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Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Jun 1996, 14:10

Consolidated Motion on Rules Committee

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Jul 1996, 10:05

New Motion on Education Administration

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 08 Jul 1996, 10:05

Business Plan for 8 July 1996

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Jul 1996, 10:03

Advertisement Seeking Views from the Public

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Jul 1996, 10:03

It was so decided.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Jul 1996, 10:03

Amendment to the Advertisement Seeking Views from the Public

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Jul 1996, 10:03

Mechanics for Committees

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Jul 1996, 10:05

Business Committee Report: Forum Committees

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Jul 1996, 10:05

Motion on Health Care

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Jul 1996, 10:05

Question, as amended, put and agreed to. Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Sep 1996, 10:00

Motion on Boycotting

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Sep 1996, 10:00

Question, as amended, put and agreed to. Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Sep 1996, 10:02

Motion on BSE

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Sep 1996, 10:02

Question, as amended, put and agreed to. [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Sep 1996, 10:03

Request from Parades Committee to Extend Remit

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Sep 1996, 10:00

Letter from the Secretary of State Concerning the Rules of Procedure Agreed by the Forum - 19 September 1996

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Sep 1996, 10:00

Motion on Disability

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Sep 1996, 10:00

[The Chairman:] I shall now put the Question. Mr Hugh Smyth: What about Mr Eric Smyth's request that we send the matter back to the Business Committee? The Chairman: No. Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum calls for effective...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 04 Oct 1996, 10:00

Christmas Recess Recommendation

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 04 Oct 1996, 10:00

[The Chairman:] In the intervening period, I have no doubt — judging from their performance so far — the Committees will be working actively. [Editors' Note: Unfortunately the Forum Record of Debates (Volume 2) is missing pages up to 10.30 am on 4...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 04 Oct 1996, 10:00

Interim Report on Education Administration

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 11 Oct 1996, 10:03

Resolution on the Bombing of Thiepval Army Barracks

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 11 Oct 1996, 10:03

Question, as amended, put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum deplores the bombing of Thiepval Army Barracks on Monday 7 October and expresses its sympathy to the family of the soldier who was killed and to those injured.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 11 Oct 1996, 10:03

Motion on the Economy

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 11 Oct 1996, 10:03

Main question put and agreed to. Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Oct 1996, 10:08

Motion on Jobseeker's Allowance

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Oct 1996, 10:08

Mr Coulter: The amendment having been rejected, the Ulster Unionists will be supporting the motion. Main question put and agreed to. Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Oct 1996, 10:08

Motion on Privatization of the Water Service

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Oct 1996, 10:08

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum believes that the Water Executive is such a vital public utility to the people of Northern Ireland that it must remain in public ownership. We call on the present Government to stop wasting public...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 25 Oct 1996, 10:00

Business Committee Preliminary Recommendations on Operation of Standing Committees.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 25 Oct 1996, 10:00

Request from Standing Committee B to Extend Term of Reference

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 25 Oct 1996, 10:00

Motion on the Queen's Speech for the State Opening of Parliament

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 25 Oct 1996, 10:00

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 25 Oct 1996, 10:00

Motion on Waste Products

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 25 Oct 1996, 10:00

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 01 Nov 1996, 10:02

Review of the Beef Industry Crisis in Northern Ireland (Interim Report)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 01 Nov 1996, 10:02

Motion on the Neil Latimer Case

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 01 Nov 1996, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 01 Nov 1996, 10:02

Motion on European Union (Political Integration)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 08 Nov 1996, 10:05

Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 08 Nov 1996, 10:05

Motion to Approve Standing Committee E Membership

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 08 Nov 1996, 10:05

FORUM: STANDING COMMITTEE E Resolved: [...]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 08 Nov 1996, 10:05

Investigation into the Proposed Fluoridation of Water Supplies in Northern Ireland (Interim Report)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 22 Nov 1996, 10:05

Review of Education Administration in Northern Ireland (Education and Library Boards)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 22 Nov 1996, 10:05

Review of Fisheries Issues in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 22 Nov 1996, 10:05

Motion on the Elderly

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 22 Nov 1996, 10:05

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum calls on the Government, particularly during the coming winter period, to direct more resources towards alleviating the plight of senior citizens.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 22 Nov 1996, 10:05

