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Troubles' legacy bill 'unfit for purpose' says ex-minister

Troubles' legacy bill 'unfit for purpose' says ex-minister
BBC Northern Ireland Friday 12 June 2026, 11:17 UTC 1 min read
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Al Carns cited his opposition to the bill as one of the reasons why he quit the government on Thursday.

Al Carns cited his opposition to the bill as one of the reasons why he quit the government on Thursday.
Al Carns (PERSON)
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