The Tánaiste this week met with political parties in Stormont over how to deal with the legacy of Northern Ireland’s troubled past. Simon Harris said the Legacy Act, which was brought about by the previous Conservative government in London, is "not fit for purpose."
Mr Harris also said that discussions are ongoing between the Irish and British governments on reform of the Legacy Act.
The controversial Legacy Act banned the cessation of inquests, criminal investigations, prosecutions, PSNI and Police Ombudsman investigations concerned with events that occurred during the Troubles.
Last year, British Government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer committed to repealing and replacing the Act.
Cavan-Monaghan TD Brendan Smith, says there is an urgent need for a comprehensive, collective and victim-centred approach to legacy issues. Speaking to Northern Sound, Deputy Smith said it's important for families to get the truth:
