Derry Daily
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
Wednesday 19°CThursday 17°C

Derry Daily Derry Daily Derry Daily

  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
Derry CityLawNewsPolitics

‘British Government cannot be allowed to impose amnesty plans’

written by cassoscoop July 16, 2021
ShareTweet

SDLP leader and Foyle MP Colum Eastwood

SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood has said that Boris Johnson and Brandon Lewis cannot be given a free run to impose their plans to award amnesties to those involved in serious troubles-related crimes.

The Foyle MP made the case during a meeting of the Party Leaders’ Forum with Secretary of State Brandon Lewis and Minister Simon Coveney.

Speaking after the meeting, Mr Eastwood: “There is a strong consensus among party leaders that the British Government proposal for an amnesty for those involved in serious conflict-related crimes cannot be allowed to proceed.

“It represents a gross distortion of the structures agreed by most parties during the Stormont House Agreement and abandons the needs of victims and survivors.

“It is pathetic that Boris Johnson and Brandon Lewis pushed ahead with this announcement before the consultation and engagement process with political parties and victims had begun in any serious way.

“This process cannot have a predetermined outcome that fails to deliver truth, justice, accountability and acknowledgement that victims and survivors need.

“The SDLP will not give this government a free run on legacy. We will continue to take a stand for victims and survivors.

“The Assembly will now meet next week giving all parties an opportunity to send a united message to the British Government.

“We stand with victims and we will stand against this amnesty.”

‘British Government cannot be allowed to impose amnesty plans’ was last modified: July 16th, 2021 by cassoscoop

Tags:
'British Government cannot be allowed to impose amnesty plans'accountabilitycolum eastwoodFoyle MPjusticeleaderlegacyPrime Minister Boris JohnsonSDLPSTORMONT ASSEMBLYtruthvictims and survivors
ShareTweet
cassoscoop

LEAVE A COMMENT

You may also like

Derry sewer works delayed to avoid Foyle...

37 mins ago

Autism friendly banking at AIB Derry

6 hours ago

Limited parking at Council facilities during Foyle...

6 hours ago

Labour Market training on machinery

6 hours ago

Eastwood challenges Prime Minister: No killer can...

6 hours ago

Feile 2025 unveil biggest programme of events

1 day ago

Loughs Agency delivers extensive fisheries improvement works...

1 day ago

Alcohol Forum Ireland seeks Finance Administrator/Bookkeeper for...

2 days ago

Motorcyclist seriously injured in Donegal collision

2 days ago

Council officially adopts Local Development Plan, LDP...

2 days ago

Keep in touch

Facebook Twitter Email

Features

  • Sun, sea, spectacular views, historical charm and fabulous food. Tunisia of course

    April 5, 2024
  • Magical trip to see Santa from Belfast

    December 20, 2023
  • DD Travel Feature: Cork’s amazing The Montenotte Hotel

    April 18, 2023
  • Derry cancer survivor Noeleen McMorris reveals importance of awareness

    July 25, 2022
  • Competition! Win tickets to Northern Ireland v England Women’s Euro 2022 match

    June 17, 2022

Courts

  • Woman charged over serious assault in Derry

    July 13, 2025
  • Man to face Derry court over cannabis plants seizure

    July 11, 2025
  • Man charged to court over Derry drugs seizure

    July 6, 2025
  • Drink-driver charged to court over Derry collision

    July 5, 2025
  • Derry priest faces seven more child sex charges

    July 4, 2025

Donegal Daily

    Read More

    • News
    • Sport
    • Courts
    • Jobs
    • Features
    • Business
    • Politics

    Information

    • Contact Us
    • About
    • Advertise WIth Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms & Conditions
    Derry Daily

    © 2025 Derry Daily. All rights reserved.


    Back To Top

    We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkPrivacy policy