Tánaiste speaking in advance of first official meeting with newly appointed Northern Secretary Hilary Benn
Supporters of Troubles victims hold placards outside the High Court in Belfast in February to demonstrate their opposition to the UK government's Legacy Act. Photograph: Charles McQuillan/Getty Imageshas expressed optimism about future relations between the Dublin and London governments but cautioned about challenges ahead and “how we meet those challenges”.
“Above all, we believe the pressing issue on legacy is to restore trust in the legacy framework for the victims and families of those who lost their lives in atrocities. It is about the families, the survivors and victims.” “But also I realise the challenges and I’m realistic in terms of how we meet those challenges, but what I am particularly focused on is to re-establish both governments working hand in hand as anchors of the Good Friday Agreement into the future.
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