Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly said the DUP was challenging the Government to “stand up for and protect” veterans who were sent to serve in Northern Ireland. Last year the UK and Irish Governments announced a new framework to deal with the legacy of the Troubles. Labour is currently progressing its Troubles Bill at Westminster, which will replace the controversial Legacy Act introduced by the previous government. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has also indicated that new protections for military veterans will be added to the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill. “We’re only going to do that if there’s fairness across the board.”Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly said legacy was an ‘outstanding issue’ in Northern Ireland (Liam McBurney/PA)Ms Little-Pengelly said legacy continued to be an “outstanding issue” in Northern Ireland.

Source: The Herald February 01, 2026 23:18 UTC