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The King's Speech 2026 bill on legacy arrangements connected to the Northern Ireland Troubles, replacing the previous approach with a revised framework.

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2026

82 events
14 May 2026 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Government's Legislative Programme: Northern Ireland

Why linked: Commons statement on the Government's Legislative Programme for Northern Ireland (2026-05-14), substantive ministerial statement on legislative priorities including the Troubles Bill

UIN: HCWS1570 The UK Government’s legislative programme for the second session was set out at the State Opening of Parliament on 13 May 2026. This statement summarises the programme and how it applies to Northern Ireland. It does not include …

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14 May 2026 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Government's Legislative Programme: Northern Ireland

Why linked: Parliamentary statement on the Government's Legislative Programme for Northern Ireland from 2026-05-14, directly names Northern Ireland legislative agenda and would cover the Troubles Bill in its scope

UIN: HLWS1579 My Rt Hon Friend the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn) has today made the following statement:The UK Government’s legislative programme for the second session was set out at the State Opening of Parliament on 13 …

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13 May 2026 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office linked commitment

King's Speech announces Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

Why linked: The King's Speech 2026 and official briefing notes announce the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill as part of the government's legislative programme.

The King's Speech 2026 bill on legacy arrangements connected to the Northern Ireland Troubles, replacing the previous approach with a revised framework.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ The King's Speech 2026: background briefing not… (129pp)
30 Apr 2026 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Why linked: Statutory Instrument amending the 2023 Legacy Act (the instrument being replaced) – necessary background on previous framework.

These Regulations amend the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/584 (C. 36)) (“the 2024 Regulations”). The 2024 Regulations were the second set of commencement regulations made under the …

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28 Apr 2026 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what the legal status is of the remedial order brought against the Northern Ireland Legacy Bill.

Why linked: Written question on the legal status of remedial order relating to the Northern Ireland Legacy Bill (April 2026), directly relevant to implementation and revision of legacy arrangements

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what the legal status is of the remedial order brought against the Northern Ireland Legacy Bill.

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22 Apr 2026 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the government of the Republic of Ireland about the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill since the publication of the Joint Framework in September 2025.

Why linked: Written Question on Government discussions with Republic of Ireland re: Northern Ireland Troubles Bill – cross-border dimensions within scope of legacy framework.

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the government of the Republic of Ireland about the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill since the publication of the Joint Framework in September 2025.

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22 Apr 2026 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

Why linked: Government Statement (HCWS1536) on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill – substantive ministerial update on Bill's legislative intent and legacy framework.

UIN: HCWS1536 I wish to update the House on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill (“The Troubles Bill”) and the Government’s commitment to put in place legislation to address the legacy of that terrible period in our history. In the 28 …

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22 Apr 2026 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

Why linked: Government Statement (HLWS1544) from Secretary of State for Northern Ireland on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill – substantive House of Lords ministerial statement.

UIN: HLWS1544 My Rt Hon Friend the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn) has today made the following statement:I wish to update the House on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill (“The Troubles Bill”) and the Government’s commitment to …

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21 Apr 2026 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the government of Northern Ireland has implemented legislation relating to Northern Ireland Troubles legacy since the publication of the Joint Framework in September 2025; and if so, what legislation.

Why linked: Lords PQ on implementation of legislation relating to Northern Ireland Troubles — on-thread.

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the government of Northern Ireland has implemented legislation relating to Northern Ireland Troubles legacy since the publication of the Joint Framework in September 2025; and if so, what legislation.

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21 Apr 2026 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the government of Northern Ireland has ended legal against the UK over the Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Act 2023.

Why linked: Written parliamentary question directly referencing the Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Act 2023 and legal proceedings, clearly within scope of legacy framework and accountability mechanisms

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the government of Northern Ireland has ended legal against the UK over the Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Act 2023.

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15 Apr 2026 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery Review

Why linked: WMS announcing ICRIR Review (April 2026) — the renamed Legacy Commission's predecessor body's commenced operations, directly relevant to the Bill's reform of the same body.

