Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Ruth Jones and Stephen Farry

Thursday 11th February 2021 Commons Chamber

[Ruth Jones (Newport West) (Lab)]

What steps he is taking to support hauliers operating between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

[Stephen Farry (North Down) (Alliance)]

What discussions he has had with his EU counterparts on potential derogations and flexibilities in the implementation of the Northern Ireland protocol.

[The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Minister for the Cabinet Office (Michael Gove)]

Following my conversation with Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič last week, we have continued to work intensively to find solutions to outstanding issues that have to be addressed through the Joint Committee. I have taken forward our continued engagement in that constructive spirit, and I look forward to speaking to Vice-President Šefčovič later today.