This bill repeals the previous government's Legacy Act 2023 immunity scheme, restores victims' families' right to pursue criminal justice and civil claims for Troubles-related killings, and reforms the Independent Commission into a stronger Legacy Commission with public hearing powers.
A Bill to make new provision to address the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles.
Status: In Progress
Current House: Lords
Stage: 1st reading
Sponsored by: Hilary Benn, Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent
Introduced: 2025-10-14