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Trimble labels Troubles compensation plan 'offensive'
Trimble labels Troubles compensation plan ‘offensive’

Plans for compensation payments to victims of the violence during the Troubles in Northern Ireland have been criticised. The proposal by the Eames-Bradley Consultative Group on the Past has sparked controversy in the country as it also foresees payments of £12,000 to the families of those involved in paramilitary activities. Former leader of the Ulster… Read more »

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Wendy Alexander's departure triggered the leadership campaign
Scottish Labour close to naming leader

Scottish Labour has gone a step closer to naming a new leader with nominations closing yesterday. Former enterprise minister Iain Gray appeared the clear frontrunner to replace Wendy Alexander, having secured the support of more unions, elected members and constituency parties than his rivals. But former health minister Andy Kerr remains the bookies favourite, with… Read more »