Sinn Féin MP John Finucane has reiterated calls for any legacy legislation passed at Westminster to meet the needs of victims and families.
The North Belfast MP made the comments after a conditional immunity mechanism was removed yesterday by MPs in Westminster, which was first passed as part of the Tories’ 2023 Legacy Act.
“I note the removal of this provision, which the courts had already found to be incompatible with the British government’s legal obligations,” Mr Finucane said.
“It is important to remember that this change follows clear and critical court judgments. The focus now must be on ensuring that families are provided with lawful avenues to pursue information, truth and justice, something that was denied to them under the previous legislation.
“Any legacy process must be centred on victims and families, not on protecting the state or any group within it. Equality before the law is fundamental, and fairness must apply to everyone.
“As wider legacy legislation continues to make its way through Westminster, it is essential that it is human-rights compliant and commands the confidence of victims and families. Anything less will repeat the mistakes of the past.
“Families have waited far too long. They deserve a process grounded in law, dignity and respect, which finally delivers answers.”
