ICRIR statement from ICRIR Chief Commissioner Sir Declan Morgan on Court of Appeal judgement on Dillon and others

“I welcome the fact that the appeal court in the case of Dillon et al has agreed with the trial judge that the Commission is independent.

The court recognized that the Commission has extensive powers in gathering information but needs additional powers in respect of disclosure of some of that information.

It also determined that an accessible and foreseeable structure should be put in place for the participation of victims, survivors and families for some of our cases.

It is a matter for the Secretary of State to respond to the judgment. The Commission has already welcomed his proposal to further enhance our independence and would welcome additional steps by him to address the issues identified by the court.

I look forward to continuing the search for answers for victims, survivors and families.”