To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many days he spent in Northern Ireland on official business in each of the last 12 months; and on how many occasions he stayed overnight. (133621)

From April 2006 to March 2007 inclusive, I have spent 123 days in Northern Ireland. It is not appropriate to disclose details of where I spend my nights as this is considered personal information with security implications.

In addition to the time spent in Northern Ireland, I undertake NIO business in Parliament and in the Northern Ireland Office, London. As a member of the Cabinet I have additional duties including attending Cabinet meetings on Thursday mornings.