HC Deb 22 October 1990 vol 178 c52W
Sir Michael McNair-Wilson

To 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. Brooke

My 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.

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