Human Rights Commission Responds to Joint Legacy Framework

The NIHRC welcomes the publication of a framework document agreed by the UK and Irish Governments. It is clear that progress has been made. The unequivocal commitment to human rights compliance is significant and particularly welcomed. While the NIHRC will need to consider the detail and view the draft legislation when it is ready, it recognises the effort and good faith that is behind this framework. The NIHRC will provide statutory advice to the Secretary of State.

Notes to editors

1. The UK Government and the Government of Ireland published a Joint Legacy Framework on 19.9.25. Read it here: The Legacy of the Troubles: A Joint Framework between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of Ireland - GOV.UK
2. The NIHRC published a Legacy note on 15.9.25 setting out its rationale for advice regarding the Independent Commission for Reconciliation & Information Recovery (ICRIR) and Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Legacy Act). Read it here: Publication - Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission Legacy Note | Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission

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