Question to the Northern Ireland Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, which veterans’ groups he has met with since commencing his role.

Since our appointment, the Secretary of State and I have met many veterans and veterans organisations to hear their legitimate concerns that legacy issues are addressed in a way that is fair, balanced and proportionate, and will continue to do so.

As a result of this engagement, the Government will table a package of amendments ahead of Committee Stage that will strengthen the already considerable package of protections for veterans included in the Troubles Bill.

The Government will continue to engage closely with all stakeholders as we make progress on the Troubles Bill to ensure that it delivers effective legacy mechanisms that everybody can have confidence in.