The debate focused on the legacy issues and justice system in Northern Ireland. Johnny Mercer highlighted the treatment of elderly veterans who served during the troubles period, emphasising that they deserve fairness and acknowledgment for their service to the country. He discussed the context of current proceedings and criticised aggressive behaviour from those prolonging legal processes for personal gain. Mercer emphasised the need for prosecution of those who committed crimes with military authority but stressed the difficulty in achieving fair redress through courts due to poor investigations. He provided examples highlighting perceived biases within the justice system, such as the involvement of individuals with past affiliations with terrorist groups in key judicial positions. He also called for a public inquiry into the Public Prosecution Service and criticised the Government’s proposals for dealing with legacy issues, arguing that they are naive and lack consent from stakeholders.