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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jonathan McCambridge

Legacy Bill set to get royal assent in early September, Heaton-Harris says

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Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris has said he is confident the Government’s controversial Bill to deal with the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles will receive royal assent in early September.

The Secretary of State said he understands the concerns of bereaved families who fear the legislation will stop them from ever receiving justice and conceded it is not a perfect solution to legacy issues.

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