SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP has welcomed the remedial order on legacy and called on the UK Government to provide a more comprehensive package.

Commenting on today's statement by the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Claire Hanna MP said:

“The SDLP welcomes today’s statement, specifically the removal of the immunity scheme, the reinstatement of civil cases and the restoration of those legacy inquests halted. The Labour Government committed to these changes before the election and we welcome them keeping their word.

“However, many challenges remain concerning the ability of the ICRIR to be made Article 2 compliant, the independence of its appointments, ICRIR oversight and the removal of the national security veto to allow full disclosure to victims and their families.

“The Secretary of State reportedly is engaging with victims and survivors. I believe that he will hear from them that Stormont House is the best and most comprehensive answer to these questions.

“Failing to deal with the past properly limits our ability to have a different and shared future.”