§ Mr. William RossTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland when she expects her review of electoral procedures to complete its work; when she expects to publish its report; and when she intends to publish her draft legislation. [46744]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State expects to receive the Elections Review Report in mid August which will be considered by Ministers, and published shortly afterwards.
Thereafter, the Secretary of State will consult the Northern Ireland parties and legislation will be drafted and published as soon as possible.