House of Commons Northern Ireland Affairs Committee
Formal Minutes of the Committee
Session 2017-19
Northern Ireland Affairs Committee Formal Minutes 2017-19
Formal Minutes of the Committee
WEDNESDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti Maria Caulfield Conor McGinn Mr Stephen Hepburn Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Ian Paisley Kate Hoey
1. Declaration of interests
Members declared their interests, in accordance with the Resolution of the House of 13 July 1992 (see Appendix A).
2. Committee working methods
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the public be admitted during the examination of witnesses unless the Committee otherwise orders.
Ordered, That witnesses who submit written evidence to the Committee are authorised to publish it on their own account in accordance with Standing Order No. 135, subject always to the discretion of the Chair or where the Committee orders otherwise.
Resolved, That the Committee shall not consider individual cases.
Resolved, That the Committee approves the use of electronic equipment by Members during public and private meetings, provided that they are used in accordance with the rules and customs of the House.
3. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland.
4. HM Government support for UK victims of IRA attacks that used Gaddafi-supplied Semtex and weapons
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Draft Special Report (HM Government support for UK victims of IRA attacks that used Gaddafi-supplied Semtex and weapons), proposed by the Chair, brought up, read the first and second time, and agreed to.
Resolved, That the Report be the First Special Report of the Committee to the House.
Ordered, That the Chair make the Report to the House.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 11 OCTOBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee take oral evidence on Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, 2017-19.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Dublin and Newry on 26 October 2017 in relation to its inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland.
2. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
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The Committee took public evidence from Dr Katy Hayward, Lecturer in Sociology, Queen's University Belfast; Paul Mac Flynn, Senior Economist, Nevin Economic Research Institute; and Dr Sylvia de Mars, Lecturer in Law, Newcastle Law School.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 18 October 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 18 OCTOBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Jack Lopresti
1. Committee Membership and Declaration of Interests
Bob Stewart declared his interests, in accordance with the Resolution of the House of 13 July 1992 (see Appendix A).
2. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee take oral evidence on Update from the PSNI.
3. Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, 2017-19
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland; and Sir Jonathan Stephens KCB, Permanent Secretary, Northern Ireland Office.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 25 October 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 25 OCTOBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Jack Lopresti
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Bombardier.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Basel, Switzerland on 22-23 November 2017 in relation to its inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland.
2. Update from the PSNI
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from George Hamilton QPM, Chief Constable, Police Service of Northern Ireland; and Stephen Martin, Assistant Chief Constable, Police Service of Northern Ireland.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 1 November 2017 at 9.15 am
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THURSDAY 26 OCTOBER 2017
The Chair, Maria Caulfield, Mr Stephen Hepburn, Kate Hoey, Conor McGinn and Nigel
2017.
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WEDNESDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Conor McGinn
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Belfast on 29-30 November 2017 in relation to its inquiry into Bombardier.
2. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
– Legatum Institute Special Trade Commission
The Committee took public evidence from Dr Christian Bock, Director General, Federal Customs Administration (Switzerland); Lieutenant Colonel Rebekka Straessle, Chief of Staff, Swiss Border Guard; Kristin Breiland, Directorate of Norwegian Customs; and Liv Kristin Rundberget, Assistant Director, Directorate of Norwegian Customs.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 15 November 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 15 NOVEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills Maria Caulfield Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Jack Lopresti
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland – dealing with the deficit.
2. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Bombardier be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
– Boeing – Mr Jack Harrington
3. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
– Alliance Party of Northern Ireland – Association of British Insurers – BrexitLawNI – British Veterinary Association (Northern Ireland branch) – The Centre for Cross Border Studies – The Consumer Council – Foyle Port (The Londonderry Port and Harbour Commissioners) – Freight Transport Association – Irish Central Border Area Network – Dr Richard Lang
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– National Platform for EU Research and Information Centre – Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission – Northern Ireland Local Government Association – Sandelford –
The Committee took public evidence from The Hon Fabian Picardo MP, Chief Minister of Gibraltar; The Hon Joseph John Garcia MP, Deputy Chief Minister of Gibraltar; and Michael Llamas QC, Attorney General of Gibraltar.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 22 November 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Jack Lopresti Bob Stewart Conor McGinn
1. Committee Membership and Declaration of Interests
John Grogan declared his interests, in accordance with the Resolution of the House of 13 July 1992 (see Appendix A).
2. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
3. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Bombardier be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
– GMB – Unite the Union
The Committee took public evidence from Susan Fitzgerald, Regional Secretary, Unite the Union; Jimmy Kelly, Regional Secretary, Unite the Union; George Burnside, Senior Lay Representative, Unite the Union; and Noel Gibson, Senior Lay Representative, Unite the Union.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 29 November 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 22 - THURSDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2017
The Chair, Kate Hoey, Jack Lopresti, Nigel Mills and Bob Stewart visited Basel, Switzerland
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WEDNESDAY 29 NOVEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Chloe Smith MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Northern Ireland Office; and Mr Robin Walker MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Department for Exiting the European Union.
[Adjourned till Thursday 30 November 2017 at 10.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 29 - THURSDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2017
The Chair, John Grogan, Lady Hermon, Jack Lopresti, Nigel Mills, Ian Paisley and Jim Shannon 1 November 2017.
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THURSDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2017
The Committee met at Parliament Buildings, Stormont
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Ian Paisley Jack Lopresti Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Eugene Rooney, Director, Skills and Business Development Group, Department for the Economy; Jeremy Fitch, Executive Director, Business and Sector Development, Invest NI; and Michael Polson, Client Manager, Advanced Materials, Invest NI.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 6 December 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 6 DECEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon Jack Lopresti Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Bombardier be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Department for the Economy
The Committee took public evidence from Jonathan McAlpin, Chief Executive, East Belfast Enterprise, Stephen Kelly, Chief Executive, Manufacturing NI, and Richard Hogg, Board Member, Manufacturing NI.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 13 December 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 13 DECEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti John Grogan Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Brussels on 21-22 January 2018 in relation to its inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland.
2. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Sir Michael Arthur, President Boeing Europe and Managing Director UK and Ireland, Steven Gillard, Head of Government Affairs, UK and Ireland, and Matthew Knowles, Communications Director, UK and Ireland.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 20 December 2017 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 20 DECEMBER 2017
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Jack Lopresti John Grogan Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Bombardier be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Construction Employers Federation - Manufacturing NI
3. Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Dr Edward Cooke
4. Electricity sector in Northern Ireland
Draft Special Report (Electricity sector in Northern Ireland), proposed by the Chair, brought up, read the first and second time, and agreed to.
Resolved, That the Report be the Second Special Report of the Committee to the House.
Ordered, That the Chair make the Report to the House.
5. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
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[Adjourned till Wednesday 10 January 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 10 JANUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn John Grogan Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- The Centre for Cross Border Studies - Dr Edward Cooke - Macmillan Cancer Support - The Northern Ireland Association of Social Workers
3. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Richard Harrington MP, Amanda Brooks, Director, Trade Remedies, Access and Controls, Department for International Trade, and Paul Griffiths, Head of Civil Aerospace, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
[Adjourned till Wednesday 17 January 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 17 JANUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Conor McGinn
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Belfast on 1 February 2018 in relation to its inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit.
2. Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Landscape Institute Northern Ireland
3. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
[Adjourned till Monday 22 January 2018 at 4.00 pm
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SUNDAY 21 - MONDAY 22 JANUARY 2018
The Chair, John Grogan, Kate Hoey, Nigel Mills, Jim Shannon and Bob Stewart visited Brussels 13 December 2017.
