Question to the Northern Ireland Office:

What recent discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on preparations for the end of the transition period.

Northern Ireland Ministers and officials continue to engage regularly with the Northern Ireland Executive as we get on with delivering the Protocol and preparing for the end of the transition period.

The Devolved Administrations are critical partners and our engagement is intended to enhance understanding of approach and ensure appropriate planning.

In addition, the Northern Ireland Executive attends meetings of the Joint Committee and Specialised Committees on Protocol implementation and are represented at our meetings of the Business Engagement Forum.