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Third substantive report of the Independent Reporting Commission

17 November 2020

Proposing MP
Brandon Lewis Con
Great Yarmouth
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Northern Ireland Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the third substantive report from the Independent Reporting Commission (IRC) on tackling paramilitary activity and associated criminality in Northern Ireland.

Action Requested

There is no specific action requested, but the minister thanks the Commissioners for their work and acknowledges the ongoing importance of addressing paramilitarism despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Facts

  • The IRC was established under the Fresh Start Agreement in November 2015.
  • The Northern Ireland Executive Action Plan contains 43 recommendations to tackle paramilitary activity and associated criminality.
  • A commitment to continue tackling paramilitarism is included in the New Decade New Approach Agreement from January 2020.
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