UIN: HCWS1516 The Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery (ICRIR) commenced its work in May 2024 under the last government’s Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023. Since then, under the leadership of Sir Declan Morgan...

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2 Apr 2026 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government how many civil claims relating to the Northern Ireland Troubles are currently directed against each government department; how many of these were blocked by the…

Why linked: Directly relevant written question on civil claims relating to Northern Ireland Troubles directed against government departments. Substantive parliamentary scrutiny material on the core subject matter of legacy accountability and potential government liability.

To ask His Majesty's Government how many civil claims relating to the Northern Ireland Troubles are currently directed against each government department; how many of these were blocked by the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023

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2 Apr 2026 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government how they assess clauses 89 and 90 of the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill to be compatible with the European Convention on Human Rights, in light of sections 46 and 47…

Why linked: Written Question on clauses 89-90 compatibility with ECHR – substantive legal/constitutional scrutiny of Bill provisions.

To ask His Majesty's Government how they assess clauses 89 and 90 of the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill to be compatible with the European Convention on Human Rights, in light of sections 46 and 47 of the Northern Ireland Troubles …

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24 Mar 2026 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, whether he plans to proceed with the implementation of the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2025.

Why linked: PQ asking whether the Secretary of State plans to proceed with the implementation of the 2023 Act — direct scrutiny of the regime being replaced by the Bill.

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, whether he plans to proceed with the implementation of the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2025.

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9 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Defence linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the oral contribution of the Minister for the Armed Forces in response to the question from the hon. Member for South Suffolk during the Urgent Question on Northern Ireland Troubles Bill: Armed

Why linked: Defence-side PQ flagging cross-departmental engagement on the Bill — on-thread.

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the oral contribution of the Minister for the Armed Forces in response to the question from the hon. Member for South Suffolk during the Urgent Question on Northern Ireland …

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25 Feb 2026 | Debate linked direct

Scottish Veterans

Why linked: Commons Chamber debate on the Bill's effect on Scottish veterans — substantive on-thread debate.

Commons Chamber debate | Commons

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7 Jan 2026 | Bill stage Northern Ireland Office linked

Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

Luke Akehurst (North Durham) (Lab): 2. What steps he has taken to engage with relevant stakeholders on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill. Mr Paul Foster (South Ribble) (Lab): 9. What steps he has taken to engage with relevant stakeholders on …

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2025

82 events
9 Dec 2025 | Research Human Rights (Joint Committee) linked direct

9th Report - Draft Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2025: Second Report

Why linked: Parliamentary committee report on Remedial Order 2025 relating to 2023 Act; directly relevant to Bill context

Parliamentary committee report on Remedial Order 2025 relating to 2023 Act; directly relevant to Bill context

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

In future consultation rounds, the Government must implement a strategy whereby people feel genuinely consulted on policy proposals, not simply told what that policy will be. (Recommendation, Paragraph 20) The Commission

Why linked: Policy recommendation on consultation strategy; relates to Troubles Bill implementation

In future consultation rounds, the Government must implement a strategy whereby people feel genuinely consulted on policy proposals, not simply told what that policy will be. (Recommendation, Paragraph 20) The Commission Type: recommendation | Number: 2 | Response status: not_addressed …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

The Joint Framework and Troubles Bill offer a chance to reset the investigation process for Troubles-related cases. Despite reassurances from ICRIR, some stakeholders continued to have misgivings about the 80 commission’s work. Many families and others have entrusted ICRIR with their cases, however, and the fact that these are continuing–and the courts and both Governments saw no reason why they should not–until the new commission takes up this work demonstrates that in law at least the curre...

