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Troops BANNED from supporting veterans in public amid growing fury over ‘betrayed’ ex-servicemen
As published by GB News Army chiefs have imposed a ban on troops publicly supporting veterans, sparking outrage among former personnel who feel “betrayed” by the decision. Several Army regimental headquarters shared social media links to a petition opposing changes to legislation protecting Northern Ireland veterans from investigations. The petition, which has garnered significant support, […]
Benn ‘searching’ for legal solution to prevent payouts to Troubles internees
As published by the Standard The Northern Ireland Secretary has said he is still searching for a legal solution to prevent former Troubles internees such as Gerry Adams from seeking compensation. Hilary Benn promised to update MPs “when we have found it” as he faced pressure from the Conservatives to bring forward legislation to “clear […]
‘IT’S A DISGRACE’ Fury as Army chiefs BAN troops from supporting ‘betrayed’ veterans in public
As published by The Sun ARMY chiefs banned troops from supporting veterans in public — amid growing fury in the ranks that ex-servicemen are being “betrayed”. A ban came after up to 90,000 people signed a petition urging No 10 not to dilute a law shielding Northern Ireland veterans from witch-hunts. At least three Army regimental […]
Labour to be handed ‘spying powers’ on bank accounts in Fraud Bill
As published by City AM Labour is facing fresh questions over its Fraud Bill, which has been slammed for handing the government “spying powers”. The legislation, which passed in the Commons on Wednesday, bulks up the Department for Work and Pensions’ (DWP) ability to recover money directly from fraudsters’ bank accounts. The DWP pledged the […]
Protect veterans from legacy probes, says former government minister as he slams ‘demonstrably wrong’ Clonoe verdict on IRA gang deaths
As published by the Belfast News Letter British veterans should be given legal protection against legacy probes, a former government minister has said, while attacking the controversial Clonoe case verdict.Sir David Davis MP, a minister in Theresa May’s government, said it would have been “collective suicide” for SAS men confronting an armed IRA gang in […]