Troubles-related Crime 2023-02-08
2023-02-08
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Q1
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The Northern Ireland Troubles have caused numerous crimes, and the government is expected to address these issues.
What steps his Department is taking to support people affected by troubles-related crimes. The questioner seeks specific actions being taken or planned by the department to help victims of such crimes.
The UK Government are committed to delivering better outcomes for those most affected by the troubles, while helping society in general to look forward. The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill will establish an independent body to conduct reviews into troubles-related deaths and serious injuries.
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Specific steps being taken or planned were not detailed
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Q2
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The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill is under consideration, addressing concerns raised by victims, families, and survivors.
My right hon. Friend has always been clear that he will engage constructively with victims' groups and listen to concerns that they may have about the Bill. What unresolved issues will be addressed as the Bill proceeds through Parliament?
My hon. Friend correctly highlights the significant engagement of the whole of my ministerial team, myself included, with many interested parties. We have listened to concerns and tabled amendments addressing key issues including ECHR compliance, strengthening the commission's independence, sanctions for misleading the commission, and stronger incentives for individuals to engage.
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Q3
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The announcement about the Omagh bombing public inquiry raises concerns about the approach towards justice for those involved in planning and constructing the bomb.
In light of the announcement about the Omagh bombing public inquiry, will the same focus be put on getting justice for those people who constructed, planned and planted, as opposed to a witch hunt against those who have potentially had a dereliction of duty?
Everybody in this House knows that it was dissident republican terrorists who planted the Omagh bomb. Justice needs to be found there. However, a court ruling identified four areas where the Government were lacking and led to the establishment of a public inquiry.
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Specific focus on justice for planners/constructors was not detailed
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