Justice Minister David Ford meets Home Secretary and Justice Secretary

The Minister will discuss a number of areas of mutual interest including organised crime, policing and the review of legal services.

David Ford said, “As Northern Ireland’s Justice Minister, I am committed to engaging with colleagues across the UK and Republic.  

“Today’s meetings in London follow discussions I have already had in Edinburgh with Kenny MacAskill and Dermot Ahern.

“While the future of our justice system now rests in local hands, co-operation across administrations is still important.

“Devolution provides an opportunity to reshape our justice system to meet local needs and that work is underway.

“However I want to establish positive working relationships with ministers in other administrations so that we can continue to work closely in the many areas of mutual interest and learn lessons from one another.”

Notes to editors

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