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MONDAY 22 JANUARY 2018
The Committee met at the European Commission, Brussels
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Nigel Mills
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Michel Barnier, European Chief Negotiator for the United Kingdom Exiting the European Union.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 24 January 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 24 JANUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Derry-Londonderry on 5 March 2018 in relation to its inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit.
Resolved, That the Committee take oral evidence on the Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, 2017-19.
2. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Amnesty International UK and the Family Planning Association - Hospitality Ulster
The Committee took public evidence from David Sterling, Head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service, and Hugh Widdis, Permanent Secretary of the Department for Finance, Northern Ireland Executive.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 31 January 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Conor McGinn
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Construction Employers Federation - Northern Ireland Local Government Association
3. Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, 2017-19
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, and Sir Jonathan Stephens KCB, Permanent Secretary, Northern Ireland Office.
[Adjourned till Thursday 1 February 2018 at 10.45 am
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THURSDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2018
The Chair, John Grogan, Lady Hermon, Kate Hoey and Nigel Mills visited Belfast in accordance 17 January 2018.
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THURSDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2018
The Committee met at Parliament Buildings Stormont, Belfast
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Kate Hoey Lady Hermon Nigel Mills
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Seamus McAleavey, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action, David Fry, Assistant Director, Construction Employers Federation, Colin Neill, Chief Executive, Hospitality Ulster, Glyn Roberts, Chief Executive, Retail NI, Gavin Boyd, Chief Executive, Education Authority, Anne Connolly, Chair, Northern Ireland Policing Board, Martin Dillon, Chief Executive, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, and Amanda Stewart, Chief Executive of Northern Ireland Policing Board.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 6 February 2018 at 4.30 pm
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TUESDAY 6 FEBRUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Kate Hoey Ian Paisley Nigel Mills Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Bombardier
The Committee considered this matter.
Draft Report (Bombardier), proposed by the Chair, brought up and read.
The draft report was agreed to; the Formal Minutes relating to the consideration of the Report are published in the First Report of the Committee, HC 533, Session 2017-19.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 7 February 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 7 FEBRUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up.
2. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Education Authority - Professor Christopher McCrudden - Professor Richard Wilford
The Committee took public evidence from Christopher McCrudden, Professor of Human Rights and Equality Law, Queen's University Belfast, Jonathan Tonge, Professor of Politics, University of Liverpool, and Richard Wilford, Professor of Politics, Queen's University Belfast.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 21 February 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 21 FEBRUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti John Grogan Conor McGinn Lady Hermon Nigel Mills Kate Hoey Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action - Quarry Products Association NI
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Martin Leech
4. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Community Relations Council
The Committee took public evidence from Paul Braithwaite, Programme Leader, Building Change Trust, Jamie Bryson, Unionist Voice Policy Studies, Derek McCallan, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Local Government Association, Ruth Taillon, Director,
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Centre for Cross-Border Studies, Colum Eastwood MLA, Leader of the Social Democratic and Labour Party, and Claire Sugden MLA.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 28 February 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 28 FEBRUARY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn John Grogan Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon Jack Lopresti Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Humanists UK - Institution of Engineering and Technology - NI Construction Group - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs - -operative Society Ltd. - Northern Ireland Fish Producers Organisation and the Anglo-North Irish Fish Producers Organisation - Northern Ireland Marine Task Force
4. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
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The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon the Lord Murphy of Torfaen, Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, and Sir Jonathan Stephens KCB, Permanent Secretary, Northern Ireland Office.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 6 March 2018 at 4.15 pm
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MONDAY 5 MARCH 2018
The Chair, Mr Gregory Campbell, Jack Lopresti and Ian Paisley visited Derry-Londonderry in 17 January 2018.
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TUESDAY 6 MARCH 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart Jack Lopresti
1. Committee Membership and Declaration of Interests
Mr Robert Goodwill declared his interests, in accordance with the Resolution of the House of 13 July 1992 (see Appendix A).
2. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Belfast City Council - Belfast Global Shapers - British Medical Association - Cavendish Coalition - Chartered Accountants Ireland - NIACRO - The Open University - The Pharmacy Forum NI - NHS Confederation European Office - Northern Ireland Environment Link - Royal College of General Practitioners NI - Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health -
4. Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up
The Committee considered this matter.
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Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- AES UK & Ireland - County Monaghan Anti-Pylon Committee - Electricity Association of Ireland - Irish Energy Blog - Mid and East Antrim Borough Council - NEPPC - Northern Ireland Renewables Industry Group - Northern Renewables Ltd. - Prospect - Robert Graham - Mr Roy Beggs - Safe Electricity for Armagh and Tyrone - SSE - Val Martin - West Tyrone Against Wind Turbines
5. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Steven Agnew MLA, Leader of the Green Party in Northern Ireland, Robin Swann MLA, Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party, and Jim Allister QC MLA, Leader of Traditional Unionist Voice.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 7 March 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 7 MARCH 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Mr Robert Goodwill Ian Paisley Mr Stephen Hepburn Jim Shannon Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Simon Hamilton MLA.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 13 March 2018 at 2.00 pm
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TUESDAY 13 MARCH 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
Draft Report (The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland), proposed by the Chair, brought up and read.
The draft report was agreed to; the Formal Minutes relating to the consideration of the Report are published in the Second Report of the Committee, HC 329, Session 2017-19.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 14 March 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 14 MARCH 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: tell us what you think be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Ben Warwick - British Veterinary Association
3. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Outreach and Engagement event: Derry-Londonderry
4. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Dr Katy Hayward
5. Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up
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The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Dr Patrick Keatley - RES
The Committee took public evidence from Ian Luney, President, AES UK & Ireland, Robin McCormick, General Manager, SONI Ltd, Jenny Pyper, Chief Executive, The Utility Regulator, Jo Aston, Director of Wholesale Markets, The Utility Regulator, Cllr Paul Reid, Mayor, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Anne Donaghy, Chief Executive, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, and Louise Kennedy, Head of Policy, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 21 March 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 21 MARCH 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti Mr Robert Goodwill Ian Paisley John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Portavogie on 14 June 2018 in relation to its inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries.
2. Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Dr Patrick Keatley, Research Fellow for Energy Storage Integration, Ulster University, Dara Lynott, Chief Executive Officer, Electricity Association of Ireland, Stephen Wheeler, Managing Director, SSE Ireland, and Andrew Greer, General Manager Northern Ireland, SSE Airtricity.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 18 April 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 18 APRIL 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Mr Robert Goodwill Jack Lopresti John Grogan Ian Paisley Mr Stephen Hepburn Jim Shannon Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Bombardier
Draft Special Report (Bombardier), proposed by the Chair, brought up, read the first and second time, and agreed to.
Resolved, That the Report be the Third Special Report of the Committee to the House.
Ordered, That the Chair make the Report to the House.
3. Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Green Party in Northern Ireland
4. Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Electricity Sector in Northern Ireland: Follow-up be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- AES UK & Ireland - Electricity Association of Ireland - Mid & East Antrim Borough Council - Unite the Union - Utility Regulator - SSE
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5. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Professor Richard Barnes, Associate Dean for Research, University of Hull, Dr Lynn Gilmore, Manager, Seafish Northern Ireland, and Pieter-Jan Schon, Head of Fisheries and Aquatic Ecosystems, Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 25 April 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 25 APRIL 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board - Dr Viviane Gravey and Dr Mary Dobbs
3. Northern Ireland Office Main Estimate 2018-19 Memorandum
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the written evidence submitted by the Northern Ireland Office be reported to the House for publication on the internet.
4. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Dr Thomas Appleby
The Committee took public evidence from Alan McCulla OBE, CEO, The Anglo-Northern Irish Fish Producers Organisation, and Harry Wick, CEO, The Northern Ireland Fish Producers Organisation.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 2 May 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 2 MAY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Ian Paisley Mr Robert Goodwill Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart Jack Lopresti
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Horticulture Forum for Northern Ireland - National Office of Animal Health - Northern Ireland Flower and Foliage Association
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Dr Jade Berman, Living Seas Manager, Ulster Wildlife, Dr Kenneth Bodles, Marine Conservation Officer, RSPB Northern Ireland, Jennifer Fulton, Vice Chair of Northern Ireland Environment Link and Chief Executive of Ulster Wildlife, and Donal McCarthy, Senior Policy Officer, RSPB.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 9 May 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 9 MAY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Mr Stephen Hepburn Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- British Veterinary Association - CBI Northern Ireland - National Association of British and Irish Millers - Northway Mushrooms Ltd. - Ulster Arable Society
3. Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 15 May 2018 at 2.00 pm
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TUESDAY 15 MAY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti Mr Robert Goodwill Conor McGinn Mr Stephen Hepburn Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
The Committee considered this matter.
Draft Report (Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit), proposed by the Chair, brought up and read.
The draft report was agreed to; the Formal Minutes relating to the consideration of the Report are published in the Third Report of the Committee, HC 613, Session 2017-19.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 16 May 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 16 MAY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jack Lopresti Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Existing passport processes.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from George Eustice MP, and Nigel Gooding, Deputy Director for Fisheries and Conservation policy, DEFRA.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 22 May 2018 at 1.45 pm
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TUESDAY 22 MAY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Professor Richard Barnes
3. Existing passport processes
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon Caroline Nokes MP, Minister of State for Immigration.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 6 June 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 6 JUNE 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon Mr Robert Goodwill Kate Hoey John Grogan Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
The Committee took public evidence from Wesley Aston, Chief Executive, Ulster Farmers' Union, Dr Mary Dobbs, Lecturer in Environmental Law, Queen's University Belfast, and Dr Viviane Gravey, Lecturer in European Politics, Queen's University Belfast.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 13 June 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 13 JUNE 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills Mr Robert Goodwill Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute - Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs - Seafish
2. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland
Draft Special Report (The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland), proposed by the Chair, brought up, read the first and second time, and agreed to.
Resolved, That the Report be the Fourth Special Report of the Committee to the House.
Ordered, That the Chair make the Report to the House.
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Mr Ian Duff
The Committee took public evidence from Sarah Baker, Strategic Insights Manager, Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board, Ian Duff, Coordinator, Northern Ireland Stakeholder Potato Promotion Group, Dr Barbara Erwin, Chair, Horticulture Forum for Northern Ireland, and Elaine Shaw, Chief Executive, Northway Mushrooms.
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[Adjourned till Thursday 14 June 2018 at 3.30 pm
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THURSDAY 14 JUNE 2018
The Chair, Mr Robert Goodwill, Kate Hoey, Nigel Mills, Ian Paisley and Jim Shannon visited Portavogie 21 March 2018.
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THURSDAY 14 JUNE 2018
The Committee met at the Strangford Arms Hotel, Newtownards
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Robert Goodwill Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Pat Close, Chairman and CEO, Lough Neagh -operative, Sharon McMahon, Designated Officer, Loughs Agency, Jimmy Kelly, Fisherman, and Andrew Orr, Fisherman.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 20 June 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 20 JUNE 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Ian Paisley Mr Robert Goodwill Jim Shannon Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Northern Ireland Marine Task Force
3. Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Anonymous - Malone House Group - Mr Paul Johnston
4. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Dr Simon Doherty, Junior Vice President, British Veterinary Association, Conall Donnelly, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Meat Exporters Association, Dr Mike Johnston, Northern Ireland Director, Dairy UK, and Ian Stevenson, Chief Executive, Livestock and Meat Commission.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 27 June 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 27 JUNE 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon John Grogan Ian Paisley Mr Stephen Hepburn Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Belfast on 16 July 2018 in relation to its inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture.
2. Update from the PSNI
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from George Hamilton QPM, Chief Constable, Police Service of Northern Ireland, and Stephen Martin QPM, Assistant Chief Constable, Police Service of Northern Ireland.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 4 July 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 4 JULY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health.
2. Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Anonymous - Arkiv - Commission for Victims and Survivors for Northern Ireland - Family Research and Policy Unit - Model Bill Team - Mr Neil Faris - Mr Peter Smith CBE QC - Prisons Memory Archive - Queen's University Belfast Human Rights Centre - Ulster Human Rights Watch - Ulster Unionist Party - WAVE Trauma Centre
3. Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, 2017-19
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Colin Perry, Director of Change, Economy and Legacy, and Chris Flatt, Deputy Director, Legacy Group, Northern Ireland Office.
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[Adjourned till Wednesday 11 July 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 11 JULY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon John Grogan Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Horticulture Forum for Northern Ireland
[Adjourned till Monday 16 July 2018 at 9.15 am
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MONDAY 16 JULY 2018
The Chair, John Grogan, Kate Hoey, Nigel Mills, Ian Paisley and Jim Shannon visited Belfast 27 June 2018.
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MONDAY 16 JULY 2018
The Committee met at Parliament Buildings, Stormont
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon Nigel Mills
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Allan Chambers, Farmer, Adrian McGowan, Farmer, Thomas Douglas, Farmer, Peter Gallagher, Farmer, William Irvine, Farmer, and Malcolm Keys, Farmer.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 18 July 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 18 JULY 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Jim Shannon Mr Stephen Hepburn
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health.
2. Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Northern Ireland Retired Police Officers Association
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Consultation on implementation of the Stormont House Agreement be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Professor Joseph McMahon
The Committee took public evidence from George Eustice MP, Minister of State for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, and Charles Hotham, Deputy Lead on Future Farming Policy and Legislation and Head of Devolution.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 5 September 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Robert Goodwill Kate Hoey John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Nature Matters NI
3. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Loughs Agency
4. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- AbbVie - Action Mental Health - Association for Real Change Northern Ireland - Breast Cancer Now - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Cancer Focus Northern Ireland - Cancer Research UK - The Cedar Foundation - Compass Advocacy Network
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- Macmillan Cancer Support - Northern Ireland Assembly All-Party Group on Cancer - The Royal British Legion - Royal College of Occupational Therapists - Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh - Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation - Supported Employment Solutions
The Committee took public evidence from Valerie Watts, Chief Executive, Health and Social Care Board and Interim Chief Executive, Public Health Agency, Dr Miriam McCarthy, Director of Commissioning, Health and Social Care Board, Dr Adrian Mairs, Director of Public Health, Public Health Agency, and Paul Cummings, Director of Finance, Health and Social Care Board and Public Health Agency.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 11 September 2018 at 4.30 pm
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TUESDAY 11 SEPTEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell John Grogan Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Robert Goodwill Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
The Committee considered this matter.
Draft Report (Brexit and Northern Ireland: fisheries), proposed by the Chair, brought up and read.
The draft report was agreed to; the Formal Minutes relating to the consideration of the Report are published in the Fourth Report of the Committee, HC 878, Session 2017-19.
3. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- ABPI - Action for Children - Association of Social Workers Northern Ireland - Barnardo's Northern Ireland - Bristol-Myers Squibb - British Dental Association Northern Ireland - British Pregnancy Advisory Service - British Red Cross - The College of Podiatry - Community Pharmacy NI - Marie Curie Northern Ireland - Myeloma UK - Positive Life - Royal College of General Practitioners NI - Royal College of Nursing - Royal College of Pathologists
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- Ulster University
[Adjourned till Wednesday 12 September 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills Mr Robert Goodwill Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Belfast on 22 October 2018 in relation to its inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health.
3. Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit
Draft Special Report (Devolution and Democracy in Northern Ireland dealing with the deficit), proposed by the Chair, brought up, read the first and second time, and agreed to.
Resolved, That the Report be the Fifth Special Report of the Committee to the House.
Ordered, That the Chair make the Report to the House.
4. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Margaret Carr, Northern Ireland Public Affairs Manager, Cancer Research UK, Roisin Foster, Chief Executive, Cancer Focus Northern Ireland, Samantha Nicklin, Assistant Director of Policy and Campaigns, Breast Cancer Now, and Martin Abrams, Change Delivery Manager, Prostate Cancer UK.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 10 October 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Jim Shannon Mr Stephen Hepburn Bob Stewart Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Bowel Cancer UK - The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
3. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Abbey Grammar School Newry - Alliance Party of Northern Ireland - APTIS: the Association of Principals in Integrated Schools - Association of School and college Leaders - Barnardo's Northern Ireland - Belfast Global Shapers - Brackenagh West Primary School - British Psychological Society - Children in Northern Ireland - Comhairle na Gaelscolaíochta - Controlled Schools' Support Council - Council for Catholic Maintained Schools - Mr David Haire - Democratic Unionist Party - Department of Education - Dromintee P.S.
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- Early Years - the organisation for young children - Employers For Childcare - Equality Commission for Northern Ireland - Friends' School Lisburn - Governing Bodies Association (GBA) - Grosvenor Grammar School - Holy Family Primary and Nursery School Derry - Integrated AlumNI - Integrated Education Fund - INTO/NEU/UTU - Killinchy Primary School - Killowen Primary School - NASUWT - National Association of Head Teachers - Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People - Northern Ireland Community Relations Council - Northern Ireland Council For Integrated Education - Principal Marie Lindsay - Queen's University Belfast - Mr Ray Cromie - The National Deaf Children's Society - The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists - School Principal's Forum - Sólás (Special Needs) Charity - Start360 - St. Anne's Primary School - St. Columbanus' College - St. Kieran's P.S. - St. Killian's College - St. Patricks's College - The Standing Conference on Teacher Education, North and South - Strandtown Primary School - Strategic Primary Principals Forum - South Belfast Sure Start - Transferors Representatives' Council - YouthAction Northern Ireland
The Committee took public evidence from Authority, John Collings, Director of Education, Education Authority, and Joyce Bill, Director of Finance & ICT, Education Authority.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 16 October 2018 at 1.00 pm
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TUESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Jim Shannon Nigel Mills
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
The Committee considered this matter.
Draft Report (Brexit and Agriculture in Northern Ireland), proposed by the Chair, brought up and read.
The draft report was agreed to; the Formal Minutes relating to the consideration of the Report are published in the Fifth Report of the Committee, HC 939, Session 2017-19.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 17 October 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 17 OCTOBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell John Grogan Mr Robert Goodwill Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Lynda Wilson, Director, Barnardo's Northern Ireland, Carolyn Ewart, National Director, British Association of Social Workers Northern Ireland, and Joan McEwan, Head of Policy and Public Affairs, Marie Curie Northern Ireland.
[Adjourned till Monday 22 October 2018 at 9.15 am
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MONDAY 22 OCTOBER 2018
The Chair, Mr Robert Goodwill, John Grogan, Mr Stephen Hepburn, Lady Hermon, Kate Hoey, Jim Shannon and Bob Stewart 12 September 2018.
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MONDAY 22 OCTOBER 2018
The Committee met at Parliament Buildings, Stormont
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Robert Goodwill Kate Hoey John Grogan Jim Shannon Mr Stephen Hepburn Bob Stewart Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Melanie Kennedy, Catherine O'Reilly, and Scott Peddie.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 31 October 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 31 OCTOBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Jim Shannon Mr Robert Goodwill Bob Stewart Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Deirdre Gillespie, Principal, St Mary's Grammar School and President, Association of School and College Leaders NI, Dr Graham Gault, Principal, Maghaberry Primary School and Secretary, Strategic Primary Principals
Drumragh Integrated College.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 13 November 2018 at 3.00 pm
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TUESDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Conor McGinn John Grogan Nigel Mills Lady Hermon Bob Stewart Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Age NI
3. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland: Follow-up
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Mr Lars Karlsson, CEO of KGH Border Services, Author of Smart Border 2.0.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 14 November 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Conor McGinn Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Support for UK Victims of IRA attacks that used Gaddafi-supplied Semtex and weapons: Follow-up.
2. The land border between Northern Ireland and Ireland: Follow-up
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Mr Hans Maessen, Brexit advisor at SGS Government and Institutions Services.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 20 November 2018 at 2.45 pm
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TUESDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Conor McGinn John Grogan Nigel Mills Mr Stephen Hepburn Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Support for UK Victims of IRA attacks that used Gaddafi-supplied Semtex and weapons: Follow-up
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from The Rt Hon Alistair Burt MP, Minister of State for International Development and Minister of State for the Middle East at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, and Nicholas Williams, Head of North Africa FCO/DFID Joint Unit.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 21 November 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Maria Caulfield Ian Paisley Mr Robert Goodwill Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Strabane on 28 January 2019 in relation to its inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education.
2. Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, 2017-19
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Colin Perry, Director, EU Exit and Business Delivery, and Chris Flatt, Director, Strategy and Legacy.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 28 November 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 28 NOVEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Conor McGinn Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Robert Goodwill Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Dr Michael McBride, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health (NI).
[Adjourned till Wednesday 5 December 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 5 DECEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon Mr Robert Goodwill Kate Hoey John Grogan Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Gerry Campbell, Chief Executive, Council for Catholic Maintained Schools, Tony McCusker, Chair, Finance and Personnel Committee, Council for Catholic Maintained Schools, Barry Mulholland, Chief Executive, Controlled Schools Support Council, and Heather Murray, Board Member, Controlled Schools
Governing Bodies Association, Sir Gerry Loughran, Vice Chairman, Governing Bodies Association, Roisin Marshall, Chief Executive Officer, Northern Ireland Council for Integrated Education, Diane McDowell, NICIE Representative, Department for Education Local Management of Schools Funding Committee and Bursar, Hazelwood Integrated Primary School.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 12 December 2018 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 12 DECEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Fisheries
Draft Special Report (Brexit and Northern Ireland: fisheries), proposed by the Chair, brought up, read the first and second time, and agreed to.
Resolved, That the Report be the Sixth Special Report of the Committee to the House.
Ordered, That the Chair make the Report to the House.
3. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- National Association of Head Teachers Northern Ireland
4. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from David Babington, Chief Executive, Action Mental Health, Dr Gerry Lynch, Chair of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in Northern Ireland and Vice President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Professor Peter McBride, Chief Executive, Inspire, and Professor Nichola Rooney, Chair of the British Psychological Society Northern Ireland.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 18 December 2018 at 4.30 pm
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TUESDAY 18 DECEMBER 2018
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Brexit and Northern Ireland: Agriculture
Draft Special Report (Brexit and Agriculture in Northern Ireland), proposed by the Chair, brought up, read the first and second time, and agreed to.
Resolved, That the Report be the Seventh Special Report of the Committee to the House.
Ordered, That the Chair make the Report to the House.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 9 January 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 9 JANUARY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon Maria Caulfield Ian Paisley Mr Robert Goodwill Jim Shannon John Grogan
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Geri Cameron, President, National Association of Head Teachers, NI, Justin McCamphill, Senior Northern Ireland Official, National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers, and Gerry Murphy, Northern Secretary, Irish National Teachers Organisation.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 16 January 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 16 JANUARY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Kate Hoey Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 Budget: Health
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Richard Pengelly, Permanent Secretary, Department of Health (NI), and Jackie Johnston, Deputy Secretary of Healthcare Policy, Department of Health (NI).