Motion on Paedophile Activities

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 22 Nov 1996, 10:05

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That in the light of recent events, locally, in the rest of the United Kingdom and across Europe, regarding paedophilic activities, this Forum seeks assurances from the Secretary of State on policing and...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Dec 1996, 10:03

Review of Boycotting of Businesses in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Dec 1996, 10:04

The Forum divided: Ayes 55; Noes 2. Ayes: Antony Alcock, Lord Alderdice, May Beattie, Eileen Bell, ThomasBenson, Robert Bolton, David Browne, CecilCalvert, David Campbell, GregoryCampbell, Mervin Carrick, JamesClarke, Wilson Clyde, RobertCoulter,...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Dec 1996, 10:03

Human Rights Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Dec 1996, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: The Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue affirms the importance of human rights and the international rule of law and calls on the Secretary of State, in person, to indicate to the Forum what steps the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Dec 1996, 10:03

Roads and Transport Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Dec 1996, 10:03

The Chairman: The Question is that the motion standing in the name of Mr Leeson be made. Mr Taylor: Neeson — not Leeson Street. Mr Neeson: The name is Sean, not Mick. Rev Dr Ian Paisley: Mr Neeson, Sir. The Chairman: Did I say Leeson? I am thinking...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Dec 1996, 10:04

Public Expenditure (Cuts) Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Dec 1996, 10:04

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum condemns the public expenditure cuts across Northern Ireland public services which were announced by the Secretary of State on 10 December 1996.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Jan 1997, 10:00

Senior Citizens Cold-Weather Payments Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Jan 1997, 10:00

The Chairman: We have concluded the debate in an hour. That is very satisfactory. Several Members who would have liked to speak gave way. It was very kind of them to do so. Now we come to a historic event — a motion in the names of the members of the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Jan 1997, 10:00

Address Invitations Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Jan 1997, 10:00

Ulster-Scots Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Jan 1997, 10:00

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum encourages all funding agencies to support the allocation of seeding grants to Ulster-Scots groups and communities. This Forum further states that, given the funding presently available to Irish...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 17 Jan 1997, 10:04

Terrorist Crime Legislation Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 17 Jan 1997, 10:04

Main Question put. The Forum divided: Ayes 42; Noes 6. Ayes: Anthony Alcock, May Beattie, Thomas Benson, Robert Bolton, David Brewster, David Browne, Cecil Calvert, Gregory Campbell, Mervyn Carrick, James Clarke, Wilson Clyde, Robert Coulter, Ivan...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 17 Jan 1997, 10:04

Housing Executive Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 17 Jan 1997, 10:04

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: The Forum, having already demonstrated its interest in Housing matters, supports the Government's intention to bring forward legislation to transfer its powers of regulation to the Housing Executive and asks that...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Jan 1997, 10:02

Drug Abuse Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Jan 1997, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum expresses grave concern at the alarming rise of drug abuse in our community; calls for a more co-ordinated approach from Government and its agencies, coupled with a more effective educational...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Jan 1997, 10:02

ACE Scheme/ Jobskills Programme Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Jan 1997, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum endorses community opposition to enforced reductions in the ACE scheme and to the curtailment of the Jobskills programme through unrealistic limits to their financial support; calls on Government to...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Jan 1997, 10:02

Letter to Baroness Denton regarding ACE scheme cuts

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Jan 1997, 10:02

[Editor's Note: The letter is sent.]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Feb 1997, 10:02

Investigation into Cancer Care in Northern Ireland: Report

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Feb 1997, 10:02

Letter to the family of Stephen Restorick

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Feb 1997, 10:02

The Chairman: I shall be very happy to do exactly that.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Feb 1997, 10:02

Association of Local Authorities of Northern Ireland (ALANI) Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Feb 1997, 10:02

Main Question, as amended, put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum supports the creation of a representative body encompassing all councils in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Feb 1997, 10:02

Pollution (Rivers, Streams and Beaches) Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Feb 1997, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum is deeply concerned at the growing level of pollution affecting rivers, streams and beaches in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

Progress Report: Standing Committee E

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: The Forum notes the work undertaken to date by Standing Committee E.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

St Patrick's Day Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

Main Question, as amended, put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum calls on the Government to make Saint Patrick's Day, Orangeman's Day and Ulster Day statutory prescribed public holidays in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

Newcastle Disease Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum expresses its concern at the outbreak of Newcastle disease in several of Northern Ireland's poultry flocks and urges the Department of Agriculture to continue to take all necessary steps to arrest the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

Letter to the Department for Agriculture

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

The Chairman: Thank you, Mr Junkin. I thought that it would be a good idea to say "Well done". We usually write to departments to say "Badly done".

