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Topic History of: Torture Allegation - against the UK Max. showing the last 5 posts - (Last post first)
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Spee
The ECHR today rejected the RoI claim.
Massive claims for damages against the UK would have ensued, if the claim had been accepted - together with other repercussions.
However, the RoI may appeal.
Spee
This morning, the European Court of Human Rights will give their judgement in a case taken by the Republic of Ireland against the UK.
In 1971, fourteen Catholic men were allegedly tortured by British forces in Northern Ireland.
Being dangled (blindfolded) from a flying helicopter is said to be part of the alleged torture - with Guantanamo Bay aspects.
Already, the treatment has been adjudged (by the Court) as inhumane - and the case timing will do little to help Brexit negotiations and public opinion thereon, in Northern Ireland.
Certainly, a guilty verdict would open a can of worms...