HL Deb 09 September 2003 vol 652 c105WA
Lord Laird

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Further to the Written Answer by the Lord President on 30 June (WA 53) concerning the North/South Ministerial Council, why the political parties in Northern Ireland were not consulted; and whether that is consistent with the Belfast Agreement. [HL3792]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

I have nothing further to add to my answer of 30 June (WA 53).

Lord Laird

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Further to the Written Answers by Lord Privy Seal on 14 January (WA 28) and the Lord President on 30 June (WA 53) concerning the North/South Ministerial Council, whether they can demonstrate that all decisions of the council since 15 October 2002 have been consistent with the assurance given in the answers. [HL3848]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

I have nothing further to add to my answer of 30 June (WA 53).