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Thompson Supreme Court Judgment

17 December 2025

Proposing MP
Leeds South
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Northern Ireland Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the Supreme Court's Thompson case judgment and its implications.

Action Requested

The Government will take time to fully consider the judgment, particularly regarding Operation Kenova's request for naming STEAK KNIFE, and will return to the House with a final view.

Key Facts

  • The Supreme Court delivered a unanimous judgment in the Thompson case.
  • The case has wide-ranging implications.
  • Operation Kenova requested the Government to name STEAK KNIFE.
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