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Veterans: Northern Ireland

Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 22707

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many former members of the Armed Forces are receiving legal support funded by his Department in relation to Troubles-related investigations, inquests or prosecutions.

Answered by Ministry of Defence

The Ministry of Defence is currently funding independent legal representation for 13 former members of the Armed Forces in relation to Troubles-related investigations, inquests and prosecutions.

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