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Amnesty International in Northern Ireland: human rights news, events, campaigns and comment
Supreme Court ruling could enable Govt to conceal state agent involvement in killings âThe Thompson case epitomises everything that is broken in the UKâs legacy approach: secrecy, endless delay, and a state closing ranks against a family seeking answers.â
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...
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Government wins Supreme Court challenge over disclosure of sensitive material
The Government has won an appeal which prevents a coroner in Northern Ireland disclosing certain sensitive material at a Troubles inquest.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/government-wins-supreme-court-challenge-over-disclosure-of-sensitive-material/a1913075128.html
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12 days ago
When Ian McKellen asks, the Amnesty Shop delivers, making sure everyone knows where to get those last-minute presents.
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Clerical abuse is not historical. Recent revelations show safeguarding failures are still happening in Northern Ireland today. Children remain at risk. We are calling on FMdFM to act on recommendations in a report they commissioned: a public inquiry and safeguarding measures.
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Clerical abuse is not historical. Recent revelations show safeguarding failures are still happening in Northern Ireland today. Children remain at risk. We are calling on FMdFM to act on recommendations in a report they commissioned: a public inquiry and safeguarding measures.
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Write for Rights! Write a letter, change a life. Join Amnesty International for Write for Rights đ Saturday 13 December 2025 â° 10:00 - 14:00 đ The MAC Info:
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âGenocide continues in Gazaâ, Belfast Palestine solidarity rally told The citizens of Belfast came out in their thousands on Saturday to stand in solidarity with a people facing an ongoing genocide.
#EndGenocide
#EndIsraeliApartheid
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Amnesty calls for Irish FA support in campaign to ban Israel from football tournaments -
@belfasttelegraph.co.uk
Israel FA in breach of UEFA and FIFA's own statutes by âorganising clubs in illegal settlements in occupied Palestinian territoryâ
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/politic...
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Amnesty calls for IFA support in campaign to ban Israel from football tournaments
Amnesty International is calling on the Irish Football Association (IFA) to urge Uefa and Fifa to ban Israel from tournaments.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/politics/amnesty-calls-for-ifa-support-in-campaign-to-ban-israel-from-football-tournaments/a1679983372.html
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Human rights groups criticise Troubles Bill âlawfareâ claims âHuman rights protections uphold the very basic principle that no-one is above the law. Accountability strengthens trust. Impunity destroys it.â
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
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Human rights groups criticise Troubles Bill âlawfareâ claims
The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill is due for its second reading in the UK Parliament on Tuesday.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/keir-starmer-bill-prime-minister-uk-parliament-hilary-benn-b2867081.html
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Itâs time to show Israel the red card. đ„ The Israel FA is in breach of FIFA statutes and international law as it allows clubs based in the Occupied Palestinian Territory to play in its leagues. We're calling on the Irish FA to support the call to suspend Israel FA from UEFA and FIFA competitions.
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History teaches us clearly: rights can be lost quickly if we don't defend them. Act now:
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We will be marching in Belfast tomorrow with
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to call for the release of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya and thousands of other Palestinians still illegally detained in Israel. Writersâ Square, Belfast - 12pm, Saturday 25 October.
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#Manchester
âOur thoughts are with the Jewish community and those affected by this appalling attack on such an important and holy day in the Jewish calendar. âNow more than ever, it is crucial to stand in solidarity with one another." Full statement:
www.amnesty.org.uk/press-releas...
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Amnesty International UK is deeply saddened by the news of this morning's attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in north Manchester and condemns this horrific act of violence that has taken the lives of...
Amnesty International UK is deeply saddened by the news of this morning's attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in north Manchester and condemns this horrific act of violence that has taken the lives of...
https://www.amnesty.org.uk/press-releases/amnesty-international-uk-response-attack-heaton-park-hebrew-congregation-synagogue
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3 months ago
This Thursday evening Shimna College in Newcastle, Co Down will host a very timely lecture by former International Criminal Court judge Sir Howard Morrison KC: The International Rule of Law in a Changing World Order Free tickets:
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Sunday World journalist Martin OâHagan was shot dead by paramilitaries in Northern Ireland on this day in 2001. No one has ever been held accountable. We demand the Police Ombudsmanâs report is published â and a fresh investigation into his murder.
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Ahead of the 24th anniversary of the murder of NI journalist Martin O'Hagan, Amnesty International has called for a fresh investigation into the murder. It also wants a long-awaited report by the Police Ombudsman to be released.
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...
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New call for probe into NI journalistâs murder ahead of 24th anniversary of LVF killing
The continued failure to catch the killers of journalist Martin OâHagan is unacceptable, a human rights campaigner has said.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/new-call-for-probe-into-ni-journalists-murder-ahead-of-24th-anniversary-of-lvf-killing/a971163835.html
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Amnesty International has written to Northern Ireland Secretary of State Hilary Benn to request a public inquiry into unlawful state surveillance in Northern Ireland. Amnesty's
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spoke to Paul Clark at UTV News to explain why.
#PressFreedom
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MI5 admission raises troubling questions for press freedom - The
@irishnews.com
view This latest disclosure should prompt urgent scrutiny of how surveillance powers are exercised and overseen.
www.irishnews.com/opinion/mi5-...
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MI5 admission raises troubling questions for press freedom - The Irish News view
Irish News editorial on why democracy is weakened when the press is treated as a threat
https://www.irishnews.com/opinion/mi5-admission-raises-troubling-questions-for-press-freedom-the-irish-news-view-2GAU67YCGRHL5JX7YWYM357KFU/
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Calls for âurgent actionâ after MI5 illegally monitored ex-BBC NI journalistâs phone âA journalistâs right to protect their sources is the bedrock of a free press. This is not just about one journalist, it is about the publicâs right to know the truth.â
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...
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Calls for âurgent actionâ after MI5 illegally monitored ex-BBC NI journalistâs phone
MI5 has admitted to illegally monitoring the mobile phone of former BBC NI home affairs correspondent Vincent Kearney.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/calls-for-urgent-action-after-mi5-illegally-monitored-ex-bbc-ni-journalists-phone/a1506321479.html
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'Shocking' attempt to cover up police surveillance of journalists âUnfortunately, the PSNI has shown itself to be a repeat lawbreaker when it comes to covert surveillance of journalists. These revelations strike at the heart of public trust in policing.â More:
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4 months ago
Racist crimes hit record high in Northern Ireland. Behind these figures are real families living in fear of racist hate every day. This crisis has been developing for years, fuelled by complacency and inaction. Northern Ireland needs an effective anti-racism strategy NOW
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âThe people at the heart of this story seem to be forgotten... the refugees themselves who have often fled war and persecution and are simply seeking safety for themselves and their familiesâ - Patrick Corrigan of Amnesty International Link
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Northern Ireland: Asylum seekers deserve to live with dignity Hotels are unsuitable for housing people seeking asylum. This judgment and further challenges must not lead to even further disruption and insecurity for refugees trying to rebuild their lives. More đ
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Amnesty International has called on the PSNI to âuphold peopleâs right to protest against the genocide being perpetrated in Gazaâ. > Police probing possible offences following pro-Palestine rally in Belfast - UTV News
www.itv.com/news/utv/202...
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Amnesty International has called on the PSNI to âuphold peopleâs right to protest against the genocide being perpetrated in Gaza.â âThe police have obligations under the Human Rights Act and international law to facilitate the right to peaceful protest.â
www.irishnews.com/news/norther...
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Protest organiser warned of potential criminal charges over Palestine Action displays in crowd
Ahead of multiple protests this weekend, Derry organiser told she could face criminal action over her name being on Parades Commission documents
https://www.irishnews.com/news/northern-ireland/protest-organiser-warned-of-potential-criminal-charges-over-palestine-action-displays-in-crowd-KQMHV4JQUZFWDJUHUPSJZISPQU/
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Amnesty International has written to PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher following the arrest of a woman for wearing a 'Palestine Action' T-shirt. Arresting people on terrorism offences for wearing a T-shirt flies in the face of international human rights law.
www.amnesty.org.uk/press-releas...
4 months ago
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Belfast - a city of welcome. Compassion, dignity, and human rights for all. đ§Ą
#RefugeesWelcome
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5 months ago
We analysed every line of Xâs algorithm we could get our hands on. Hereâs what we found. Read on:
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
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Northern Ireland: Amnesty condemns 'appalling racist violence' in Ballymena
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Northern Ireland: Amnesty condemns 'appalling racist violence' in Ballymena
Last nightâs appalling racist violence in Ballymena could have cost someone their life.
https://www.amnesty.org.uk/press-releases/northern-ireland-amnesty-condemns-appalling-racist-violence-ballymena
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Amnesty has documented scores of death threats, bomb threats and violent attacks against journalists in Northern Ireland. đŹ Powerful testimony from Belfast journalists Allison Morris, Paula Mackin, Richard Sullivan, Martin Breen and Steven Moore.
youtu.be/eXriDvx51mE?...
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Why is Northern Ireland the most dangerous place in the UK to be a journalist?
YouTube video by Amnesty International UK
https://youtu.be/eXriDvx51mE?si=QoalYktqmAaYixz-
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Amnesty has documented scores of death threats, bomb threats and violent attacks against journalists in Northern Ireland. đŹ Powerful testimony from Belfast journalists Allison Morris, Paula Mackin, Richard Sullivan, Martin Breen and Steven Moore.
youtu.be/eXriDvx51mE?...
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Why is Northern Ireland the most dangerous place in the UK to be a journalist?
YouTube video by Amnesty International UK
https://youtu.be/eXriDvx51mE?si=QoalYktqmAaYixz-
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7 months ago
Northern Irelandâs justice minister has been urged to establish and chair a new media safety group following a âsustained campaign of threats and violenceâ against journalists.
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Naomi Long urged to establish new media safety group for Northern Ireland
Northern Irelandâs justice minister has been urged to establish and chair a new media safety group following a âsustained campaign of threats and violenceâ against journalists.
https://www.irishlegal.com/articles/naomi-long-urged-to-establish-new-media-safety-group-for-northern-ireland?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=auto_share
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Northern Ireland journalists working in 'climate of fear' amid paramilitary threats Journalists threatened with death, rape and bombs, Amnesty says in new report
www.rte.ie/news/ulster/...
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NI journalists threatened with death, rape - Amnesty
Journalists in Northern Ireland are regularly receiving threats from paramilitary-linked crime gangs and others angered by their work, according to a new report.
https://www.rte.ie/news/ulster/2025/0603/1516321-ni-journalists/
7 months ago
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7 months ago
Protest is not a threat to democracy. Protest is democracy in action. Today we protested in Belfast against Israel's genocide in Gaza. We are part of a global movement that refuses to be cowed, refuses to be silent. Text of my speech here:
www.amnesty.org.uk/blogs/belfas...
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âYear of hateâ as race incidents and crimes on the rise in NI âLast year, race hate crime hit an all-time high â a shameful milestone. The Executiveâs ten-year racial equality strategy has failed. People deserve better.â â Patrick Corrigan, Amnesty International
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Race crime: 'Year of hate' as incidents and crimes on the rise in NI
Six of the eight highest monthly levels of race hate incidents in the PSNI data series were recorded between May and October 2024.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g6xdyx396o
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Love Belfast. Hate racism.
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Belfast anti-racism rally on Sunday to âcounter hatred and dangerous liesâ âWhen people seek to divide our community, we should come together in solidarity with those targeted because of the colour of their skin, their faith or their country of origin.â
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...
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United Against Racism organise Belfast rally to âcounter hatred and dangerous liesâ
United Against Racism Belfast has organised a rally this weekend to send a message to âfar-right racistsâ that they âwill not gain a footholdâ in the city.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/united-against-racism-organise-belfast-rally-to-counter-hatred-and-dangerous-lies/a1105340502.html
8 months ago
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Our Belfast: free from racism Sunday 1pm, Belfast City Hall We are proud to join with our neighbours in standing against the rise of racism and racist attacks on our community. Please join us.
9 months ago
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Message to President Trump: Hands Off Gaza! 'The US Presidentâs eagerness to help Israel accelerate their genocide in Gaza is an affront to the conscience of humanity.'
@patrick-corrigan.bsky.social
's speech at the rally outside the US Consulate in Belfast today
www.amnesty.org.uk/blogs/belfas...
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Message to President Trump: Hands Off Gaza!
