GAA official Sean Brown who was brutally murdered 27 years ago
It follows last week’s judgement in the Court of Appeal in Belfast where Lady Chief Justice Keegan said “the decision to refuse a public inquiry cannot stand and is unlawful and in breach of Article 2 obligations.”
Said Ms O’Neill: “Last week, outside court, Bridie Brown made a direct plea to the British government, and I want to echo her powerful and emotional words.
“The Brown family has waited far too long for truth, justice and accountability. They should not have to endure the indignity and insult of further delays or legal appeals.
“I have written to the British Prime Minister, imploring him and his government to accept the unequivocal High Court ruling and grant a public inquiry without any further delay.
“Anything less would only further compound the grief and trauma of the Brown family, who — despite the passage of nearly 28 years — have not given up their courageous and dignified battle for justice.
“There can be no more cynical moves or obstructionist tactics by the British government. It’s time to hold a public inquiry, and at last establish the full truth around Sean Brown’s murder.
“As Bridie Brown said, five judges have told the British government to do the right thing. That is what the Brown family deserves.”
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