Why linked: Analysis of Troubles Bill and investigation process reset; substantive policy scrutiny

The Joint Framework and Troubles Bill offer a chance to reset the investigation process for Troubles-related cases. Despite reassurances from ICRIR, some stakeholders continued to have misgivings about the 80 commission’s work. Many families and others have entrusted ICRIR with …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

The Government must address concerns about the lack of any specific requirement for the investigations process to be ECHR-compliant; the de facto exclusion of most Troubles-related sexual crimes from the commission’s remit; the perceived risk that the Commission may disclose in its final reports the questions families have asked, or alternatively the risk that it may present its findings solely in reference to the questions posed, and views expressed, by families; the threshold for the exclus...

Why linked: Analysis of ECHR-compliance requirements in Troubles Bill; substantive policy scrutiny

The Government must address concerns about the lack of any specific requirement for the investigations process to be ECHR-compliant; the de facto exclusion of most Troubles-related sexual crimes from the commission’s remit; the perceived risk that the Commission may disclose …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

The Troubles Bill partly addresses concerns about the Secretary of State’s wide-ranging powers of appointment to the commission under the Legacy Act. Relinquishing such powers to an independent entity may only raise questions of accountability, so transparency will be an important confidence-building part of this process. To that end, the Government should consider the merits of a Minister being bound by a recommendation of the panel of relevant person/s; and publishing an indicative list of ...

Why linked: Analysis of Secretary of State appointment powers in Troubles Bill vs Legacy Act; substantive policy scrutiny

The Troubles Bill partly addresses concerns about the Secretary of State’s wide-ranging powers of appointment to the commission under the Legacy Act. Relinquishing such powers to an independent entity may only raise questions of accountability, so transparency will be an …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

In the interests of transparency, we recommend that the Government publish an indicative list of these consultees. Additionally, the Government must explain the membership and remit of the oversight board more clearly to those stakeholders in whom it needs to build more confidence in its proposals, including what practicable steps it is taking to include international expertise, beyond the parties to the Joint Framework. There is also a case for ensuring that monitoring reviews of the commiss...

Why linked: Recommendations on transparency and consultee publication for Troubles Bill; substantive policy scrutiny

In the interests of transparency, we recommend that the Government publish an indicative list of these consultees. Additionally, the Government must explain the membership and remit of the oversight board more clearly to those stakeholders in whom it needs to …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

The new provisions on conflicts of interest in the Joint Framework and Troubles Bill are, ultimately, a reflection of the political realities of Northern Ireland. By stating this matter of fact, we do not seek to impugn the integrity of any of the current commission officeholders, who continue to discharge their duties in difficult circumstances with the utmost professionalism. Questions remain, however, about the extent of the Secretary of State’s power to determine what constitutes a confli...

Why linked: Analysis of conflicts of interest provisions in Troubles Bill; substantive policy scrutiny

The new provisions on conflicts of interest in the Joint Framework and Troubles Bill are, ultimately, a reflection of the political realities of Northern Ireland. By stating this matter of fact, we do not seek to impugn the integrity of …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

The Government must also clarify what constitutes for one director, ‘experience of conducting criminal investigations in Northern Ireland’, given the proposal that the other director, ‘will not have that experience but will have experience of conducting criminal investigations outside Northern Ireland’; and who arbitrates if the two directors disagree on how a case should progress. (Recommendation, Paragraph 96) 82

Why linked: Analysis of director qualification requirements in Troubles Bill; substantive policy scrutiny

The Government must also clarify what constitutes for one director, ‘experience of conducting criminal investigations in Northern Ireland’, given the proposal that the other director, ‘will not have that experience but will have experience of conducting criminal investigations outside Northern …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

The Joint Framework and Troubles Bill partially fill the gap in commission accountability left by the Legacy Act. It is still unclear, however, what procedure there is to complain about maladministration or service failure by the commission. The Government must also clarify whether the powers of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland to investigate a relevant offence apply only to serving PSNI officers; and whether it would be more coherent– and victim-centred–for the commission to investi...

