Written question asked by Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 26 November 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 28 November 2024. It was answered by Hilary Benn (Labour) on Monday, 2 December 2024 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, with reference to the Written Statement of 29 July 2024 on the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, HCWS30, what steps he plans to take to consult stakeholders on proposals relating to that Act.

Answer: As part of my commitment to repeal and replace the Legacy Act, I am undertaking a wide range of engagements, consulting with interested parties, including victims and survivors, veterans, statutory bodies, Northern Ireland political parties, and wider civil society. This of course includes continued close discussion with the Irish Government, which this Government considers to be a valued partner in this process. These discussions focus on finding a pragmatic way forward that can both comply with human rights and command public confidence. I am encouraged by the willingness of those I have met to date to engage constructively, and I look forward to further discussions in the period ahead.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 16413
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy & Reconciliation) Act 2023
Monday, 29 July 2024
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects: Northern Ireland Terrorism
Legislation: Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk