The Irish Passport

What does the “Troubles Legacy Bill” mean for Northern Ireland?

Sep 7, 2023
The podcast discusses the UK government's new 'Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Bill', its implications, and the outrage it has sparked in Northern Ireland. It explores the historical and political context, the need for justice for innocent civilians affected by the troubles, and the criticisms raised by Amnesty UK, the Council of Europe, and various political parties. The chapter also highlights the active obstruction of justice and the victims' preference for traditional democratic processes.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Exploring the Troubles Legacy Bill and its Historical Context
03:11 • 9min
3
The Power of Perspective and the Need for Justice in Northern Ireland
12:28 • 3min
4
Criticism of the Troubles Legacy Bill and Reflection on a Husband's Murder
15:14 • 2min
5
The Troubles Legacy Bill: Undermining Justice and Cross-Community Cooperation
17:14 • 29min
6
Active Obstruction of Justice in the Troubles Legacy Bill
45:53 • 3min