Why linked: Analysis of accountability provisions in Troubles Bill vs Legacy Act; substantive policy scrutiny

The Joint Framework and Troubles Bill partially fill the gap in commission accountability left by the Legacy Act. It is still unclear, however, what procedure there is to complain about maladministration or service failure by the commission. The Government must …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

We recognise the fundamental importance of balancing information disclosure with national security issues. Someone has to strike that balance. The Government did not undertake that role under the previous “Package of Measures” for investigating Troubles-related cases, nor does it under Operation Kenova. It will do, however, under the Troubles Bill. This is of course not an issue for the terrorist organisations that caused so much harm and suffering during the Troubles. It was not their modus ...

Why linked: Analysis of information disclosure and national security balance in Troubles Bill; substantive policy scrutiny

We recognise the fundamental importance of balancing information disclosure with national security issues. Someone has to strike that balance. The Government did not undertake that role under the previous “Package of Measures” for investigating Troubles-related cases, nor does it under …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

For Part 4 to succeed, the Government must progress its provisions in tandem with implementation of the Troubles Bill, ensure the process for choosing those who deliver it is transparent and allocate capital funding to enable reconciliation projects to commence. (Recommendation, Paragraph 226)

Why linked: Policy recommendation on implementation of Troubles Bill provisions; substantive policy guidance

For Part 4 to succeed, the Government must progress its provisions in tandem with implementation of the Troubles Bill, ensure the process for choosing those who deliver it is transparent and allocate capital funding to enable reconciliation projects to commence. …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked direct

All the reform, goodwill and political impetus in the world will not lead to truth and justice if there is not enough money–either for investigatory or information-disclosing bodies. Despite the initial £250 million allocation to legacy mechanisms, this funding pot has not been updated to account for any of the new mechanisms proposed through the Troubles Bill. Indeed, additional duties on the Commission, responsibilities on bodies charged with identifying and disclosing information and ongoi...

Why linked: 2025-12-01 Commentary on funding for investigatory and information-disclosing bodies – substantive policy concern directly relevant to legacy commission/body resourcing

All the reform, goodwill and political impetus in the world will not lead to truth and justice if there is not enough money–either for investigatory or information-disclosing bodies. Despite the initial £250 million allocation to legacy mechanisms, this funding pot …

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1 Dec 2025 | Committee report linked evidence

The NIO’s consultation and communications strategy prior to the announcement of the Joint Framework attracted criticism from families, victims-survivors and others. The contents of the Joint Framework and the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill may be interpreted by those who raised such concerns as evidence that Ministers were listening, but this does not make up entirely for the frustration, distrust and scepticism that some people experienced along the way. (Conclusion, Paragraph 19)

Why linked: Filled the "Previous legacy frameworks or mechanisms being replaced (e.g., Historical Institutional Abuse Inquiry, Legacy Inquest processes)" gap via web research

The NIO’s consultation and communications strategy prior to the announcement of the Joint Framework attracted criticism from families, victims-survivors and others. The contents of the Joint Framework and the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill may be interpreted by those who raised …

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18 Nov 2025 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

Why linked: Government Statement (HCWS1063) updating on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill – ministerial statement directly addressing the new legislative framework.

UIN: HCWS1063 In 2020, the Supreme Court ruled that the detention of Gerry Adams - who was interned in July 1973 - was unlawful because the Interim Custody Order was not personally signed by William Whitelaw, the Secretary of State …

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18 Nov 2025 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

Why linked: Government Statement (HLWS1062) from Secretary of State for Northern Ireland on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill – Lords ministerial update on the Bill.

UIN: HLWS1062 My Rt Hon Friend the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn) has today made the following statement:In 2020, the Supreme Court ruled that the detention of Gerry Adams - who was interned in July 1973 - …

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18 Nov 2025 | Bill stage Northern Ireland Office linked

Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

Second Reading [Relevant documents: Oral evidence taken before the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee on 5 November and 22 October, on the Government’s new approach to addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland, HC 586 ; Written evidence to …

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5 Nov 2025 | Research House of Commons Library linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles Bill 2024-26

Why linked: Commons Briefing Paper (CBP-10364) on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill 2024-26, introduced October 2025 – substantive research document directly on the Bill being replaced.