Hands Off Gaza! Text of speech by Patrick Corrigan to a demonstration outside the United States Consulate General in Belfast, 1 March 2025
https://www.amnesty.org.uk/blogs/belfast-and-beyond/message-president-trump-hands-gaza
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Northern Ireland: latest PSNI figures show race hate crimes hit âall-time highâ during summer 2024 âYears of complacency about the rise of racism here left bigoted thugs, including paramilitaries, emboldened to carry out an ever-greater number of attacksâ
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A young asylum seeker who fled war-torn Afghanistan when he was just 13 has said his dream is to fight for his country - in the boxing ring. In the year he fled, Amnesty International described it as âthe deadliest conflict in the world for childrenâ.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Derry: Young asylum seeker's dream is to box for Ireland
Mujeeb Rahman, 18, fled Afghanistan when he was 13 and now considers Londonderry his home-from-home.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce34wqzd1npo
10 months ago
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Today, tomorrow, and every day after that. Women have the right to choose what to wear.
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10 months ago
WATCH: Lola Petticrew's powerful rallying call for human rights in Northern Ireland after winning Best Actress in a Drama at the
#IFTAs
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Millions of pounds in Stormont funding going towards fighter jets used in Israelâs bombardment of Gaza Public money given to three firms that make parts for F-35 planes, a key weapon in Israelâs assault -
@belfasttelegraph.co.uk
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/business/nor...
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Millions of pounds in Stormont funding going towards fighter jets used in Israelâs bombardment of Gaza
Public money from Stormont has been going towards planes used by Israel in its bombardment of Gaza, a policy adviser on arms and conflict has warned.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/business/northern-ireland/millions-of-pounds-in-stormont-funding-going-towards-fighter-jets-used-in-israels-bombardment-of-gaza/a653864831.html
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11 months ago
PSNI has been forced to disclose information it tried to suppress into the Katie Simpson murder case, including the rank of personnel who blocked Press enquiries. Questions over handling of this case will not go away and cannot simply be stonewalled by PSNI.
www.ulstergazette.co.uk/news/2025/01...
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PSNI forced to disclose details sought by press in Katie Simpson murder
THE PSNI has been forced to disclose information it tried to suppress into the Katie Simpson murder case, including the rank of personnel who blocked Press enquiries. Just over a year ago the PSNI was...
https://www.ulstergazette.co.uk/news/2025/01/29/gallery/psni-forced-to-disclose-details-sought-by-press-in-katie-simpson-murder-55687/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIIZA1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSS3Ytx4Bzb32BSzHoTK1Voop6oD4FDta-QkIATd4cgSgaB4mBwrTF3jaA_aem_JDISgn9ReUPT0bhU9hLXTw&sfnsn=scwspmo
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11 months ago
With the Israeli Knesset bill coming into action, which will ban UNRWA from operating in the occupied Palestinian territory at a time where humanitarian aid is mostly needed, millions of Palestinian lives are in danger.
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After 26 years, and a campaign for a public inquiry led with dignity and steely determination, the Omagh families deserve the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.
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Omagh bomb: Victims to be remembered as inquiry opens
Profiles of those killed in the1998 Real IRA attack will be read out at the start of the inquiry.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cz9ejn3yxv8o
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#OnThisDay
in 1945, Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp was liberated.
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âWhile the trends are in the right direction, every single shooting, bombing and assault represents a violation of peopleâs right to live lives free from violence,â - Amnesty's
@patrick-corrigan.bsky.social
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...
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First year with no paramilitary-style shootings in Belfast, 2024 PSNI statistics reveal
For the first year since records began, there were no paramilitary-style shootings recorded in Belfast last year.
https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/first-year-with-no-paramilitary-style-shootings-in-belfast-2024-psni-statistics-reveal/a739188966.html
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'Bitterly overdue' ceasefire will not repair lives of Palestinians shattered by Israel's genocide in Gaza âIsrael must dismantle the brutal system of apartheid it imposes to dominate and oppress Palestinians and end its unlawful occupationâ - AgnĂšs Callamard
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Israel/OPT: 'Bitterly overdue' ceasefire will not repair lives of Palestinians shattered by Israel's genocide in Gaza
Israel must immediately allow lifesaving supplies to reach all parts of the occupied Gaza Strip
https://www.amnesty.org.uk/press-releases/israelopt-bitterly-overdue-ceasefire-will-not-repair-lives-palestinians-shattered
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