UK's Labour government plans to repeal Legacy Act, replacing it with new measures for Troubles crimes in Northern Ireland.

The UK's Labour government plans to repeal the Legacy Act, which offers conditional immunity for Troubles crimes in Northern Ireland and has faced almost universal opposition. The government will replace the Act with new measures, including repealing conditional immunity, allowing civil claims for victims and families, and resuming prematurely halted Troubles-era inquests. The government will consult with Northern Ireland political parties, the Dublin government, and all communities in the region to develop further legislation.

July 17, 2024
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