Chairman of The Bar of Northern Ireland Liam McCollum QC and Chairman of The Bar of Ireland Paul McGarry SC today welcomed the recognition and protection afforded to the relevant key legal provisions arising from today’s Brexit agreement reached between the UK and EU.
Both The Bar of Northern Ireland and The Bar of Ireland have been keenly awaiting clarification on the status of the various legal issues that arise from Brexit including the legal status of the Good Friday Agreement, the jurisdiction of the European Court of Justice and the movement of people, goods and services following the UK’s departure from the European Union. While acknowledging that a significant level of detail remains to be developed, the clarity provided by today’s agreement will enable both Bars to focus more clearly on the issues affecting the legal and justice sectors in each jurisdiction. Fundamentally it will assist in the provision of meaningful advice and assistance to clients of both Bars who will be seeking guidance on the implications for their business, civic and personal interests.