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Feb 1997, 10:02

Education Finance Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum is deeply concerned at the cut-backs in education in Northern Ireland, believing that such financial measures will detract from the quality of educational provision, in that schools will be unable to...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

Copy of the Debate

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

[Editor's Note: The Chairman undertakes to send the copy of the debate to McClure]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

Child Support Agency Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: The Forum, recognizing the hardships incurred by single mothers and the unduly harsh assessments made on fathers with second families, calls upon Her Majesty's Government to reassess the role and functions of the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

Cardiac Surgery Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: The Forum expresses grave concern about the situation where patients in need of cardiac surgery in Northern Ireland are not obtaining it. People have the right to know exactly what is happening, and we demand...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

Letter to Minister Responsible for Cardiac Surgery

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Feb 1997, 10:07

The Chairman: I have pleasure in confirming that the motion has been passed. I will certainly write to the Minister, using the word "demand". Of course, the Minister concerned — indeed, all Ministers, including the Secretary of State — will see the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Mar 1997, 10:03

Review of the Current State of the Northern Ireland Potato Industry

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Mar 1997, 10:03

Letter to Baroness Denton forwarding the report on the Potato Industry

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Mar 1997, 10:03

It was so decided.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Mar 1997, 10:03

Special Educational Needs Summer School Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Mar 1997, 10:03

Question, as amended, put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum condemns the recent decision by the South Eastern Education and Library Board and the Belfast Education and Library Board to suspend summer schemes for children with special educational...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Mar 1997, 10:03

Political Negotiations and Continuing Violence Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Mar 1997, 10:02

Main Question put. The Forum divided: Ayes 16; Noes 7; Abstentions 18. Ayes: May Beattie, Robert Bolton, Cecil Calvert, Mervyn Carrick, Wilson Clyde, Oliver Gibson, Trevor Kirkland, Maurice Morrow, Ian R K Paisley, Ian Paisley Jnr, Joan Parkes, Edwin...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Mar 1997, 10:02

Letter to the victims of the joint police/army patrol IRA attack

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Mar 1997, 10:02

The Chairman: I shall be very happy indeed to write to the loved ones of the police officer and the soldier. As to the second point, that would probably need to be resolved by the Forum as a whole — as I am sure it would be. I am most grateful for...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Jun 1997, 10:03

Prime Minister's Speech at Royal Ulster Agricultural Society Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Jun 1997, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That the Forum notes the declaration of policy and intent contained in the Prime Minister's speech made on Friday 16 May 1997 on the occasion of his visit to the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society, Belfast.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Jun 1997, 10:03

Election Irregularities Motion

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Jun 1997, 10:03

[Editor's Note: By adopting the composite motion, the Forum adopts the amendment and the final version of the motion.]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Jun 1997, 10:04

Review of the Parades Issue in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Jun 1997, 10:04

The Chairman: I would like a break of five minutes because I really want to think about this. The meeting was suspended at 1.03 pm and resumed at 1.08 pm. The Chairman: Before I address the Rule 13.1 issue, I would like to put on record my thanks to...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Jun 1997, 10:04

Motion on Sexual Harassment

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Jun 1997, 10:04

Main Question, as amended, put. The Ayes and Noes having been registered by show of hands, the Deputy Chairman declared the Ayes to be in excess of the required majority. Main Question, as amended, accordingly agreed to. Resolved: The Northern...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

Summer Recess Recommendation

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

It was so decided.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

An Examination of Pre-School Education in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

Resolved: That the Forum adopts the report on pre-school education in Northern Ireland prepared by Standing Committee B on 27 June 1997 and decides to forward it to the Minister for Education, with the request that he give serious consideration to its...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

Message to the Minister for Education

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

[Editor's Note: This letter is therefore sent.]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

