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Written question asked by Lord Maginnis of Drumglass (Ulster Unionist Party), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Baroness Royall of Blaisdon (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 March 2010.


Northern Ireland Office: Opinion Polls

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government which minister or official in the Northern Ireland Office devised the wording of questions used in the opinion poll conducted during the week beginning 1 March; and what was the full wording of the questions.
Answer

The questions in the opinion poll conducted on 5 and 6 March were approved by the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland. The questions were: Ql. Who do you personally think is best placed to make decisions on policing in Northern Ireland? Q2. Overall do you support or oppose the agreement to transfer policing and justice powers to the Executive at Stormont? Q3. I believe we should transfer policing and justice powers to Stormont so that the Executive can get on with the job of improving life for everyone in Northern Ireland. 1. Agree 2. Disagree 3. Don’t know


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2639; 718 c166WA
Session
2009-10
Subjects
Administration of justice Devolution Northern Ireland Police Northern Ireland Executive Opinion polls Northern Ireland Office
Link
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