Moved by
Lord Greenhalgh
90: Clause 120, page 129, line 4, at end insert—
“(c) the relevant Northern Ireland department.”
Member’s explanatory statement
This amendment places the Secretary of State under a duty to consult the relevant department in Northern Ireland before making arrangements to establish the new homes ombudsman scheme.
91: Clause 120, page 129, line 4, at end insert—
“(5) In this section, “the relevant Northern Ireland department” means—
(a) the Northern Ireland department designated for the purposes of this section by the First Minister and deputy First Minister acting jointly, or
(b) failing such a designation, the Executive Office in Northern Ireland.”
Member’s explanatory statement
This amendment explains which department in Northern Ireland is the relevant Northern Ireland department.