Motion on the Prime Minister's Statement about political development talks

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: The Forum notes the statement about political development talks made by the Prime Minister to the House of Commons on 25 June 1997.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Jun 1997, 10:06

Motion on Local Government

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 04 Jul 1997, 10:05

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum takes note of the speech delivered by Lord Dubs, Minister with responsibility for local government in Northern Ireland, during the SOLACE conference at Belfast's Waterfront Hall on Tuesday 17June 1997,...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 04 Jul 1997, 10:05

Letter to SDLP Leader encouraging them to engage with the committee]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 04 Jul 1997, 10:05

[Editor's Note: The phrasing 'I trust' suggests the letter was sent. No Objections are raised.]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 04 Jul 1997, 10:05

Motion on the Standing Advisory Commission on Human Rights employment equality deliberations

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 11 Jul 1997, 10:04

EMPLOYMENT The Chairman: At the close of business last week I deferred a decision under Rule 13(1) on the resolution that resulted from the motion proposed by MrNesbitt and later modified. I promised to return to the matter at the start of today's...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 11 Jul 1997, 10:04

Motion on EU Peace and Reconciliation Programme

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Jul 1997, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum warmly welcomes the European Union's 1995 five-year special programme for peace and reconciliation of 300 million ECU (£240 million), and in particular the targeting of disadvantaged groups for...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Jul 1997, 10:03

Interim Report on Long-Term Unemployment

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Jul 1997, 10:03

Motion on Local Government Environment Functions

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 18 Jul 1997, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum calls on the Department of the Environment (DOE) and the 26 local-government Authorities to negotiate a redistribution of environmental responsibilities within town and village boundaries; advocates...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 25 Jul 1997, 10:02

Report on Evidence about the Performance of the Northern Ireland Economy given to Standing Committee E

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Sep 1997, 10:04

Motion on the death of Princess Diana

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Sep 1997, 10:04

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum on behalf of the people of Northern Ireland is shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic death of Diana, Princess of Wales, and offers its heartfelt condolences and sympathy to Her Majesty the Queen,...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 12 Sep 1997, 10:04

Motion on the future governance of Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 12 Sep 1997, 10:04

Main question put and agreed to. Resolved: The future governance of Northern Ireland should be determined by the people of Northern Ireland alone.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Sep 1997, 10:04

Motion to invite the European Commissioner for Regional Policy

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Sep 1997, 10:04

Members indicated assent.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Sep 1997, 10:04

Motion on a Bill of Rights

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 19 Sep 1997, 10:04

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum calls for the establishment of a bill of rights for Northern Ireland. Given the general, all-party support for the principle of a bill of rights, the Forum urges the Government to proceed with this proposal.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Sep 1997, 10:04

Letter to the British team who set a new world land-speed record

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Sep 1997, 10:04

The Chairman: Do Members agree to our doing that? It was so decided.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Sep 1997, 10:04

Report on the operation of the health service in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Sep 1997, 10:04

Motion on Integrated Transport Policy

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 26 Sep 1997, 10:04

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum takes note of the Government's publication 'Developing an Integrated Transport Policy'.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Oct 1997, 10:04

Christmas Recess Recommendation 1997

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Oct 1997, 10:04

Members indicated assent.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Oct 1997, 10:04

Motion on local government working groups

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Oct 1997, 10:04

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum regrets that the Government has continued to exclude elected representatives from working groups set up to consider changes in local government in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Oct 1997, 10:04

Motion on Employment ACE schemes

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Oct 1997, 10:04

Question put and agreed to. Resolved. This Forum expresses its concern at the recent freeze on recruitment in the ACE schemes. This freeze imposes a 25% cut-back in allocated placements. This could cause irreparable damage to the ACE schemes and the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 17 Oct 1997, 10:05

Motion on parliamentary devolution

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 17 Oct 1997, 10:05

The Chairman: I have now reached my usual dilemma in that I have to make a decision under Rule 13(1). One could quibble about the use of the word "Parliament" instead of "Assembly" and about the difference between the perceived meaning and the actual...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Oct 1997, 10:02

