Assembly Business – in the Northern Ireland Assembly at on 15 January 2007.
On a point of order, Madam Speaker. At last Monday’s plenary meeting, I raised the matter of the inquiry into certain happenings in the House after the Assembly recess. I understand that there has been a meeting; can you tell the House when there is likely to be a report? As you know, Madam Speaker, time is running out for this Assembly, and we would like the opportunity to debate the findings in the House.
Thank you, Dr Paisley, for raising this matter. I understand your continuing anxiety about this important issue. The Transitional Assembly Commission went to Scotland last week to talk to people there about a number of issues in relation to the security review. However, it is not my intention to make a statement about the security review, which I announced to the House on 27 November, until it is completed. I am sure that you and other Members will understand that it would be inappropriate for me to do so. However, like you, I am aware of the time element, and I will endeavour to get it done as soon as possible.