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UK East-West Council

Asked by Adam JogeeLabourNorthern Ireland OfficeTabled Answered 9 June 2025UIN 55770

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what recent assessment he has made of the effectiveness of the East–West Council.

Answered by Hilary Benn

The East-West Council, established under the Safeguarding the Union Command Paper, first met in London in March 2024. It will meet for the first time in Belfast later this month. This forum provides exciting opportunities for Northern Ireland as we prioritise building and strengthening connections across the United Kingdom, focussing on shared opportunities and addressing mutual challenges.

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