Secretary of State: I’m determined to deal with the past
18 January 2025
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has said he is “determined” to deal with the past in the region.
Chris Heaton-Harris was speaking after meeting with victims’ groups in Belfast.
He said: “I am determined to deal with the past in a way that is fair, balanced, and proportionate. I believe that the best way to do this is through a process of dialogue and reconciliation.”
The Secretary of State said that he wanted to see a “shared future” for Northern Ireland, where everyone can live in peace and harmony.
He said: “I believe that the best way to achieve this is by dealing with the past in a way that is open and honest. We need to learn from the mistakes of the past so that we can avoid them in the future.”
The Secretary of State’s comments come after the publication of a report by the Independent Reporting Commission on the Troubles.
The report found that the Troubles were a “prolonged and deeply divisive conflict” that caused “great suffering and loss of life.”
It also found that there was a “widespread failure” by the state to protect the rights of victims.
The Secretary of State said that he would be considering the report’s findings carefully.
He said: “I will be working with the victims’ groups and the political parties to see how we can implement the report’s recommendations.”
The Secretary of State also said that he would be working to ensure that the legacy of the Troubles is not forgotten.
He said: “We need to remember the victims of the Troubles and the suffering that they endured. We also need to learn from the mistakes of the past so that we can avoid them in the future.”
Secretary of State: I’m determined to deal with the past
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