Type: Commons Briefing Paper (CBP-10364) The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill 2024-26 was introduced in the House of Commons on 14 October 2025. The second reading for the bill took place on 18 November 2025.

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3 Nov 2025 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations 2025

Why linked: Statutory Instrument amending commencement provisions of 2023 Legacy Act – implementation of transitional arrangements from replaced mechanism.

These Regulations amend the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/584 (C. 36)) (“the 2024 Regulations”). The 2024 Regulations were the second set of commencement regulations made under the …

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15 Oct 2025 | Debate linked direct

What steps he is taking to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.

Why linked: Oral question on steps to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 – directly addresses the legislative change this Bill represents

What steps he is taking to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023. oral_question | Commons | Member: Gregory Stafford (Conservative)

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14 Oct 2025 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2025

Why linked: Government policy paper accompanying the 2025 Remedial Order — on-thread operationalising material.

Government policy paper accompanying the 2025 Remedial Order — on-thread operationalising material.

In response to: The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2025

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14 Oct 2025 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2025

Why linked: The Remedial Order 2025 is the live interim ECHR-compliance instrument amending the 2023 Act while the Bill is in passage — directly on-thread.

Presented to Parliament pursuant to paragraph 3(2) of Schedule 2 to the Human Rights Act 1998

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14 Oct 2025 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles Bill to repeal and replace Legacy Act

Why linked: Gov.uk announcement: 'Northern Ireland Troubles Bill to repeal and replace Legacy Act' – primary policy statement from responsible department establishing the new framework.

The new Northern Ireland Troubles Bill will put in place a fair and transparent system that enables families of victims, including those who never came home from service in Northern Ireland, to seek answers.

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14 Oct 2025 | Debate linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles

Why linked: Commons debate on Northern Ireland Troubles – substantive parliamentary debate likely covering legacy arrangements and the new Bill framework

Commons Chamber debate | Commons

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19 Sep 2025 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office linked evidence

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

Why linked: Filled the "Government strategy documents on Northern Ireland peace and reconciliation" gap via web research

A Joint Framework between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of Ireland

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11 Jul 2025 | Research House of Commons Library linked direct

Petition on repealing and replacing the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act

Why linked: Commons Library briefing CBP-10304 on the petition to repeal and replace the 2023 Act — on-thread independent scrutiny baseline.

Type: Commons Briefing Paper (CBP-10304) In 2024, the government announced it would repeal and replace the Northern Ireland (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023. Petition 725716 calls on the government to protect veterans from prosecution and not make changes to the …

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8 May 2025 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government what progress they have made in taking forward the provisions contained in Part 4 of the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 relating to oral history and the memorialisation strategy.

Why linked: Lords PQ on progress under Part 4 of the 2023 Act (oral history / memorialisation) — relevant because Part 4 is the only part of the 2023 Act being retained alongside the Bill.

To ask His Majesty's Government what progress they have made in taking forward the provisions contained in Part 4 of the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 relating to oral history and the memorialisation strategy.

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29 Apr 2025 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) (Amendment) Regulations 2025

Why linked: Statutory Instrument amending 2023 Legacy Act commencement – evidence of how previous framework was being administered before replacement.

These Regulations amend the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/584 (C. 36)) (“the 2024 Regulations”). The 2024 Regulations were the second set of commencement regulations made under the …

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23 Apr 2025 | Other Northern Ireland Affairs Committee linked direct

Formal meeting (oral evidence session) — Northern Ireland Affairs Committee — 2025-04-23

Why linked: Northern Ireland Affairs Committee formal evidence session 2025 on Government's new approach to legacy; inquiry into revised legacy framework

Event type: Formal meeting (oral evidence session) | Committee: Northern Ireland Affairs Committee | Inquiry: The Government's new approach to addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland | Starts: 2025-04-23T08:00:00+00:00 | Ends: 2025-04-23T11:00:00+00:00 | Location: Room 15, Palace …

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2 Apr 2025 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what recent discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the (a) financial and (b) legal liabilities of repealing the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.

