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Northern Ireland Forum – Initial rules of procedure

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The document titled 'Northern Ireland Forum Initial Rules of Procedure' outlines the procedural framework for the Northern Ireland Forum as mandated by the Northern Ireland (Entry to Negotiations, etc) Act 1996. It details the election process for the Chairman, including nomination, debate, and voting requirements, emphasizing a 75% majority for election. It establishes a Rules Committee to draft procedural rules, ensuring they promote dialogue and consensus, subject to the Secretary of State's approval. The document also specifies the formation and duties of a Business Committee to manage Forum business, the conduct of debates, voting procedures, and the establishment of various committees to assist the Forum. The document aims to facilitate structured and efficient operations within the Forum, promoting dialogue and understanding across Northern Ireland's communities.

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036a
Jun
12
1996
Lever Arch File 02
55 1991 - 1996
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McClay Library and Archives, Queen's University Belfast, digitized by the Quill Project at https://quillproject.net/resource_collections/384/.

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