HC Deb 12 June 2002 vol 386 c1255W
25. Sir Teddy Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on the security situation in the Province. [57756]

Jane Kennedy

There is a significant threat from dissident Republican paramilitaries and from disaffected elements within Localism who are intent in continuing with their campaign to disrupt the peace process. Tensions between the two communities in north and east Belfast have erupted yet again in more street violence. This violence is totally unacceptable and must be brought to an end. The appearance of gunmen firing at rioters and the security forces is also a worrying development. We will continue to monitor closely the ceasefires of all the paramilitary organisations and will take appropriate action if considered necessary.

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