Legacy Commission Reforms After Police Halts
Bill lacks safeguards, with Sidley Austin's Belfast offices calling it deficient and possibly breaching Article 6 and Article 8 rights.
Parliamentary responses include protections like anonymity and remote evidence for Commission contributors.
Conservative MPs warned reforms could lead to legal cases against veterans.
Mr. Davis urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer to intervene.
Northern Ireland Office will continue engaging with veterans' groups.
All UK police investigations halted under previous Legacy Act.
Labour's bill with Irish Government creates reformed Legacy Commission with enhanced powers.
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