Joint committee to discuss victims’ rights in legacy talks
The Joint Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement will meet with the Commissioner for Victims and Survivors to discuss key issues impacting victims. The session, chaired by Deputy Cormac Devlin, aims to reinforce the need for independent and effective legacy mechanisms across Ireland and Northern Ireland.
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The Joint Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement is scheduled to meet with the Commissioner for Victims and Survivors on Tuesday, 3rd November at 11:15am in Committee Room 1 of Leinster House. Chaired by Deputy Cormac Devlin, the meeting will focus on advancing dialogue around victims’ rights and legacy issues stemming from the Agreement.
The Commissioner for Victims and Survivors holds a public appointment overseen by The Executive Office and guided by the Commissioner for Public Appointments for Northern Ireland. The role entails providing leadership and strategic direction to safeguard and promote the interests of victims and survivors, as mandated by legislation including the Victims and Survivors (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and subsequent amendments.
Ahead of the engagement, Deputy Devlin emphasised the committee’s commitment to ensuring that victims and survivors remain central to all legacy legislation and processes. Key topics for discussion include access to information, independent investigations, and accountability measures. The committee also highlighted the importance of cross-border cooperation, sustainable funding, and reconciliation efforts to support a peaceful future that respectfully honours victims’ experiences.
The Commissioner for Victims and Survivors holds a public appointment overseen by The Executive Office and guided by the Commissioner for Public Appointments for Northern Ireland. The role entails providing leadership and strategic direction to safeguard and promote the interests of victims and survivors, as mandated by legislation including the Victims and Survivors (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and subsequent amendments.
Ahead of the engagement, Deputy Devlin emphasised the committee’s commitment to ensuring that victims and survivors remain central to all legacy legislation and processes. Key topics for discussion include access to information, independent investigations, and accountability measures. The committee also highlighted the importance of cross-border cooperation, sustainable funding, and reconciliation efforts to support a peaceful future that respectfully honours victims’ experiences.
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