Written question asked by David Madel (Conservative) on Wednesday, 5 July 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 July 2000. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 July 2000 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Northern Ireland Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, What progress has been made on the decommissioning of illegal arms and explosives in Northern Ireland. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mrs. Betty Williams: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what recent discussions he has had with General de Chastelain about progress to date in decommissioning. [129875] Sir David Madel: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what progress has been made on the decommissioning of illegal arms and explosives in Northern Ireland. [129876] Miss McIntosh: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what recent representations he has received on progress towards decommissioning; and if he will make a statement. [129882] Mr. Ingram: Under the Good Friday Agreement, the Decommissioning Commission operates as an independent body to resolve the decommissioning issue. The Commission has provided written reports on progress on a number of occasions.

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