Information between 27th January 2026 - 16th February 2026
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Tuesday 24th February 2026 7 p.m. Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Adjournment - Main Chamber Subject: Potential implications of the judgment in the case of Advocate General for Scotland v Mr Charles Milroy View calendar - Add to calendar |
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28 Jan 2026 - Deferred Division - View Vote Context Gavin Robinson voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 5 Democratic Unionist Party No votes vs 0 Democratic Unionist Party Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 294 Noes - 108 |
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3 Feb 2026 - Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill - View Vote Context Gavin Robinson voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 4 Democratic Unionist Party Aye votes vs 0 Democratic Unionist Party No votes Tally: Ayes - 458 Noes - 104 |
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4 Feb 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Gavin Robinson voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 5 Democratic Unionist Party No votes vs 0 Democratic Unionist Party Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 392 Noes - 116 |
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11 Feb 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Gavin Robinson voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 5 Democratic Unionist Party No votes vs 0 Democratic Unionist Party Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 362 Noes - 107 |
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Gavin Robinson speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Gavin Robinson contributed 2 speeches (196 words) Wednesday 11th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Northern Ireland Office |
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Gavin Robinson speeches from: Standards in Public Life
Gavin Robinson contributed 1 speech (122 words) Monday 9th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery: Garda Síochána
Asked by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Thursday 29th January 2026 Question to the Northern Ireland Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, how many requests have been (a) made by the ICRIR to An Garda Síochána since their establishment and (b) answered. Answered by Hilary Benn - Secretary of State for Northern Ireland The Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery (ICRIR) is an independent body. As such, the Government does not hold this operational information and the Right Honourable Gentleman may wish to request it from the Commission directly.
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Armed Forces: Hearing Impairment
Asked by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Friday 13th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many hearing loss cases are pending with the Davies Group. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) Ministry of Defence (MOD) Claims statistics are published annually. The next MOD common law compensation claims statistics will be published this summer.
Previously published Annual reports can be found at the following link. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/mod-compensation-claims-statistics
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Armed Forces: Hearing Impairment
Asked by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Tuesday 10th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, to provide the costs of Hearing Loss Claims in last 5 years to the MOD, including damages, costs and costs per case. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) Statistics on the number of common law compensation claims and financial settlements including Noise-Induced Hearing Loss are published annually at the following link. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/mod-compensation-claims-statistics
The next report will be published this summer, covering financial year 24-25, however it would be disproportionate to calculate the costs per case. |
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Armed Forces: Hearing Impairment
Asked by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Tuesday 10th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how the Davies Group is tracking and reporting costs associated with delays in case progression. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) The Davies Group provide regular statistics and other information to support the management of Ministry of Defence (MOD) claims. Both the MOD and Davies Group have increased resources to manage the unprecedented high volume of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss claims. |
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Armed Forces: Hearing Impairment
Asked by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Tuesday 10th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, to outline the average turnaround time for resolution in Hearing Loss Cases in each of the four regions of the United Kingdom. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) It is not possible to outline the average turnaround time for the resolution of Hearing Loss claims in each of the four nations of the United Kingdom.
This information is not currently held centrally and can only be provided at disproportionate cost as it would require extensive research across the claims handlers and litigation services providers who manage claims in the various jurisdictions across the UK. |
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Armed Forces: Hearing Impairment
Asked by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Tuesday 10th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, to detail the longest outstanding case with the MOD/Davies group relating to Hearing Loss. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) The oldest open Noise-Induced Hearing Loss claim dates back to 30 June 2016. This claim was left inactive by the claimant’s legal representative, until a new firm of solicitors reissued the claim on 8 May 2025. |
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Armed Forces: Hearing Impairment
Asked by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) Wednesday 11th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what performance metrics the Davies Group are held to; and how frequently those metrics are evaluated. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) The Davies Group claims management contract requires Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to be reported quarterly. These reports are supplemented by regular fortnightly progress and performance meetings between Ministry of Defence officials and the Davies Group to discuss aspects of contract delivery and formulation of strategies for dealing with claims including the extremely high volumes of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss claims.