Why linked: PQ on the financial implications of legacy proposals to the Chancellor — directly engages the funding-envelope uncertainty flagged by the NI Affairs Committee.

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what recent discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the (a) financial and (b) legal liabilities of repealing the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.

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26 Mar 2025 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, whether he plans to revoke the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.

Why linked: PQ on whether the Government plans to revoke the 2023 Act — direct precursor scrutiny to the Bill's introduction.

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, whether he plans to revoke the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.

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18 Mar 2025 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government what were the compelling reasons for dealing with the consequences of the Dillon case in High Court and Court of Appeal on the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 by way of remedial order under se

Why linked: Lords PQ on the compelling reasons for dealing with the Dillon consequences — engages the Court of Appeal litigation that the Bill responds to.

To ask His Majesty's Government what were the compelling reasons for dealing with the consequences of the Dillon case in High Court and Court of Appeal on the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 by way of remedial …

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11 Mar 2025 | Written question Attorney General linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the Attorney General’s Office advised the Northern Ireland Office on matters connected with the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, and the Government’s response to the Dillon case judgme

Why linked: Lords PQ on whether the Attorney General's Office advised NIO on the NIT Bill — process-of-government scrutiny of Bill preparation.

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the Attorney General’s Office advised the Northern Ireland Office on matters connected with the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, and the Government’s response to the Dillon case judgme

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28 Feb 2025 | Research Human Rights (Joint Committee) linked direct

1st Report - Proposal for a Draft Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2024

Why linked: JCHR 1st Report on the proposed Remedial Order — independent human-rights scrutiny baseline for the regime.

JCHR 1st Report on the proposed Remedial Order — independent human-rights scrutiny baseline for the regime.

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26 Feb 2025 | Debate linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2024

Why linked: Lords motion to regret on the proposed Remedial Order (February 2025) — directly engages the s.10 HRA Order accompanying the Bill.

Motion to Regret 21:34:00 Moved by Baroness O'Loan: That this House regrets that the proposed Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order 2024 does not address all areas of the 2023 Act identified by the courts as …

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26 Feb 2025 | Other Northern Ireland Affairs Committee linked direct

Formal meeting (oral evidence session) — Northern Ireland Affairs Committee — 2025-02-26

Why linked: Northern Ireland Affairs Committee formal evidence session 2025 on Government's new approach to legacy; directly investigating the new framework

Event type: Formal meeting (oral evidence session) | Committee: Northern Ireland Affairs Committee | Inquiry: The Government's new approach to addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland | Starts: 2025-02-26T09:00:00+00:00 | Ends: 2025-02-26T12:00:00+00:00 | Location: Room 16, Palace …

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26 Feb 2025 | Debate linked direct

What steps he plans to take to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.

Why linked: Oral question directly asking about plans to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 – substantive parliamentary scrutiny on the legacy framework replacement

What steps he plans to take to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023. oral_question | Commons | Member: Mr Gagan Mohindra (Conservative)

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26 Feb 2025 | Debate linked direct

What steps he plans to take to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.

Why linked: Oral question directly asking about plans to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 – directly on-topic for understanding the context and drivers for the new Bill

What steps he plans to take to replace the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023. oral_question | Commons | Member: Sir Desmond Swayne (Conservative)

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2024

10 events
17 Dec 2024 | Written evidence Northern Ireland Affairs Committee linked direct

The Government's new approach to addressing the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland

Why linked: Written evidence to Northern Ireland Affairs Committee inquiry on Government's new approach to legacy – substantive policy evidence on the replacement framework.

