HL Deb 11 June 2003 vol 649 c45WA
Lord Laird

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What is the role of political advisers attached to the Northern Ireland First Minister and Deputy First Minister's Office. [HL2827]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

Special advisers are employed in the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister to assist the former First Minister and Deputy First Minister during suspension, working for a smooth return to devolved government and engaging in discussion for that purpose.