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Wednesday 4th February Murder of Royal Navy sailor David Cuthbert 4 signatures (Most recent: 9 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East) That this House marks the 54th anniversary of the murder of David Cuthbert, a teenage Royal Navy sailor who was shot dead in Rio de Janeiro on 5 February 1972 while serving his country overseas; remembers that David Cuthbert was deliberately targeted by Brazilian terrorists as an act of solidarity … |
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Tuesday 10th February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th February 2026 Rape gang overseas trafficking 15 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Rupert Lowe (Independent - Great Yarmouth) That this House expresses grave concern at evidence presented during recent independent hearings into organised child sexual exploitation indicating that a number of women and girls may have been trafficked overseas to Pakistan and elsewhere by those responsible for their abuse; notes that the Rape Gang Inquiry has received multiple … |
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Monday 9th February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry) That this House notes the ever increasing toxic nature of many online exchanges, particularly in instances when topical issues are being shown on mainstream news bulletins and carried over into online platforms which often results in numerous poisoned, vicious, and vile assertions that have no basis in fact and are … |
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Monday 9th February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 International Epilepsy Day 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes International Epilepsy Day 2026 taking place on Monday 9 February 2026, focusing on the Epilepsy Pledge to turn awareness into action; highlights the Epilepsy Pledge, urging people to commit to one concrete action for awareness or inclusion in 2026; further notes that the 50 Million steps … |
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Monday 9th February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney 4 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes with sympathy the passing of Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney who was killed during a training exercise in Northumberland, England serving with the 4th Regiment Royal Artillery; highlights that this young man was known to be an officer and a gentleman born in Roscommon and joining the … |
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Monday 9th February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 70th anniversary of Tayto Crisps 4 signatures (Most recent: 11 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the 70th anniversary of Tayto Crisps; highlights that the crisps and snacks giant Tayto Group was founded in 1956 in Tandragee, Co Armagh by Thomas Hutchinson; further notes that the business is still proudly run by the Hutchinson family and today is the largest locally-owned crisp … |
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Thursday 22nd January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Sir Norman Stronge and Major James Stronge 8 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim) That this House marks the 45th anniversary of the murders of Sir Norman Stronge and Major James Stronge whilst watching television at their home at Tynan Abbey on 21 January 1981; notes Sir Norman’s distinguished service at the Somme in the First World War, his contribution during the Second World … |
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Monday 3rd November Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 75th anniversary of Olive Leaf Royal Black Preceptory No. 542, Bangor District. 3 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Alex Easton (Independent - North Down) That this House congratulates Olive Leaf Royal Black Preceptory No. 542, Bangor, on reaching its 75th anniversary; acknowledges the Preceptory’s proud history and significant contribution to the cultural, charitable and community life of Bangor and North Down; commends its continued commitment to Christian witness, fellowship and service; recognises the dedication … |
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Monday 19th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 50th anniversary of Livingstones Newsagents, Comber 2 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes and celebrates the milestone of 50th anniversary for Livingstones Newsagents in Comber; highlights that this independently owned business has continue to grow and prosper year on year; congratulates the owners Julie and Jim Brown on their wonderful reputation and management of this tremendous small business; and … |
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Monday 19th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 200 years of St Mark’s Parish Church, Portadown 6 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann) That this House notes the 200th anniversary of St Mark’s Parish Church, Portadown, first consecrated in 1826 as the Church of St Martin on land gifted by Viscount Mandeville, later the Duke of Manchester; gives thanks for two centuries of faithful Christian witness, worship and service in the heart of … |
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Monday 19th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Centenary of Portadown Male Voice Choir 4 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann) That this House notes with pride the 100th anniversary in 2026 of the Portadown Male Voice Choir, formed in 1926 with origins in a mixed choir of employees from the Spence Bryson linen firm and established as one of the oldest and most respected male voice choirs in Ireland; recognises … |
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Monday 26th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Burns Night 2025 and the legacy of Robert Burns 9 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates Burns Night 2025, marked annually on 25 January, commemorating the life and work of Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet; notes that Burns was one of the greatest poets whose work continues to resonate across around the world; underlines his significant contribution to poetry, song and the … |
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Monday 26th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Honour and gratitude for British armed forces 11 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann) That this House reaffirms the profound value it places on the service, professionalism and sacrifice of the British armed forces; recognises the vital role played by service personnel in defending the security and freedoms of the United Kingdom at home and overseas; notes that recent public comments regarding British soldiers, … |
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Tuesday 27th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Legacy of British troops in Afghanistan and Iraq 14 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes with concern the distress felt by many United Kingdom armed forces veterans following recent public comments relating to military operations in Afghanistan and the Middle East; recognises that such remarks have reopened trauma and grief for those who served and for the families of the fallen; … |
