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<p>I am aware of the recent outbreak of strep A among children in Northern Ireland
and across the UK.</p><p> </p><p>This is a devolved matter for the Northern Ireland
Department of Health and the Public Health Agency in Northern Ireland to respond to.</p><p>
</p><p>In the absence of an Executive, the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
has passed legislation that clarifies the powers for Northern Ireland Departments
to maintain delivery of public services, including health services.</p><p> </p>
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