Written question asked by Lord Laird (Non-affiliated) on Tuesday, 14 March 2017, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 28 March 2017. It was answered by Lord Dunlop (Conservative) on Friday, 24 March 2017 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Armed Forces: Northern Ireland

Question: To ask Her Majesty’s Government what discussions they have had with the Northern Ireland Executive about extending the amnesty against prosecution accorded to members of the IRA to include British Service personnel charged with offences in Northern Ireland.

Answer

There is no amnesty, immunity, or exemption from prosecution. This Government is clear that the rule of law applies to everyone equally and where there is evidence of wrongdoing this should be pursued. The UK Government remains committed to the establishment of the new bodies proposed in the Stormont House Agreement, which will address the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland in ways that are fair, balanced and proportionate.

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Type: Written question
Reference: HL6076
Session: 2016-17
Subjects: Armed forces Amnesties Northern Ireland Prosecutions
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Armed Forces: Northern Ireland

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