MPs Debate Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Bill
MPs have begun debating legislation designed to address the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles, amid concerns that the timetable leaves too little time for detailed scrutiny.
The Government proposed 156 changes.
One change concerns the UK Attorney General. The Attorney General would make the final decision on prosecutions.
These prosecutions link to the Troubles.
Opposition MPs criticised the Commons timetable. Gavin Robinson criticised it too.
They said MPs needed more time. They needed time to study the Bill.
Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant supported the Bill. He said families need answers about open cases.
Joe McVey is Commissioner for Victims and Survivors. He said the new processes must be independent and fair.
He said victims’ experiences must stay central.
Section: United Kingdom
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