Motion on local participation in economic development and social programmes

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Oct 1997, 10:02

Mr Peter Robinson: Mr Chairman, when the vote was taken on the Ulster Unionist Party's motion, you declared that it was passed which, of course, is accurate. However, you are then supposed to look into the soul of the nation to determine whether the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Oct 1997, 10:00

Final Report on Long-Term Unemployment by Standing Committee E

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Oct 1997, 10:00

[Editor's Note: As a result of the motion, this report is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Oct 1997, 10:00

Report by the Committee on Electoral Reform

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Oct 1997, 10:00

[Editor's Note: This report is adopted as a result of the motion]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Oct 1997, 10:00

Motion on the Public Processions Draft Legislation

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 31 Oct 1997, 10:00

The Chairman: We have managed to debate this matter in quite good time. If anyone has not been able to speak, I regret that, but we do not want to find that owing to a lack of a quorum we do not get this matter resolved. Question put and agreed...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Nov 1997, 10:03

Motion on Firearms

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Nov 1997, 10:03

The Chairman: I declare the amended motion to be carried by the necessary percentage, but I must also consider my decision under Rule 13(1). While some traditions might not support the resolution, it would seem perverse to strike it down when it is...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Nov 1997, 10:03

Motion on Coats Viyella poppy controversy

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 07 Nov 1997, 10:03

Resolved: This Forum deplores the action of the Coats Viyella Company upon their workers who wore poppies and calls on senior management to cease discrimination, either financial or otherwise, against those employees.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Nov 1997, 00:00

Response of Committee E to the Developing an Integrated Transport Policy document by DETR

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 14 Nov 1997, 00:00

[Editor's Note: The response document is therefore adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Nov 1997, 00:00

Motion on Quangos Consultation Paper

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 21 Nov 1997, 00:00

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum takes note of the Consultation Paper "Opening up Quangos". The Chairman: I will send Mr Gary Ewing, the author of that document and of a letter to me, the transcript of today's debate, so that he can...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Nov 1997, 10:02

Motion on Republic of Ireland Ministers and officials in the Provisional IRA

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Nov 1997, 10:02

Question put. The Forum divided: Ayes 38; No 1. Ayes: Antony Alcock, May Beattie, Thomas Benson, Robert Bolton, Cecil Calvert, Mervyn Carrick, James Clarke, Wilson Clyde, Robert Coulter, Ivan Davis, Reg Empey, Sam Foster, Sam Gardiner, Joseph...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Nov 1997, 10:02

Motion on Library Services

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 28 Nov 1997, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum, recognizing the valuable contribution of libraries to the well-being of the community, calls on the Secretary of State to reverse the cut back in finance for library provision. Otherwise a...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Dec 1997, 10:03

The Implications of Public/ Private Partnerships for Education Services in Northern Ireland (Standing Committee B)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Dec 1997, 10:03

[Editor's Note: As a result of the motion passing, the report is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Dec 1997, 10:03

Motion on BSE crisis

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Dec 1997, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum, recognizing the severe depression and despair facing Northern Ireland farmers at this time, calls on Her Majesty's Government to provide urgent assistance to compensate for the effects of the strength...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Dec 1997, 10:03

Motion on Hospital Services

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 05 Dec 1997, 10:03

[Editor's Note: The minutes show this as the motion being withdrawn, but it is here represented as the original motion having already been amended] Motion in the name of Mr Irvine, by leave, withdrawn. Resolved: This Forum, recognizing the need...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 09 Jan 1998, 10:02

Motion on Chairperson Voting (Rule 14(6))

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 09 Jan 1998, 10:02

Resolved: In accordance with Rule 14(6) the Forum orders that when voting takes place in Committee the Chairperson shall not be entitled to vote, save that when the votes are equal the Chairperson shall exercise a casting vote. — [The Chairman]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 09 Jan 1998, 10:02

Motion on recent events (political/security situation)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 09 Jan 1998, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum takes note of the events which have taken place since it last met.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 09 Jan 1998, 10:02

Motion on Extradition (Republic of Ireland)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 09 Jan 1998, 10:02

[Editor's Note: The Chairman considers repealing the decision due to Rule 13(1) but decides not to] The Chairman: I gave warning to Mr Paisley and the DUP yesterday — indeed, to all who were present at the Business Committee — that I would require to...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 16 Jan 1998, 10:01

