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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rebecca Black

Northern Ireland’s political leaders divided over Soldier F acquittal

Supporters of Soldier F, right, and family members of Bloody Sunday victims, left, arrive at Belfast Crown Court (Liam McBurney/PA) - (PA Wire)

Northern Ireland’s political leaders were sharply divided by the acquittal of former paratrooper Soldier F for two murders during the Bloody Sunday shootings.

First Minister Michelle O’Neill described the verdict at Belfast Crown Court as “deeply disappointing”, while DUP leader Gavin Robinson hailed a “clear and welcome outcome”.

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