Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
The office of Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland is a junior ministerial position in the Northern Ireland Office of the Government of the United Kingdom. The role has also been known as Under-Secretary of State, Northern Ireland.
Responsibilities
The parliamentary under-secretary of state leads on supporting the secretary of state in their responsibilities, specifically:- Supporting the secretary of state on legacy, New Decade, New Approach and Protocol.
- Reviewing planning for future political negotiations and developing plans to help achieve greater levels of Integrated Education in Northern Ireland.
- Leading the department’s work on Constitution and Rights such as abortion and ensuring women have access to services.
- Responsible for legislation and engagement in the House of Lords.
- Aiding political stability such as reviewing plans for the 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.
- Building substantive relationships across sectors and communities through engagement.