[Adjourned till Wednesday 23 January 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Kate Hoey Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- British Association of Social Workers Northern Ireland - Mr Adam Quantrill
The Committee took public evidence from Isabelle Van Damme, Counsel, Van Bael and Bellis, Martin Howe QC, Chairman, Lawyers for Britain, and Sir Stephen Laws.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 30 January 2019 at 9.15 am
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MONDAY 28 JANUARY 2019
The Chair, My Gregory Campbell, Mr Robert Goodwill, John Grogan, Kate Hoey and Bob Stewart visited Strabane 21 November 2019.
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WEDNESDAY 30 JANUARY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Conor McGinn Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- - Martin Howe QC - NICVA - NILGA - Ulster Farmers Union - Ulster Unionist Party
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon Dominic Raab MP.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 6 February 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 6 FEBRUARY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Conor McGinn Mr Robert Goodwill Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Mr Stephen Hepburn Jim Shannon Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Tony Lloyd MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 13 February 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 13 FEBRUARY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Robert Goodwill Ian Paisley John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- British Veterinary Association - Centre for Cross Border Studies - David Phinnemore and Dr. Katy Hayward, Queen's University - Dr Nikos Skoutaris - - Federation of Small Businesses NI - Mr Conor McConville - National Energy Action (Northern Ireland) - The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) - Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) - Northern Ireland Women's European Platform - The Pharmacy Forum NI - Traditional Unionist Voice TUV - Wine and Spirit Trade Association
The Committee took public evidence from Dr Etain Tannam, Associate Professor of International Peace Studies, Trinity College Dublin, Colin Murray, Reader in Public Law, Newcastle University, and David Henig, Director of the UK Trade Policy Project, Co- Founder of the UK Trade Forum.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 27 February 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 27 FEBRUARY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Lady Hermon Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills Mr Robert Goodwill Ian Paisley John Grogan Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Tourism in Northern Ireland.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Sir Robert Salisbury, Chair of the 2013 Independent Review of the Common Funding Scheme, and Koulla Yiasouma, Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 6 March 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 6 MARCH 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley My Stephen Hepburn Jim Shannon Lady Hermon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- - Dr Maeve Macdonald
3. Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Andrew Bird
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon Sammy Wilson MP, Democratic Unionist Party; Gerry Carroll MLA, People Before Profit Alliance, Clare Bailey MLA, Green Party and Jim Allister MLA, Traditional Unionist Voice.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 6 March 2019 at 1.00 pm
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WEDNESDAY 6 MARCH 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Draft Report (The Northern Ireland backstop and the border: interim report), proposed by the Chair, brought up and read.
The draft report was agreed to; the Formal Minutes relating to the consideration of the Report are published in the Sixth Report of the Committee, HC 1850, Session 2017-19.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 13 March 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 13 MARCH 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Derek Baker, Permanent Secretary, Department
Services, Department of Education (NI), and Gary Fair, Director of Finance, Department of Education (NI).
[Adjourned till Wednesday 20 March 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 20 MARCH 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey Maria Caulfield Nigel Mills John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Belfast on 29 April 2019 in relation to its inquiry into Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments.
2. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Division of Educational & Child Psychology NI branch
3. Implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Stephen Farry MLA, Alliance Party of Northern Ireland, Steve Aiken MLA, Ulster Unionist Party and Claire Sudgen MLA.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 27 March 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 27 MARCH 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills Maria Caulfield Ian Paisley John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Work of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, 2017-19
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Colin Perry, Director, EU Exit and Business Delivery, and Chris Flatt, Director, Strategy and Legacy.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 3 April 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 3 APRIL 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Kate Hoey John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee hold an inquiry into Welfare policy in Northern Ireland.
2. HM Government support for UK victims of IRA attacks that used Gaddafi-supplied Semtex and weapons: follow-up
The Committee considered this matter.
Draft Report (HM Government support for UK victims of IRA attacks that used Gaddafi- supplied Semtex and weapons: follow-up), proposed by the Chair, brought up and read.
The draft report was agreed to; the Formal Minutes relating to the consideration of the Report are published in the Seventh Report of the Committee, HC 1723, Session 2017-19.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 24 April 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 24 APRIL 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Maria Caulfield Ian Paisley John Grogan Jim Shannon Mr Stephen Hepburn Sir Desmond Swayne Lady Hermon
1. Committee Membership and Declaration of Interests
Sir Desmond Swayne declared his interests, in accordance with the Resolution of the House of 13 July 1992 (see Appendix A).
2. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
3. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Justin Coleman, Agri Business and Live Production Services Director, Moy Park.
[Adjourned till Monday 29 April 2019 at 9.30 am
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MONDAY 29 APRIL 2019
The Chair, Mr Gregory Campbell, John Grogan, Lady Hermon, Kate Hoey, Nigel Mills, Ian Paisley and Jim Shannon visited Belfast 20 March 2019.
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MONDAY 29 APRIL 2019
The Committee met at Parliament Buildings Stormont, Belfast
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills John Grogan Ian Paisley Lady Hermon Jim Shannon Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Thomas Douglas, Ulster Farmer's Union, Chris Osborne, Ulster Farmer's Union, Alan Hegan, Director, Hegan Biomass, Robert Carmichael, Avril Robson, and Andrew Trimble, Chair, Renewable Heat Association Northern Ireland.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 1 May 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 1 MAY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Ian Paisley Maria Caulfield Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart Kate Hoey Sir Desmond Swayne Nigel Mills
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Anonymous - BS Holdings Ltd - Department for the Economy (DfE) - Mr Thomas Hempton - Thomas Douglas - Ulster Farmers Union
3. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Department of Education - Governing Bodies Association NI
4. Tourism in Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Tourism in Northern Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
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- A Fair Tax on Flying - Airlines UK - Airporter - Belfast International Airport Ltd - Cycling UK - Derry City & Strabane District Council - Foyle Port - Hospitality Ulster - Ms Sharman Finlay - Northern Ireland Hotels Federation - TGNI (Tour Guides NI) - VisitBritain - Visit Derry
The Committee took public evidence from Odhran Dunne, General Manager, Visit Derry, and Gerry Lennon, Chief Executive, Visit Belfast.
[Adjourned till Tuesday 7 May 2019 at 3.00 pm
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TUESDAY 7 MAY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
John Grogan Ian Paisley Kate Hoey Jim Shannon Nigel Mills Sir Desmond Swayne
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Hegan Biomass Ltd - The Renewable Heat Association for Northern Ireland - Sandy Carney - Tom Forgrave
The Committee took public evidence from George Peretz QC, Monckton Chambers, and Sean Ennis, Director at Centre for Competition Policy, Professor of Competition Policy at Norwich Business School.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 8 May 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 8 MAY 2019
Members present:
Dr Andrew Murrison, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Ian Paisley Maria Caulfield Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Sir Desmond Swayne Kate Hoey
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee visit Belfast on 10 June 2019 in relation to its inquiry into Welfare policy in Northern Ireland.
2. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
The Committee took public evidence from Noel Lavery, Permanent Secretary, Richard Rodgers, Head of Energy, and Jamie Warnock, Renewable Heat Incentive Task Force, Department for the Economy.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 15 May 2019 at 9.15 am
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WEDNESDAY 15 MAY 2019
Members present:
Kate Hoey, in the Chair
Mr Gregory Campbell Ian Paisley Maria Caulfield Jim Shannon John Grogan Bob Stewart Mr Stephen Hepburn Sir Desmond Swayne Lady Hermon
1. Chair
Resolved, That Kate Hoey take the Chair for this meeting and for any meetings subsequent to Dr Andrew Murrison stepping down as Chair of the Committee prior to the election of the new Chair.
2. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
3. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Anonymous - Charles Hurst Motor Group - Colin Newell - Creative Gardens NI Limited - John Fleck - Newtownstewart Parts Centre - Mr and Mrs Gordon (RHANI members) - Mr Mark Lewis - Mr Bill Sneyd - Mr Philip Swaile - William Bell (Tractors) Ltd.
4. Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education
The Committee considered this matter.
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Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Funding priorities for the 2018-19 budget: Education be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People
[Adjourned till Wednesday 22 May 2019 at 9.15 am
WEDNESDAY 22 MAY 2019
Members present:
Kate Hoey, took the Chair, in accordance with the Resolution of the Committee of 15 May
Mr Gregory Campbell Ian Paisley Maria Caulfield Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Bob Stewart Nigel Mills Sir Desmond Swayne
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Anonymous - Anonymous - Mr Thomas Hill - Renewable Heat Association Ltd
3. Tourism in Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Tourism in Northern Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Belfast City Council - ICC Belfast - Mr John Anderson - National Trust - NI Tourism Alliance - Tourism Ireland
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- TUI
The Committee took public evidence from Janice Fault, Chief Executive, Hotel Federation Northern Ireland, Eimear Flanagan, Steering Group Member, Tour Guides Northern Ireland, Colin Neill, Chief Executive, Hospitality Ulster, and Dr Joanne Stuart OBE, CEO, Northern Ireland Tourism Alliance.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 5 June 2019 at 9.15 am
WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE 2019
Members present:
Kate Hoey, took the Chair, in accordance with the Resolution of the Committee of 15 May
Mr Gregory Campbell Nigel Mills Maria Caulfield Ian Paisley John Grogan Jim Shannon Lady Hermon Sir Desmond Swayne
1. Future programme
The Committee considered this matter.
2. Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments
The Committee considered this matter.
Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Changes to NI Renewable Heat Incentive payments be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Anonymous
3. Welfare policy in Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
Resolved, That the Committee agreed, pursuant to Standing Order 137(A), that Lady Hermon, John Grogan, Ian Paisley and Jim Shannon attend the Work and Pensions Select Committee meeting in relation to Welfare policy in Northern Ireland.
4. Tourism in Northern Ireland
The Committee considered this matter.
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Ordered, That the following written evidence relating to the inquiry into Tourism in Northern Ireland be reported to the House for publication on the internet:
- Department for the Economy
The Committee took public evidence from Rob Griggs, Policy and Public Affairs Director, Airlines UK, Uel Hoey, Business Development Director, Belfast International Airport, Brian McGrath, Chief Executive, Foyle Port, and Niall McKeever, Chairman, Federation of Passenger Transport.
[Adjourned till Wednesday 19 June 2019 at 9.15 am
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MONDAY 10 JUNE 2019
John Grogan, Lady Hermon, Nigel Mills, Ian Paisley and Jim Shannon visited Belfast in 8 May 2019.
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APPENDIX A
Murrison, Dr Andrew (South West Wiltshire)
1. Employment and earnings
Surgeon Commander Royal Naval Reserve, HMS President, St Katherine’s Dock, London. (Updated 15 January 2014 and 2 October 2015)
2 May 2017, received £1,088.68. Hours: 32 hrs. (Registered 09 June 2017)
6. Land and property portfolio: (i) value over £100,000 and/or (ii) giving rental income of over £10,000 a year
Joint owner, with my wife, of agricultural buildings and field in Wiltshire: (i).
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses
I employ my wife, Jennifer Murrison, as part-time Senior Caseworker. (Updated 29 June 2015)
Campbell, Mr Gregory (East Londonderry)
8. Miscellaneous
Unremunerated interests currently registered on the NI Assembly website register do not appear here as they are not registrable under House of Commons rules.
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses
I employ my wife, Frances Campbell, as part-time Secretary.
Caulfield, Maria (Lewes)
1. Employment and earnings
Registered nurse at Royal Marsden Hospital, Fulham Road, London SW1 6JJ:
5 August 2016, received £66.96. Hours: 7.5 hrs. (Registered 24 August 2016)
12 August 2016, received £313.67. Hours: 23 hrs. (Registered 24 August 2016)
19 August 2016, received £251. Hours: 23 hrs. (Registered 24 August 2016)
26 August 2016, received £119.86. Hours: 11.5 hrs on 18 August 2016. (Registered 30 August 2016)
23 September 2016, received £197.07. Hours: 11.5 hours worked on 17 September 2016. (Registered 03 October 2016)
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30 September 2016, received £100.03. Hours: 11.5 hours worked on 22 September 2016. (Registered 03 October 2016)
6 January 2017, received £301.47. Hours: 23 hrs. (Registered 20 January 2017)
13 January 2017, received £127.67. Hours: 11.5 hrs. (Registered 20 January 2017)
3 February 2017, received £144.81. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 21 February 2017)
24 February 2017, received £100.03. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 13 March 2017)
17 March 2017, received £230.71. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 07 April 2017)
7 April 2017, received £158. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 07 April 2017)
13 April 2017, received £350. Hours: 24 hrs. (Registered 28 April 2017)
23 June 2017, received £122.10. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 04 July 2017)
11 August 2017, received £128.02. Hours: 12 hrs. (Registered 14 August 2017)
2. (a) Support linked to an MP but received by a local party organisation or indirectly via a central party organisation
Name of donor: Mr Peter McDonnell Address of donor: private Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £5,000 Donor status: individual (Registered 30 June 2017)
Name of donor: The United and Cecil Club Address of donor: New Penderel House, 283-287 High Holborn, London WC1V 7HF Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £2,500 Donor status: members' association (Registered 30 June 2017)
Name of donor: Lord Michael Farmer Address of donor: private Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £2,000 Donor status: individual (Registered 30 June 2017)
Name of donor: J C Bamford Excavators Ltd Address of donor: Lakeside works, Denstone Road, Rocester ST14 5JP Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £3,000 Donor status: company, registration 00561597 (Registered 05 July 2017)
Name of donor: Clerewell Ltd Address of donor: London & Associated Properties plc, 24 Bruton Place, London W1J 6NE Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £2,000 Donor status: company, registration 01798514 (Registered 05 July 2017)
Name of donor: The Tandridge Club Address of donor: Pains Hill Corner, Pains Hill, Oxted, RH8 0RB Amount of donation, or nature and value if donation in kind: £2,000 Donor status: unincorporated association (Registered 05 July 2017)
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4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: Conservative Friends of Israel Ltd Address of donor: PO Box 72288, London SW1P 9LB Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): travel and accommodation with a value of £2,000 Destination of visit: Israel and the West Bank Dates of visit: 25-30 September 2016 Purpose of visit: Fact finding political delegation. (Registered 07 October 2016)
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses
I employ my partner, Steve Bell, as a Parliamentary Assistant. (Registered 04 January 2016; updated 22 March 2016)
Goodwill, Mr Robert (Scarborough and Whitby)
2. (a) Support linked to an MP but received by a local party organisation or indirectly via a central party organisation
Name of donor: Broadland Properties Ltd Address of donor: 137 Scalby Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO12 6TB Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £3,000 Donor status: company, registration 00483844 (Registered 05 July 2017)
6. Land and property portfolio: (i) value over £100,000 and/or (ii) giving rental income of over £10,000 a year
Southwood Farm, Terrington, York, which is farmed "in hand": (i) and (ii).