The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee is launching an inquiry into Government policy on the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland. On 4 December 2024, the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland announced the Government’s next steps to ‘repeal and …

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4 Dec 2024 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office linked direct

A proposal for a Remedial Order to amend the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation Act) 2023

Why linked: Proposal-stage document for the Remedial Order under Schedule 2 HRA 1998 — companion to the made Order and part of the regime architecture.

Presented to Parliament pursuant to paragraph 3(1) of Schedule 2 to the Human Rights Act 1998

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7 Oct 2024 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

Legacy/Northern Ireland

Why linked: Ministerial statement on Dillon Court of Appeal judgment; legal catalyst for legislative revision

UIN: HCWS108 I wish to provide an update to the House following the Northern Ireland Court of Appeal’s judgment in Dillon and Others regarding the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act (‘the Legacy Act’); and on the appointment of …

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7 Oct 2024 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

Legacy/Northern Ireland

Why linked: Ministerial statement on Dillon judgment regarding 2023 Act; contextualizes legal challenges to predecessor legislation

I wish to provide an update to the House following the Northern Ireland Court of Appeal’s judgment in Dillon and Others regarding the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act (‘the Legacy Act’); and on the appointment of Sir John …

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2 Oct 2024 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office evidence

Strategy for Victims and Survivors of the Troubles/Conflict 2024-2034

Why linked: Filled the "Victim and survivor support strategy documents" gap via web research

The formal 10-year strategy document published by the Northern Ireland Executive Office in October 2024, setting out outcomes to be achieved for victims and survivors of the Troubles/Conflict. It is delivered by the Victims and Survivors Service (VSS) and built …

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29 Jul 2024 | Other Northern Ireland Office linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy & Reconciliation) Act 2023

Why linked: Gov.uk hub page for 2023 Legacy Act with Secretary of State updates – collates statements on the mechanism being replaced; useful for understanding what is being superseded.

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland provides an update to the House on the Government's approach to the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (‘the Act’).

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29 Jul 2024 | Announcement Northern Ireland Office linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy & Reconciliation) Act 2023

Why linked: Government Statement (HCWS30) on approach to the 2023 Legacy Act – detailed explanation of why replacement was needed, policy continuity document.

UIN: HCWS30 I wish to provide an update to the House on the Government’s approach to the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (‘the Act’). The Government has today written to the Northern Ireland Court of Appeal to …

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1 May 2024 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024

Why linked: Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions Regulations 2024 — the SI that 2026/483 amends; the foundational commencement instrument for the 2023 Act framework being replaced by the Bill.

These Regulations are the second set of commencement regulations made under the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (c. 41) (“the Act”).

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1 May 2024 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024

Why linked: First Commencement No. 2 Regulations under the 2023 Act (SI 2024/482) — completes the commencement architecture surfaced by SI 2025/1140 and SI 2026/483 already on-thread.

These Regulations are the second set of commencement regulations made under the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (c. 41) (“the Act”).

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2023

5 events
18 Sep 2023 | Act Northern Ireland Office evidence

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023

Why linked: Filled the "Previous legacy frameworks or mechanisms being replaced (e.g., Historical Institutional Abuse Inquiry, Legacy Inquest processes)" gap via web research

The primary Act being repealed and replaced by the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill. It established the ICRIR, ended legacy inquests, civil claims and criminal investigations into Troubles-related conduct, and introduced a conditional immunity scheme — all of which the new …

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14 Jul 2023 | Research House of Commons Library linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill 2022-2023

Why linked: Commons Briefing Paper on the 2023 Legacy and Reconciliation Bill – background on the previous mechanism being replaced; contextual rather than directly governing the new Bill.

