HC Deb 21 February 1992 vol 204 cc313-4W
Mr. John D. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether the Republic of Ireland is now involved in the matter of public appointments in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement.

Dr. Mawhinney

The Irish Government may put forward views and proposals on the role and composition of bodies appointed by the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland or by Departments subject to his direction and control, as envisaged by article 6 of the Anglo-Irish Agreement.