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UUP statement on entering Castle Building, 17 September 1997

Writing Peace: David Trimble Collection

The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) issued a statement on 17 September 1997, emphasizing their commitment to participating in the multi-party talks at Castle Buildings despite the challenges posed by Sinn Féin's inclusion. The UUP criticized the British Government's premature invitation to Sinn Féin, questioning the genuineness of their ceasefire and expressing their intent to confront Sinn Féin's presence rather than negotiate with them. The statement highlighted several assurances obtained from the British and Irish governments, including the principle of consent governing the talks, the necessity of decommissioning during the talks, and the retention of General de Chastelain as Chairman of the International Decommissioning Body. The UUP reaffirmed their dedication to defending the Union and ensuring that any agreement emerging from the talks would reflect a United Kingdom solution, while also addressing various issues such as victims of violence, policing legislation, and economic development.

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1997
Lever Arch File 03
119 1991 - 1997
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McClay Library and Archives, Queen's University Belfast, digitized by the Quill Project at https://quillproject.net/resource_collections/384/.

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