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Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Thursday, 11 October 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 16 October 2018 (named day). It was answered by Shailesh Vara (Conservative) on Tuesday, 16 October 2018 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Northern Ireland Policing Board

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, when a newly constituted Policing Board with (a) political and (b) independent members is planned to be (i) constituted and (ii) fully functional.

Answer

Further to the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland’s commitment in her July Statement, she will take forward legislation in the near future which will enable key public appointments to be made in Northern Ireland.

This legislation will address the most urgent appointments, including the Northern Ireland Policing Board, to ensure good governance and public confidence is maintained.

Following Royal Assent, the necessary appointment process can take place.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
178254
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Public appointments Northern Ireland Policing Board
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk