Posted 12/20/2023, 2:03:05 PM
Ireland Takes Legal Action Over UK's Northern Ireland Legacy Act Granting Troubles Immunity
- Irish government bringing legal case against UK over Northern Ireland Legacy Act
- Act grants immunity to people who cooperate with new reconciliation commission
- Ireland has concerns act will breach European Convention on Human Rights
- Act prevents future investigations and legal proceedings related to Troubles
- UK believes act complies with human rights conventions due to immunity/investigation balance