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HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI am obviously here today to talk about starting a talks process to restore devolution in Northern Ireland. Decisions about the withdrawal agreement and so on are probably above…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessThe right hon. Gentleman will have welcomed the fact that the first statement on the talks was a joint statement from the Prime Minister and the Taoiseach. We are looking…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI thank the Chair of the Select Committee again for his support. He and I had private conversations over the weekend, and it is good to know that there is support from all parts…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessIf my hon. and gallant Friend will forgive me, I do not have the exact percentage, but I am happy to write to him. As for the talks and what will happen, if he will forgive me,…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessIt was an honour to be invited to the Unity of Purpose group, of which the hon. Gentleman is a member, in Londonderry on Friday. We are trying to organise a visit with the hon.…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI thank the hon. Gentleman for his offer of support from all sides of the House in this process. This is not going to be easy—I am realistic about the challenges we face—and it is…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI can well understand why my hon. Friend is keen to ensure that contingency plans are in place, but I think that today is the day to look towards getting the talks started and the…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessWith permission, Mr Speaker, I shall make a statement about the political process in Northern Ireland. Last week, I came to the House and delivered a statement in the aftermath of…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI welcome the hon. Lady back to speaking on matters regarding Northern Ireland. It is very nice to see her. I know that this is a temporary move, just for today, but it is nice to…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessThe hon. Gentleman represents his constituency and his constituents incredibly well, and he is very attuned to the mood of the public. We have had a number of conversations in…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessThe right hon. Gentleman, if he knows anything about the Prime Minister, will know that she never gives up and is doggedly determined in everything. She has doggedly worked to…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessThe hon. Gentleman makes his point well. I meet civic society and other leaders in Northern Ireland on a regular basis, and the point was made to me at one of my meetings with…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI agree that the time has come for politicians to get back to run the schools, hospitals and infrastructure projects and other matters that cross my desk day in, day out. People…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI thank the right hon. Gentleman for his support and assure him that it will be an inclusive five-party talks process. The suggestions, ideas and considerations that have been put…29 Apr 2019HANSARDNorthern Ireland: Political ProcessI agree with the hon. Lady that devolution needs to be restored. She cites one of many examples of why we need Ministers in Stormont taking executive decisions and directing civil…29 Apr 2019HANSARD Northern Ireland: Murder of Lyra McKeeI agree wholeheartedly with the hon. Gentleman’s comments. He is quite right: they will not win.23 Apr 2019HANSARD Northern Ireland: Murder of Lyra McKeeWith permission, Mr Speaker, it is with great sadness that I wish to make a statement on the appalling murder of Lyra McKee in Londonderry on Thursday evening. That evening the…23 Apr 2019HANSARD Northern Ireland: Murder of Lyra McKeeLyra’s words need no comment from me; they are powerful enough in their own right. The hon. Gentleman asked questions about devolution. I would be very happy to talk to him and…23 Apr 2019HANSARD Northern Ireland: Murder of Lyra McKeeThe hon. Lady speaks powerfully and I agree absolutely with what she said.23 Apr 2019HANSARD Northern Ireland: Murder of Lyra McKeeThe right hon. Gentleman makes a very powerful point. When I visited Londonderry on Saturday, I heard people say that they want this to end, that this was not what they wanted to…23 Apr 2019