The Northern Ireland Secretary rejected claims that the UK government is pandering to the Irish government over a law related to the Troubles. The allegation was that London is giving Dublin too much influence over the legislation. The secretary rejected that interpretation and defended the UK's approach. The dispute centers on a measure dealing with the Troubles, though its relevant provisions were not described. The exact political disagreement and the stage of the legislative process have not been set out. It also remains unclear whether the secretary proposed any changes to the law. The exchange leaves the two governments at odds over how the measure should be handled.