Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland
07/21/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/21/2026 11:41
Minister McEntee speaks with new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Chris Bryant MP
Press release
Minister McEntee speaks with new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Chris Bryant MP
- Published on: 21 July 2026
- Last updated on: 21 July 2026
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee TD, today (21 July) spoke with the newly appointed Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Chris Bryant MP.
Following the call, Minister McEntee said: "I was pleased to speak with the new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland after his appointment yesterday.
"We share the same commitment to delivering for the people of Northern Ireland and building relationships across these islands.
"To the foreof our conversation was ongoing work in both jurisdictions to implement the Joint Framework on the Legacy of the Troubles. I emphasised the need for swift implementation of the commitments made by both governments under the Joint Framework.
"We also discussed EU-UK relations and my desire during our Presidency to build on progress made over the past two years.
"I look forward to meeting the Secretary of State in person in the near future. No doubt there will be challenging times, but I am confident that by working closely together as co-guarantors of the Good Friday Agreement, we can navigate those and deliver for people across these islands."
ENDS
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