireland.
§ Dr. MawhinneyIn their talks with us, most Northern Ireland politicians have looked towards the establishment of a devolved form of government for Northern Ireland as a whole, with an appropriate role for representatives of the minority community. The Government would give serious consideration to any proposals for more local involvement in the government of Northern Ireland which were workable and seemed likely to command widespread acceptance.