(5 years, 2 months ago)
Commons ChamberWe have, of course, ensured that all parties are in the room. These have been talks with the five main parties in Northern Ireland—those that are eligible to form an Executive and the Alliance party—and they have all made a valuable contribution to the discussions. We have done so through working groups, chaired by five independent facilitators. Good progress has been made, but we have not had any institutions in place for two and a half years because of some very difficult issues, and those difficult issues remain.
(6 years, 9 months ago)
Commons ChamberI will look closely at what my hon. Friend says. Perhaps we could have a discussion outside this Chamber.