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Written question asked by Lord Laird (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 March 2008.


Police: Northern Ireland

Question
asked Her Majesty's Government:Whether policing and justice could be devolved to the Northern Ireland Assembly before the IRA ruling council has (a) become inactive; and (b) disbanded.
Answer

It is for the Assembly to request the devolution of policing and criminal justice powers.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2409; 700 c32WA
Session
2007-08
Subjects
Criminal proceedings Devolution IRA Northern Ireland Police
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk