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Opening statement by Paul Murphy regarding the launch of Strand 1

Writing Peace: George J. Mitchell Collection

This 'Opening Statement by Mr [Paul] Murphy' announces the launch of discussions in the three strands. Mr Murphy expresses gratitude to the Independent chairmen and all parties for their commitment to the process. He emphasises the importance of focusing on the future, the commitment to democracy, and the unique nature of these talks with ceasefires in place. The document discusses the three-stranded approach, the Government's role, and the substance of Strand 1, including constitutional issues and new arrangements. It addresses justice, rights, confidence issues, and the principle of consent. Mr Murphy concludes by expressing optimism for the negotiations and the opportunity to modernise government structures in Northern Ireland.

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Oct
07
1997
Folder 28: Propositions for Debate and Discussion, September 1997 to April 1998
43 1996 - 1998
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Subseries 2 (M202.7.2) Commission Documents (1995-1998), Series 7 (M202.7) Northern Ireland Records (1995-2008), George J. Mitchell Papers, George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, Bowdoin College Library, Brunswick, Maine, digitized by the Quill Project at https://quillproject.net/resource_collections/125.

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