Oral Question·Northern Ireland Office
“What steps he is taking to help ensure adequate accountability for Troubles-era violence for members of the IRA.”
Tabled: 3 February 2026Answered: 11 February 2026
Asked by
David Davis
Conservative — Goole and Pocklington
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
Answer from Hansard
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
There are currently six republican paramilitaries facing prosecution for troubles-related killings. The legacy commission is already investigating a number of IRA atrocities, including the M62 coach bombing, the Guildford pub bombing and the Warrenpoint massacre. Under the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill, the commission will benefit from information sharing by the Irish authorities.