Addition of Adjournment Debates weekly

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 16 Jan 1998, 10:01

Motion on Third-Level Education Funding

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 16 Jan 1998, 10:01

Mr Peter Robinson: Since we support the broad principles of the motion we will not divide the Forum. Main Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum 1. opposes all forms of tuition and top-up fees for third-level education; 2. calls for...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 16 Jan 1998, 10:01

Motion on Ambulance Service

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 16 Jan 1998, 10:01

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: The Forum deplores the current financial crisis and recent violent attacks which have beset the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and calls on the Government to address the situation immediately, enabling the...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

Clarification of Quorum Rules

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: It appears that this is a case of the Chairperson explaining the rule to the Forum rather than explicit adoption of this position]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

Standing Committees: designations, remits and terms of reference

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: The Forum are essentially ratifying the document as already changed by the Business Committee] Resolved: That the existing terms of reference for the Committee on Electoral Reform be deleted and replaced by the following: "(a) to...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

Report: The Sourcing in Northern Ireland of Agricultural Produce by National Supermarkets and Retailers (Standing Committee D)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: As a result of the procedural motion being passed, this report is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

Motion on Police (Northern Ireland) Bill

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 23 Jan 1998, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum takes note of the Police (Northern Ireland) Bill.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 30 Jan 1998, 10:03

Recommendation to break for the Trade Union Rally

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 30 Jan 1998, 10:03

The Chairman: We are dancing on the head of a pin — an expression that is used in Parliament occasionally. We are breaking for lunch now, and those who wish to go to the rally are perfectly entitled to do so. The meeting was suspended at 11.56 am and...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 30 Jan 1998, 10:03

Response of Committee B on Government's consultation paper on pre-school education

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 30 Jan 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: As the result of the adoption of the motion, this document is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 30 Jan 1998, 10:03

Motion on the Northern Ireland Community

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 30 Jan 1998, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum believes that there is, and can only be, one community in Northern Ireland and calls on the Government to treat all the people of Northern Ireland as equals.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Feb 1998, 10:03

Report on the European Union Special Support Programme for Peace and Reconciliation (Standing Committee E)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Feb 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: As a result of the passing of the motion to adopt the report, the report is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Feb 1998, 10:03

Motion on 'Shaping our Future' Consultation Document

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Feb 1998, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum notes the Consultation Document 'Shaping Our Future'.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

Men's Health in Northern Ireland: An Examination by Standing Committee C

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: as a result of the adoption of the motion to accept the report, this report is accepted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

Response of Committee B to the draft Education (Northern Ireland) Order 1998

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: As a result of the passing of the previous motion, the response is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

Motion on Government funding for sport in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum is deeply concerned at the serious reduction in Government funding for sport in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

Motion to write to Education minister regarding preparatory department cuts

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Feb 1998, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum is content that the Chairman of Standing Committee B write to Mr Worthington urging him not to proceed with further reductions in grant-aid to preparatory departments and to restore their funding to at...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

Priority for Committee Reports

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

[Editor's Note: This functions as the Forum being made aware rather than making a choice]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

Response of Committee D to the consultative paper on Fisheries Department's proposals

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

[Editor's Note: As a result of the motion to adopt it being adopted, this document is adopted.]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

Motion on Location of the Forum

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

Question put. The Forum divided: Ayes 36; Noes 4. Ayes: Antony Alcock, May Beattie, Robert Bolton, Cecil Calvert, David Campbell, Gregory Campbell, Mervyn Carrick, Wilson Clyde, Ivan Davis, Reg Empey, Sam Foster, Sam Gardiner, Joseph Gaston, Oliver...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

Motion on Social Services

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Feb 1998, 10:00

The Deputy Chairperson: I shall now put the question on the Ulster Unionist Party's motion. Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum calls on the Government to 1. set aside plans to introduce charges for non-residential care services; 2....