Type: Commons Briefing Paper (CBP-9553) The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill would end Troubles-related legal proceedings and give conditional immunity to those cooperating with investigations by a new independent commission

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21 Jun 2023 | Debate linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill

Why linked: 2023-06-21 Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill Report stage debate on Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery – predecessor statutory body framework

Report (1st Day) 17:41:00 Clause 2: The Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery Amendment 1 Moved by 1: Clause 2, page 3, line 11, leave out “one, two or three” and insert “between one and five” Member’s explanatory statement …

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24 Feb 2023 | Research Constitution Committee linked direct

Government response to the Committee's report on the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill (21 February 2023)

Why linked: Government response to committee report on 2023 Bill; parliamentary scrutiny and departmental rationale for predecessor legislation

Government response to committee report on 2023 Bill; parliamentary scrutiny and departmental rationale for predecessor legislation

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2022

6 events
14 Dec 2022 | Debate Northern Ireland Office linked direct

What recent discussions he has had with (a) victims of Troubles-related offences and (b) community leaders on the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill.

Why linked: Direct parliamentary question on the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill, discussing engagement with victims and community leaders on legacy arrangements

What recent discussions he has had with (a) victims of Troubles-related offences and (b) community leaders on the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill. oral_question | Commons | Member: Dan Jarvis (Labour)

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12 Dec 2022 | Research Delegated Powers and Regulatory Reform Committee Context · primary home: National Security Bill linked direct

20th Report - National Security Bill; Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill: Government Response

Why linked: 2022-12-12 Government Response to committee report on Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill – official government position on legacy framework

2022-12-12 Government Response to committee report on Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill – official government position on legacy framework

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23 Nov 2022 | Debate linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill

Why linked: 2022-11-23 Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill Second Reading debate – the predecessor Act being replaced, essential context for understanding what the new Bill replaces

Second Reading (Continued) 20:15:00 Baroness O’Loan (CB): My Lords, I acknowledge and applaud the integrity with which the Minister introduced the Bill, and the way he articulated the problems that exist. Given the range of amendments apparently to be introduced …

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14 Jul 2022 | Research House of Lords Library linked direct

Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill: HL Bill 37 of 2022-23

Why linked: Lords Library Note on the 2023 Legacy Bill – research document on the instrument being replaced; contextual background.

Type: Lords Library Note (LLN-2022-0032) The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill 2022–23 is intended to address the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles by establishing a new independent commission for reconciliation and information recovery, limiting criminal investigations and …

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2021

3 events
14 Jul 2021 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office evidence

Addressing the legacy of Northern Ireland's past

Why linked: Filled the "Government statements and consultation responses on legacy mechanisms (2020–2024)" gap via web research

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Brandon Lewis MP, set out the UK Government’s plans for legislation to address the legacy of the Troubles, in a statement to MPs this afternoon.

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17 May 2021 | Written question Northern Ireland Office linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what the Government's planned timescale is for bringing forward legislative proposals to address the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland.

Why linked: 2021-05-17 Written question asking for timescale of legislative proposals to address legacy of the past – parliamentary inquiry into policy development timeline

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what the Government's planned timescale is for bringing forward legislative proposals to address the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland.

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2020

2 events
26 Oct 2020 | Research Northern Ireland Affairs Committee linked direct

Third Report: Addressing the Legacy of Northern Ireland’s Past: the Government’s New Proposals (Interim Report)

Why linked: Third Report from Northern Ireland Affairs Committee on 'Addressing the Legacy of Northern Ireland's Past: the Government's New Proposals (Interim Report)' – foundational scrutiny on legacy arrangements being revised

Third Report from Northern Ireland Affairs Committee on 'Addressing the Legacy of Northern Ireland's Past: the Government's New Proposals (Interim Report)' – foundational scrutiny on legacy arrangements being revised

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2009

1 event
1 Nov 2009 | Policy paper Northern Ireland Office evidence

Strategy for Victims and Survivors (2009)

Why linked: Filled the "Victim and survivor support strategy documents" gap via web research

The original 10-year strategy for victims and survivors of the Troubles launched in November 2009 by the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister, providing a coherent and comprehensive approach to a range of issues relating to victims …

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