Oral Question·Cabinet Office
“What steps her Department is taking to improve preparedness for civil emergencies.”
Tabled: 12 November 2026Answered: 19 November 2026
Asked by
Douglas McAllister
Labour — West Dunbartonshire
Answering Minister
the Minister for the Cabinet Office
Answer from Hansard
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
As I set out on 4 December, the Government have now begun the process of repealing and replacing the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 through a proposed remedial order, and we will bring forward primary legislation, including to reform the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery. In preparing for that, I will continue to talk to all interested parties.