HC Deb 02 May 1996 vol 276 cc620-1W
20. Mr. Canavan

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement about the development of the peace process. [26395]

26. Mr. Hain

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on progress in the peace process. [26401]

Mrs. Gorman

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on the proposed election process in Northern Ireland. [26383]

Sir Patrick Mayhew

The Northern Ireland (Entry to Negotiations, etc.) Bill received Royal Assent on 29 April. Later today I expect to make the order directing the holding of elections on 30 May in Northern Ireland which will lead directly to all-party negotiations on 10 June.

25. Mr. David Shaw

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on the opportunity for all adults in Northern Ireland to participate in the peace process. [26400]

Sir Patrick Mayhew

All adults who are eligible to vote may do so in the elections on 30 May. They will be able to vote for the party which they wish to represent them in the all-party negotiations and in the forum.