§ 20. Mr. David ShawTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what discussions he has held recently with the Government of the Republic of Ireland concerning the recovery of illegally held weapons. [20428]
§ Sir John WheelerThe Government regularly discusses security matters, including the question of illegal arms, with the Irish Government and will continue to do so as part of both Government's determination to maintain close and effective security co-operation. It would not be appropriate to reveal details of such discussions.