Northern Ireland Court of Appeal dismisses application to block Gerry Adams' compensation after quashed 1970s prison escape convictions; UK's Troubles Legacy Act currently prevents payout.

The Northern Ireland Court of Appeal has dismissed an application to block former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams from receiving compensation after his 1970s prison escape convictions were quashed. The UK government's Troubles Legacy Act imposes a block on any payout. The Court of Appeal ruled that Adams is precluded from obtaining compensation, but if the law changes, he can reignite his application for payment.

February 26, 2024
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