Controversial legislation that will create a prosecution amnesty for those who committed conflict-related crimes in Northern Ireland, is expected to become law next month.
Cabinet Office minister Johnny Mercer told MPs Thursday that the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill will have cleared all stages by the summer recess, despite fierce opposition.
Earlier this week, Ireland premier Leo Varadkar said Ireland will consider taking an interstate case against the UK if the immunity proposals are passed.
Peers are also set to vote on amendments to have the “most severely disliked” measures completely ditched.
The proposed law would provide immunity for people accused of crimes during the Troubles, as long as they cooperate with a new truth recovery body, known as the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery….