Troubles Amnesty Expected to Become Law Next Month

Cabinet Office minister Johnny Mercer said the legislation will clear all stages before Westminster's summer recess

Minister for Veterans' Affairs Johnny Mercer speaks at commemoration event for nuclear test veterans at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, Staffordshire, on Nov. 21, 2022. PA

Controversial legislation that will create a prosecution amnesty for those who committed conflict-related crimes in Northern Ireland, is expected to become law next month.

Cabinet Office minister Johnny Mercer told MPs Thursday that the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill will have cleared all stages by the summer recess, despite fierce opposition.