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The bespoke mitigation arrangements for Northern Ireland were agreed by the Executive following the \u201cA Fresh Start, the Stormont Agreement and Implementation Plan<\/em>\u201d.<\/p> <\/p> I understand that the present uncertainty over the future of these schemes has been a cause of considerable concern, especially for those in receipt of the top up payments.<\/p> <\/p> Neither the Northern Ireland Office nor its Ministers can instruct the Northern Ireland Civil Service in the devolved welfare space or direct spending from the NI block grant.<\/p> <\/p> We have however, following the Executive Formation Act, provided departments with additional guidance on the exercise their functions in the public interest in the absence of a restored NI Executive. And of course, we continue to work tirelessly to facilitate the restoration of locally accountable political leadership. I am grateful to the Noble Baroness for raising this matter.<\/p> <\/p>"}
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