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Written question asked by Lord Tebbit (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Monday, 8 October 2007.


Northern Ireland: Captain Nairac

Question
asked Her Majesty's Government:Whether, in light of the statement made by Mr Terry McCormick of his involvement in the kidnapping and murder of Captain Nairac, broadcast by BBC Northern Ireland on 19 June, they will bring forward the case of Captain Nairac from others being investigated by the historic inquiries team, so that (a) an early decision may be made on the possible prosecution of Mr McCormick; and (b) information concerning the location of Captain Nairac's remains may be obtained.
Answer

The murder of Robert Nairac is one of a number of cases that is currently under review by the historic inquiries team. If evidence is uncovered which would support a prosecution then a report will be forwarded to the Public Prosecution Service.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5274; 695 c3WA
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Criminal investigation Army Homicide Northern Ireland Prosecutions Terrorism McCormick, Terry Nairac, Robert
Link
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