The IRC’s report said it had been a “mixed year” in the region, with a decease in shootings and paramilitary-style assaults, but “concerning levels of intimidation, coercive control and threats”. The ...

The Independent Reporting Commission also urged police to ‘call out’ paramilitary involvement in crime when it happens.

The UK and Irish governments are set to begin the first steps over potential engagement with paramilitary groups to encourage them to disband, the Secretary of State has confirmed.

The calls come in the IRC’s seventh report following what it has termed a “mixed year” in the region, with a decease in shootings and paramilitary-style assaults, but “concerning levels of ...

A “twin track” process of law enforcement and tackling the roots of paramilitarism is needed in Northern Ireland, as well as a “group transition” process for them to leave the stage, a ...