Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard and John Bercow

Tuesday 24th January 2017 Commons Chamber

[Tom Elliott (Fermanagh and South Tyrone) (UUP)]

In a recent case in Northern Ireland, someone charged with a serious terrorist offence in connection with the murder of prison officer David Black absconded when he was on bail, and the police did not report that to the courts for over five weeks. Is the Minister aware of that, and has he had any discussions with the Minister of Justice in Northern Ireland to take this matter forward?

[Mr Speaker]

That is only tangentially related to the question on the Order Paper, and I think that is a generous statement, but the Minister is a dextrous fellow, so let us hear from him.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard and John Bercow

Wednesday 20th April 2016 Commons Chamber

[Tom Elliott (Fermanagh and South Tyrone) (UUP)]

How much cognisance—[Interruption.]

[Mr Speaker]

Order. We are discussing matters appertaining to the victims of terrorism, and that matter must be treated with respect, as must the hon. Member.

[Tom Elliott]

How much recognition and cognisance does the Secretary of State give to victims’ groups representing innocent victims in Northern Ireland?

UK-EU Renegotiation

Debate between Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard and John Bercow

Wednesday 3rd February 2016 Commons Chamber

[Mr Speaker]

Order. [Interruption.] I call Mr Tom Elliott—and he should not be diverted by the hon. Member for East Antrim (Sammy Wilson), who is sitting next to him.

[Tom Elliott (Fermanagh and South Tyrone) (UUP)]

Thank you very much, Mr Speaker. I will not be diverted, and I have no ties to offer either. One of the major drawbacks of the European Union for businesses is red tape and bureaucracy. I note that yesterday’s document stated that unnecessary legislation would be repealed. When will the public and our businesses be able to see which legislation is likely to be repealed?