The document is a speaking note delivered by the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland on October 30 1996, outlining the British Government's position on decommissioning during the negotiations. The Secretary of State emphasizes the importance of decommissioning illegal arms to build trust and confidence among negotiating parties, referencing the International Body's report which supports total and verifiable disarmament of paramilitary organizations. The British Government proposes a structured approach to decommissioning, including the introduction of enabling legislation, the establishment of an Independent Commission, and the formation of a Committee to oversee preparatory work and ensure progress. The note also stresses the need for mutual decommissioning efforts from both Republican and Loyalist groups and highlights the importance of maintaining ceasefires to facilitate the peace process.
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