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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 18 Nov 2025
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

"I am almost done.

Another important issue is that we must and will protect our veterans from vexatious and unwarranted investigations. The creation of a reformed Legacy Commission must not only provide for accountability, but provide the protection of the innocent. Legacy cases have dominated the inquest system in Northern …..."

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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 18 Nov 2025
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

"I have plenty of views on that, but it does not change my view on immunity. I believe immunity is wrong, particularly for soldiers.

Moving on, I understand the concerns of my fellow veterans that any investigations into historical deaths have previously disproportionately focused on the actions of the armed …..."

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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 18 Nov 2025
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

"The peace process in Northern Ireland was hard-won, and tough compromises had to be accepted by all parties. The Good Friday agreement was never going to have the wholesale support of all, but it brought about an end to the horrendous violence. However, it did not include a mechanism for …..."
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