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Wednesday 28th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 3 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim) That this House congratulates Dunloy Accordion Band, its band master and members on its 70th anniversary; and notes that this highly accomplished marching band, which has been widely recognised for its excellent musicality and discipline, rightly holds a very special place in the culture of North Antrim and generates great … |
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Monday 2nd February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the commencement of Apprenticeship Week 2026, taking place from 2 to 6 February 2026; highlights the events which will take place across all regions and occupational sectors, offering practical insights and real opportunities for potential apprentices and employers alike; and urges schools and colleges to ensure … |
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Monday 2nd February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Museum ecommerce sales to Northern Ireland 3 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry) That this House notes a number of the nation's most prestigious museums have not been supplying online purchases to Northern Ireland based consumers for some time; further notes the written records of each of them to the hon. Member for East Londonderry indicating their willingness to do so; welcomes the … |
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Monday 2nd February Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 50th anniversary of the King's Trust 8 signatures (Most recent: 9 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the the 50th anniversary of the King's Trust, formerly the Prince's Trust, and the tremendous work that has been done with young people in that time; highlights that since its inception in 1976, the charity founded by HM King Charles III has helped more than 1.3 … |
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Monday 26th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 54th anniversary of IRA murders of two police officers in Londonderry 5 signatures (Most recent: 28 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry) That this House notes that, on 27 January 1972, Sergeant Peter Gilgunn and Constable David Montgomery, two police officers on patrol in Londonderry, were murdered by the Provisional IRA using a Thompson sub machine gun; further notes that this happened in the vicinity of, and just three days before, the … |
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Tuesday 6th January Gavin Robinson signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th January 2026 73 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House expresses its strong support for the people of Iran, and their courage and resolve in their ongoing struggle against all forms of dictatorships of the past and present and for freedom, human rights, and a democratic republic, where people of Iran have the opportunity to elect their … |
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9 Feb 2026, 4:58 p.m. - House of Commons " Gavin Robinson Madam. Secretary will know that there are too many members on both sides of this House that enjoy situations " Rt Hon Gavin Robinson MP (Belfast East, Democratic Unionist Party) - View Video - View Transcript |
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11 Feb 2026, 11:38 a.m. - House of Commons " I believe that work will be published by the Cabinet Office, and I'll make sure that through that this House is updated with the the records. >> Gavin Robinson. >> Mr. speaker, can I thank the Minister, the Secretary of State and his officials for the " Rt Hon Gavin Robinson MP (Belfast East, Democratic Unionist Party) - View Video - View Transcript |
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11 Feb 2026, 11:39 a.m. - House of Commons " Gavin Robinson. constraints he knows, and I raised it at last. Northern Ireland questions was the potential, as a result of EU legislative change, " Rt Hon Gavin Robinson MP (Belfast East, Democratic Unionist Party) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Defence Industry: Environmental, Social and Governance Requirements
29 speeches (13,432 words) Wednesday 28th January 2026 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Defence Mentions: 1: Jim Shannon (DUP - Strangford) Friend the Member for Belfast East (Gavin Robinson). - Link to Speech |
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Armed Forces Bill
224 speeches (40,092 words) 2nd reading Monday 26th January 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Defence Mentions: 1: Jim Shannon (DUP - Strangford) Friend the Member for Belfast East (Gavin Robinson), David Johnstone, and the hon. - Link to Speech |
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Thursday 12th February 2026
Special Report - 3rd Special Report - The Government’s new approach to addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland: Government Response Northern Ireland Affairs Committee Found: Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat; Wimbledon) Katrina Murray (Labour; Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch) Gavin Robinson |
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Monday 9th February 2026
Report - 3rd Report - Operation Kenova: naming Stakeknife Northern Ireland Affairs Committee Found: Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat; Wimbledon) Katrina Murray (Labour; Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch) Gavin Robinson |
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Wednesday 4th February 2026
Oral Evidence - InterTradeIreland Economic growth in Northern Ireland: new and emerging sectors - Northern Ireland Affairs Committee Found: Tonia Antoniazzi (Chair); Chris Bloore; Claire Hanna; Simon Hoare; Adam Jogee; Katrina Murray; Gavin Robinson |
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Wednesday 4th February 2026
Oral Evidence - Intertrade UK Economic growth in Northern Ireland: new and emerging sectors - Northern Ireland Affairs Committee Found: Tonia Antoniazzi (Chair); Chris Bloore; Claire Hanna; Simon Hoare; Adam Jogee; Katrina Murray; Gavin Robinson |
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Wednesday 4th February 2026 9 a.m. Northern Ireland Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Economic growth in Northern Ireland: new and emerging sectors At 9:45am: Oral evidence The Rt Hon. the Baroness Foster of Aghadrumsee DBE - Chair at Intertrade UK At 10:15am: Oral evidence Colin McCabrey - Director of Trade at InterTradeIreland View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 11th February 2026 9 a.m. Northern Ireland Affairs Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 25th February 2026 9 a.m. Northern Ireland Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Policing and security in Northern Ireland At 9:30am: Oral evidence Sinead Simpson - Chief Executive at Northern Ireland Policing Board Mukesh Sharma MBE DL - Chair at Northern Ireland Policing Board Brendan Mullan - Vice-Chair at Northern Ireland Policing Board View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 4th March 2026 9 a.m. Northern Ireland Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland At 9:30am: Oral evidence Rt Hon Hilary Benn MP - Secretary of State for Northern Ireland at Northern Ireland Office Matthew Patrick MP - Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland at Northern Ireland Office Julie Harrison - Permanent Secretary at Northern Ireland Office Fleur Johnson - Windsor Framework Director at Cabinet Office View calendar - Add to calendar |