Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Fiona Bruce and Sarah Jones

Wednesday 5th September 2018 Commons Chamber

[Fiona Bruce (Congleton) (Con)]

4. What recent steps she has taken to engage with the political parties in Northern Ireland.

[Sarah Jones (Croydon Central) (Lab)]

5. What steps she is taking to restore power sharing in Northern Ireland.

[The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Karen Bradley)]

I am acutely aware of the deep frustration and difficulties faced by the people of Northern Ireland and the urgent need to re-establish a locally elected, democratically accountable devolved Government. I remain in close contact with the five main political parties and the Irish Government where appropriate.