To ask the First Minister and deputy First Minister to detail (i) an update on the work of the unit responsible for the Europe Strategy; and (ii) how its work is assessed in the absence of such a Strategy.

The Europe Strategy unit is part of the Europe Strategy and International Relations Division. It leads and coordinates engagement at official level on EU relations, including the UK-EU Strategic Partnership, supports Ministers at the Inter-Ministerial Group on EU relations, and coordinates input to UK bilateral relationships with key European partners.

Its work is assessed against the delivery of Executive priorities, Programme for Government outcomes and the department’s business plan.