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The Judge's Daughter: New declassified files reveal why government ignored the convicted man's innocence 

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The Miscarriage of Justice: The Case of Ian Hay Gordon

This chapter explores the wrongful conviction of Ian Hay Gordon in the murder of Patricia Curran, highlighting the political and judicial tensions of Northern Ireland during the era. It delves into the release of new documents that reveal civil servants' fears about undermining public confidence in the judiciary amid political instability. The narrative reflects on the implications of potential government intervention and the complexities that entangle justice with shifting political landscapes.

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