HL Deb 08 June 2000 vol 613 c173WA
Lord Laird

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they are still committed to the concept of "parity of esteem" as set out in the Belfast Agreement; and whether this accords with the views of the Republic of Ireland's Foreign Minister. [HL2488]

Lord Falconer of Thoroton

Both the British and the Irish Governments are fully committed to the Belfast Agreement and all of the principles contained within it, including the concept of parity of esteem.