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Political reaction as UK government ordered to hold inquiry into murder of GAA chairman Sean Brown


Published on 2024-12-18 07:01:05 - MSN
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The UK government has been ordered by the High Court in Belfast to hold an inquiry into the murder of Sean Brown, a Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) chairman, who was killed by loyalist paramilitaries in 1997. The court's decision came after it was determined that the original inquest into Brown's death was insufficient, particularly in addressing potential state collusion with the killers. This ruling has sparked a range of political reactions. The DUP's Emma Little-Pengelly expressed concerns about the implications for legacy inquests, suggesting that the government should appeal the decision due to its potential to set a precedent for other cases. Conversely, Sinn Féin's Gerry Kelly welcomed the decision, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in legacy cases. The UK government has not yet confirmed whether it will appeal the ruling, but the case has reignited discussions on how historical cases from the Troubles are handled, with calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Brown's murder.

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