§ Sir Michael McNair-WilsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement about the progress of his talks with leaders of the political parties in the Province about a devolved administration; whether he intends to continue with these talks; what measure of agreement has been achieved; and whether differences with the Government of the Republic of Ireland about their wish to be consulted have now been ironed out.
§ Mr. BrookeMy discussions with the leaders of the main constitutional political parties in Northern Ireland and with the Irish Government have produced a significant measure of agreement on a basis for talks which would address the various relationships relevant to the situation in Northern Ireland. These discussions are continuing with a view to resolving the outstanding matters to the satisfaction of all concerned through further discussion.