VICTIMS COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHERN IRELAND

Early day motion 1386, tabled 23 June 2004 by Lord Bannside (DUP). Signed by 15 members.

That this House is concerned about the deep sense of hurt and frustration felt by many of the victims of terrorist violence in Northern Ireland who feel that they have not been given adequate recognition for their suffering and loss; and calls on the Government to establish and provide adequate funding for a Victims Commissioner for Northern Ireland to ensure that the rights of victims are upheld and that they are given adequate support in the future.

Signatures by party: DUP 6, Conservative 3, Labour 2, Labour/Co-operative 2, Liberal Democrat 1, UUP 1.