Written question asked by Graham Riddick (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 December 1996. It was answered by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Thursday, 12 December 1996 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Northern Ireland Office

Question: If he will comment about the latest situation relating to the peace process. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. John Greenway: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on recent progress in the all-party talks. [7327] Mr. Winnick: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on the latest position in the peace process. [7331] Mr. Riddick: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement about the latest situation relating to the peace process. [7343] Mr. Ancram: Having agreed the rules of procedure and agenda for the opening plenary the talks are now addressing the issue of decommissioning. We recognise the sensitivities of the issue for participants, but believe early agreement on this and the start of substantive discussions, are now urgent.

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