Three industrial units at Southwood Farm, Terrington, York: (i) and (ii).
Four houses in Teesside. Administered by R W Goodwill, Property Division: (i) and (ii).
A residential property in North Yorkshire which is under renovation with a view to letting. Administered by R W Goodwill, Property Division: (i). (Registered 03 April 2012)
Flat in London. Administered by R W Goodwill, Property Division: (i) and (ii). (Registered 10 April 2012)
7. (i) Shareholdings: over 15% of issued share capital
Mowthorpe (UK) Ltd; cemetery company
7. (ii) Other shareholdings, valued at more than £70,000
Barclays; banking
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8. Miscellaneous
I own a commercial ship which is leased to an operator and from which I receive income. (Updated 29 May 2012)
Unremunerated managing director of Mowthorpe (UK) Ltd; see entry in Category 7 above. (Updated 13 May 2015)
Farmer; R W Goodwill, Southwood Farm, Terrington, York. I draw no money from the farm. (Updated 13 May 2015)
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses
I employ my wife, Maureen Goodwill, as Parliamentary Assistant and Caseworker.
Grogan, John (Keighley)
2. (a) Support linked to an MP but received by a local party organisation or indirectly via a central party organisation
Name of donor: Communication Workers Union Address of donor: 6 Concept Court, Kettlestring Lane, Clifton Moor, York YO30 4XF Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £2,000 Donor status: trade union (Registered 05 July 2017)
8. Miscellaneous
Unremunerated Director of the Mongolian-British Chamber of Commerce. (Registered 05 July 2017)
Hepburn, Mr Stephen (Jarrow)
2. (a) Support linked to an MP but received by a local party organisation or indirectly via a central party organisation
Name of donor: Unite the Union Address of donor: 128, Theobalds Road, Holborn, London WC1X 8TN Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £4,000 Donor status: trade union (Registered 07 July 2017)
Hermon, Lady (North Down)
Nil
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Hoare, Simon (North Dorset)
4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: Kuwait National Assembly Address of donor: Arabian Gulf Street, Kuwait City, Kuwait, PO Box 716 Safat Postal Code 13008 Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Flights, transport, food and accommodation with a value of £3,800 Destination of visit: Kuwait Dates of visit: 6 - 9 November 2018 Purpose of visit: APPG on Kuwait delegation to visit the Kuwait Parliament and to gain a better understanding of the important Kuwait/UK bilateral relationship. (Registered 28 November 2018)
6. Land and property portfolio: (i) value over £100,000 and/or (ii) giving rental income of over £10,000 a year
House in Oxfordshire, owned jointly with my wife: (i) and, since September 2015, (ii). (Registered 21 May 2015; updated 8 January 2018.)
8. Miscellaneous
Unremunerated trustee of Bowel and Cancer Research. (Registered 21 August 2015)
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses
I employ my wife, Kate Hoare, as a part-time constituency caseworker. (Registered 29 February 2016)
Hoey, Kate (Vauxhall)
1. Employment and earnings
1 February 2017, received £600 from News UK and Ireland, 1 London Bridge Street, London SE1 9GF, for two articles written during December 2016 and January 2017. Hours: 6 hrs. (Registered 22 February 2017)
2. (b) Any other support not included in Category 2(a)
Name of donor: Fire Brigades Union (FBU) Address of donor: Bradley House, 68 Coombe Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 7AE Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: the administration and coordination of the FBU Parliamentary Group, of which I am the Chair, provided by Union Services (Parliamentary Consultancy) between 21 March 2016 and 20 March 2017, value £15,960. Date received: 21 March 2016 to 20 March 2017 Date accepted: 21 March 2016 Donor status: trade union (Registered 07 October 2016)
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Name of donor: Fire Brigades Union (FBU) Address of donor: Bradley House, 68 Coombe Road, Kingston-upon-Thames KT2 7AE Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: the administration and coordination of the FBU Parliamentary Group, of which I am the Chair, provided by Union Services (Parliamentary Consultancy) between 1 April 2017 and 31 March 2018, value £16,464 Date received: 11 July 2017 Date accepted: 11 July 2017 Donor status: trade union (Registered 20 July 2017)
Lopresti, Jack (Filton and Bradley Stoke)
4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: Revision Military (UK) Ltd Address of donor: 360 Bristol Business Park, Cold Harbour Lane, Bristol BS16 1EJ Destination of visit: Montreal, Canada and Vermont, USA Date of visit: 10–14 August 2016 Amount of donation: Flights, hotel accommodation, food and transport to a total value of £2,400 Purpose of visit: Visit to Revision manufacturing facilities and attending Revision sponsored Wings Over Vermont Airshow. (Registered 22 August 2016)
Name of donor: HM Government of Gibraltar Address of donor: Gibraltar House, 150 Strand, London WC2R 1JA Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Flight, hotel and accommodation with an estimated value of £909 Destination of visit: Gibraltar Dates of visit: 8-10 September 2016 Purpose of visit: for National Day celebrations. (Registered 11 October 2016)
Name of donor: Taipei Representative Office in the U.K. Address of donor: 50 Grosvenor Gardens London SW1W OEB Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Flight, hotel and accommodation with an estimated value of £3,880 Destination of visit: Taiwan Dates of visit: 25 September – 2 October 2016 Purpose of visit: To understand Taiwan's political system and its security and defence strategy. (Registered 17 October 2016)
Name of donor: (1) Kar Group (2) Kurdistan Regional Government Address of donor: (1) Apartment 8, 1st Floor, Building J, Naz City, Erbil, Iraq (2) KRG UK Representation, 23 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6LB Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): (1) Flights and hotel with a value of £3,700 (2) Internal security and transport with a value of £616 Destination of visit: Erbil, Slemani, Duhok and Mosul, Kurdistan Region of Iraq Dates of visit: 3-10 November 2016 Purpose of visit: to meet senior political leaders including the Prime Minister, Ministers, the UK acting Consul-General, also the Iraqi Army and the Peshmerga, and to visit camps for internally displaced people and a refugee camp for Syrians. (Registered 08 December 2016)
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McGinn, Conor (St Helens North)
2. (a) Support linked to an MP but received by a local party organisation or indirectly via a central party organisation
Name of donor: Unite the Union Address of donor: 128 Theobalds Road, Holborn, London WC1X 8TN Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £4,000 Donor status: trade union (Registered 07 July 2017)
2. (b) Any other support not included in Category 2(a)
Name of donor: Chris Chenn Address of donor: private Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: £1,900 in a successful auction bid at a fundraising dinner for my office and the CLP of another MP, the profits from which will be divided equally. Date received: 22 September 2016 Date accepted: 22 September 2016 Donor status: individual (Registered 05 October 2016)
3. Gifts, benefits and hospitality from UK sources
Name of donor: Ladbrokes Coral Group plc Address of donor: Imperial House, Imperial Drive, Rayners Lane, Harrow HA2 7JW Amount of donation, or nature and value if donation in kind: Ticket and hospitality at the Cheltenham Festival, value £350 Date received: 16 March 2017 Date accepted: 16 March 2017 Donor status: company, registration 00566221 (Registered 04 April 2017)
Name of donor: The Jockey Club Address of donor: 75 High Holborn, London WC1V 6LS Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: Attended Grand National and received hospitality at Aintree Racecourse, as a guest of the Jockey Club (who own Haydock Racecourse), total value £399 Date received: 8 April 2017 Date accepted: 8 April 2017 Donor status: company, registration RC000287 (Registered 02 May 2017)
4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: HM Government of Gibraltar Address of donor: Gibraltar House, 150 Strand, London WC2R 1JA Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): airfares and accommodation with a total value of £1,296 Destination of visit: Gibraltar Date of visit: 8-10 September 2016 Purpose of visit: As part of the Gibraltar APPG, invited by HM Government of Gibraltar for National Day celebrations. (Registered 23 November 2016)
Mills, Nigel (Amber Valley)
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2. (a) Support linked to an MP but received by a local party organisation or indirectly via a central party organisation
Name of donor: Mr Robert Kirkland Address of donor: private Amount of donation, or nature and value if donation in kind: £5,000 Donor status: individual (Registered 09 June 2017)
Name of donor: J.C. Bamford Excavators Limited Address of donor: Rocester, Staffordshire ST14 5JP Amount of donation, or nature and value if donation in kind: £4,000 Donor status: company, registration 00561597 (Registered 13 June 2017)
Name of donor: United and Cecil Club Address of donor: New Penderel House 283-287, High Holborn, London WC1V 7HF Amount of donation, or nature and value if donation in kind: £2,500 Donor status: members' association (Registered 13 June 2017)
3. Gifts, benefits and hospitality from UK sources
Name of donor: Sky plc Address of donor: Grant Way, Isleworth, Middlesex TW7 5QD Amount of donation or nature and value if donation in kind: Two tickets to test match at Trent Bridge including hospitality, value £400 Date received: 14 July 2017 Date accepted: 14 July 2017 Donor status: company, registration 2247735 (Registered 04 August 2017)
6. Land and property portfolio: (i) value over £100,000 and/or (ii) giving rental income of over £10,000 a year
Residential property in Nottingham: (i). (Updated 4 June 2015)
Paisley, Ian (North Antrim)
4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: Family and Life for Public Policy Address of donor: 3 Wellington Park, Malone Road, Belfast BT9 6BJ Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Economy return ticket and four nights accommodation in New York and Washington DC, total value £2,000 Destination of visit: New York and Washington DC Dates of visit: 14-18 March 2017 Purpose of visit: Met with representatives of US Senate and house of reps to discuss issues around the protection of unborn child. (Registered 12 April 2017)
8. Miscellaneous
From 19 July 2016, unpaid chair of charitable trust established by JTI/Gallaher to support job creation and skills development in Ballymena. (Registered 25 July 2016)
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses
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I employ my wife, Fiona Paisley, as part time Administrative Assistant. (Registered 12 April 2017)
Shannon, Jim (Strangford)
4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: Irish Festivals Inc. Address of donor: 1532 Wauwatosa Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53213 Amount of donation (or estimate of the probable value): hotel accommodation with a value of £542 Destination of visit: Milwaukee, United States Date of visit: 17-22 August 2016 Purpose of visit: Speaking in the capacity as an MP from Northern Ireland at an event in the United States with cultural and historical links to Ireland and Northern Ireland. (Registered 22 August 2016)
6. Land and property portfolio: (i) value over £100,000 and/or (ii) giving rental income of over £10,000 a year
Since February 2017, 40 acres land and farm at Ballygarvin: (i). (Registered 31 May 2010; updated 6 July 2017)
Part share in holiday home in USA: (i).
Stewart, Bob (Beckenham)
1. Employment and earnings
From 1 February 2016 to 31 January 2017, consultant providing leadership and mentoring services to LBC Wise Counsel, Cheltenham Film and Photographic Studios, Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6PN. LBC Wise Counsel provides leadership and management training for lawyers. I will receive £500 a month for an expected monthly commitment of 5 hours. (Registered 03 February 2016)
4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: Government of Taiwan Address of donor: Taiwan Representative Office, 50 Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0EB Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Flights, accommodation and transport with a value of £1,750 Destination of visit: Taipei Dates of visit: 25 September – 2 October 2016 Purpose of visit: Briefings on Taiwan by Taiwanese Government. (Registered 14 October 2016)
Name of donor: Government of Kazakhstan Address of donor: Kazakhstan Embassy, 125 Pall Mall, London SW1Y 5EA Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): Flight £2,000,
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accommodation £1,500 and transport/hospitality £350, total value £3,850 Destination of visit: Astana Dates of visit: 4–8 October 2016 Purpose of visit: As part of the APPG on Kazakhstan, meetings with Senate, Parliament, Prime Minister, Education Minister, Human Rights Commissioner and Sovereign Wealth Fund managers to discuss bilateral relationships. (Registered 14 October 2016)
Name of donor: HM Government of Gibraltar Address of donor: 150 Strand, London WC2E 1JA Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): for myself and my wife, travel and accommodation with a total value of £1,116 Destination of visit: Gibraltar Dates of visit: 8-11 September 2016 Purpose of visit: Gibraltar APPG delegation. (Registered 17 October 2016)
Name of donor: HM Government of Gibraltar Address of donor: 150 Strand, London WC2E 1JA Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): for myself and my partner, travel and accommodation with a total value of £1,126 Destination of visit: Gibraltar Dates of visit: 7-11 September 2017 Purpose of visit: Gibraltar APPG delegation as Secretary for Gibraltar National Day Celebrations. (Registered 14 September 2017)
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses I employ my wife, Claire Podbielski-Stewart, as part-time Senior Parliamentary Assistant. (Registered 15 May 2015)
Swayne, Sir Desmond (New Forest West) 1. Employment and earnings
Fees from ComRes, 4 Millbank, London SW1P 3JA, paid direct to charity:
14 March 2018, received £75 for a survey on 4 February 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 18 July 2018)
16 April 2018, received £75 for a survey on 4 March 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 18 July 2018)
22 May 2018, received £75 for a survey on 18 April 2018. Hours: 1 hr. (Registered 18 July 2018)
25 June 2018, received £75 for a survey on 14 May 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 18 July 2018)
5 July 2018, received £75 for a survey on 6 June 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 18 July 2018)
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27 August 2018, payment of £75 for a survey on 4 July 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 06 September 2018)
18 September 2018, payment of £100 for a survey on 10 July 2018. Hours: 45 mins. (Registered 24 September 2018)
26 October 2018, payment of £75 for a survey on 3 September 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 05 November 2018)
14 December 2018, payment of £75 for a survey on 8 October 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 07 January 2019; updated 21 January 2019)
Fees from YouGov, 50 Featherstone St, London EC1Y 8RT, paid direct to charity:
22 June 2018, payment of £80 for a survey completed on 16 May 2018. Hours: 20 mins. (Registered 26 October 2018)
5 July 2018, payment of £70 for a survey completed on 13 June 2018. Hours: 15 mins. (Registered 26 October 2018)
3 August 2018, payment of £100 for a survey completed on 10 July 2018. Hours: 30 mins. (Registered 26 October 2018)
18 October 2018, payment of £70 for a survey completed on 27 July 2018. Hours: 15 mins. (Registered 26 October 2018)
4. Visits outside the UK
Name of donor: Conservative Friends for International Development (CFID) Address of donor: 4 Matthew Parker Street, London SW1H 9HQ Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation): In-country transport, accommodation and hospitality with a total value of £240. I met all other costs. Destination of visit: Tanzania Dates of visit: 4 - 11 August 2018 Purpose of visit: Voluntary teaching of business skills and employability skills with Tanzanian charities and NFP organisations on CFID Project Urafiki. (Registered 04 October 2018)
6. Land and property portfolio: (i) value over £100,000 and/or (ii) giving rental income of over £10,000 a year
Flat in London, jointly owned with my wife: (i) and (ii). (Updated 20 May 2015)
House in London, jointly owned with my wife: (i) and (ii). (Updated 20 May 2015)
9. Family members employed and paid from parliamentary expenses
I employ my wife, Moira Swayne, as Secretary. (Updated 20 May 2015)
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