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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Calvin Bailey (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Veterans: Northern Ireland

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many former members of the Armed Forces are receiving legal support funded by his Department in relation to Troubles-related investigations, inquests or prosecutions.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence is currently funding independent legal representation for 13 former members of the Armed Forces in relation to Troubles-related investigations, inquests and prosecutions.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22707
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Legal representation Northern Ireland Veterans
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk