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Prisons issues: paper by the British government related to a meeting on 13 January 1998

Writing Peace: David Trimble Collection

The document is a further paper by the British Government regarding prison issues in Northern Ireland. It reflects on the unique circumstances of Northern Ireland and the policies implemented, such as early releases, life sentence reviews, and changes in prison arrangements. The Government emphasizes fair treatment of prisoners, regardless of affiliation, and the need to balance actions to benefit all groups. It acknowledges concerns about fairness and the duty to uphold the rule of law while considering the views of victims and their families. The Government aims to maintain community confidence in the criminal justice system and political process, seeking input on prisoner release policies in the context of a peaceful settlement.

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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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