Question to the Northern Ireland Office:

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the government of Northern Ireland regarding further reforms to the operation of the political institutions established under Strand One of the Belfast Agreement, as amended by subsequent Agreements.

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland remains committed to working with the Northern Ireland Executive to discuss all issues of interest, including ensuring the stability of devolved government, with the aim of improving public services and the sustainability of public finances.

Several of the Northern Ireland parties have set out proposals for reform and the Secretary of State looks forward to discussing them further.