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Republican Sinn Féin
Teach Dáithí Ó Conaill,
223, Parnell Street
Dublin 1, Ireland

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Teach Dáithí Ó Conaill,
223, Sráid Pharnell, BÁC 1, Éire

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RSF CONDEMN Co. ARMAGH RAIDS

Seven members and supporters of Republican Sinn Féin (RSF) were arrested following dawn raids in Armagh City and Keady on Tuesday, 10th June. They were taken to barracks in Newry (Ardmore), Lurgan and Armagh City. Despite claiming that the arrests were in connection with an attempted killing in Armagh, all were released by around 6:30p.m., with two released on RUC bail.

At least one of the properties was badly damaged during a lengthy raid. British forces claimed to have discovered a firearm and ammunition near a property in a shed which could easily have been accessed by anyone. A number of uniforms belonging to the local cumann of Republican Sinn Féin were also seized.

The British Colonial Police also prevented a child from going to school.

RSF Director of Publicity, Richard Walsh, said: “Once again we are reminded by the RUC that they have not changed. Homes have been destroyed and lives disrupted by the same armed British force which the Provos insist must be supported. However, true Republicans will always oppose British Crown Forces whilst English rule continues in our country.

“Republican Sinn Féin recognises the right of the Irish people to govern themselves. The denial of that right is the true crime being perpetrated against the Irish people.”

ENDS

News Letter
10 June 2008

VICTIMS of IRA atrocities yesterday announced they were planning to sue the Assembly for abusing human rights.

The Families Acting for Innocent Relatives (FAIR) group has met with top US lawyers about taking a civil case against the Stormont Executive.

In what will be a landmark action if it goes ahead, the case centres around claims of a lack of compensation for victims’ families and neglect of citizens.

Papers have been drawn up to launch court proceedings, and are expected to be presented in the coming months.

FAIR activist Willie Frazer said the group was forced into making a case after known terrorists were allowed to govern.

“The legal proceedings will centre on Britain’s lack of duty to its citizens which covers compensation, denial of a right to justice and the shocking situation of terrorists holding the reigns of power in a supposedly democratic government,” he said.

“Acts like this alone are a breach of human rights to victims who have not only been neglected but have seen those who were involved in acts of terrorism rewarded.”

The case also contains allegations surrounding government figures which have allegedly been ignored by the security forces, Mr Frazer said.

No one from the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister was available for comment last night.

BBC

A man accused of involvement in a bomb attack who failed to turn up in court may be living in the Republic of Ireland, a judge has been told.

Belfast Crown Court

Gary Jones, 41, of Castlekeel in Newry, denies charges of causing an explosion and of possessing the improvised device with intent to endanger life.

The case is linked to a botched mortar attack on Newry police station in 1998.

He failed to appear in court on Monday and a prosecution lawyer said PSNI told the gardaí he may be across the border.

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of the accused, Belfast Crown Court was told.

The judge adjourned the case until 23 June.