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Feb 1998, 10:04

Motion on FAIT anti-violence charter

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Feb 1998, 10:04

The Chairman: We have heard from one party that it intends to abstain, but I imagine from what has been said that the others are unanimous and will accept a voice vote. Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum endorses the FAIT anti-violence charter.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Feb 1998, 10:04

Motion on Security Situation

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 06 Mar 1998, 10:02

SECURITY SITUATION Debate resumed on motion (27 February 1998): This Forum notes with concern the deteriorating security situation in Northern Ireland. — [RevDrIan Paisley] The Chairman: It will be recalled that we ran out of time last Friday and that...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Mar 1998, 10:04

Response to the Government White Paper 'The Food Standards Agency - A Force for Change' by Standing Committee D

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Mar 1998, 10:04

[Editor's Note: As a result of the motion being passed, this response document is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Mar 1998, 10:04

The Electoral Committee's Report on an electoral system from a Northern Ireland Assembly

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Mar 1998, 10:04

[Editor's Note: As a result of the previous motion being adopted, this report is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Mar 1998, 10:04

Motion on Disability Benefits cuts

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 13 Mar 1998, 10:04

Main Question, as amended, put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum is alarmed at suggestions about cuts in disability benefits, which will have a grave impact on many citizens of Northern Ireland. The Forum calls on the Government to end the present...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Mar 1998, 10:00

Motion on the Chancellor's Budget Statement

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 20 Mar 1998, 10:00

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum notes the proposals contained in the budget statement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer on 17 March 1998.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Mar 1998, 10:03

The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service: A Review by Standing Committee C

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Mar 1998, 10:03

[Editor's Note: As a result of the passing of the previous motion, this document is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Mar 1998, 10:03

Motion on British Citizenship in the Irish Republic

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Mar 1998, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum calls on the Home Secretary to take such steps as are necessary to facilitate those of British descent living in the Irish Republic who wish to obtain British citizenship.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Mar 1998, 10:03

Motion on European Union Common Agricultural Policy

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 27 Mar 1998, 10:03

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum takes note of the proposals for further reform of the European Union common agricultural policy as part of the Agenda 2000 package.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 03 Apr 1998, 10:01

Transport in Rural Areas: A Report by Standing Committee E

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 03 Apr 1998, 10:01

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum adopts the report by Standing Committee E on transport in rural areas.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 03 Apr 1998, 10:01

Electoral System for Westminster Elections: A Report by Committee On Electoral Reform

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 03 Apr 1998, 10:01

[Editor's result: as a result of the passing of the previous motion, this report is adopted]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 03 Apr 1998, 10:01

Organophosphate Insecticides - Their use by the Farming Community: A Report Prepared by Standing Committee D

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 03 Apr 1998, 10:01

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: This Forum adopts the report by Standing Committee D 'Organophosphate Insecticides — Their Use by the Farming Community'.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Apr 1998, 10:01

Motion on Fair Employment Commission Report

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Apr 1998, 10:01

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum notes the most recent monitoring report (No 8) from the Fair Employment Commission.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Apr 1998, 10:01

Recommendation for rest of day's business

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 10 Apr 1998, 10:01

The meeting was suspended at 12.01 and resumed at 2.02 pm. [Editor's Note: By breaking for lunch and resuming for a special debate, the Forum is accepting the Business Committee recommendation]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Northern Ireland Agriculture - Preparing for the Future: Standing Committee D report

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum adopts the report by Standing Committee D 'Northern Ireland Agriculture — Preparing for the Future'.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Willow Biomass and Renewable Energy: Report by Standing Committee D

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Resolved: That this Forum adopts the report by Standing Committee D 'Willow Biomass and Renewable Energy'. — [Mr David Campbell]

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Special Educational Provision for School-Age Children in Northern Ireland: Report by Committee B

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum adopts the report by Standing Committee B 'Special Education Provision for School-Age Children in Northern Ireland'.

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Relationships within the British Isles and the Implications of Decentralisation Throughout the Regions of the UK (Standing Committee A)

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum adopts the report by Standing Committee A 'Relationships within the British Isles and the Implications of Decentralization throughout the Regions of the United Kingdom.'

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Community Care and the Home Help Service - An examination by Standing Committee C

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum adopts the report by Standing Committee C 'Community Care and the Home-Help Service: An Examination by Standing Committee C' and decides to forward it to the Minister for Health with the request...

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue: Activities and Achievements

Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue, Date: 24 Apr 1998, 10:02

Question put and agreed to. Resolved: That this Forum adopts the report by the Business Committee 'The Activities and Achievements of the Forum'.