DUP MPs press ahead with soldier amnesty, despite Foster’s concerns

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5 Feb, 2018 DUP MPs press ahead with soldier amnesty, despite Foster's concerns The DUP's MPs are continuing to support a de facto amnesty for security force members involved in the Troubles, despite concerns – including from their leader, Arlene Foster – that such a move could lead to a general amnesty which extends to terrorists. Latest News Gerry Adams backs 'outstanding' Corbyn for Downing Street Gerry Adams has backed "outstanding" Jeremy Corbyn to become prime minister at the next general election. Fifty Shades star Jamie Dornan: Brexit keeps me awake at night Fifty Shades Of Grey star Jamie Dornan has said the implications of Brexit keep him awake at night. William Conor, artist with an abiding affection for the working people of Ulster Historian GORDON LUCY explores the life and legacy of one of Northern Ireland's most enduringly popular artists, who passed away 50 years ago today Other parties should quit talks if Kelly is an SF negotiator Barring some explanation for his removal of a wheel clamp that is not yet forthcoming, Gerry Kelly MLA should play not part in the talks negotiations. Sport Update Hamilton pays tribute to Farren after Glenavon cup win Glenavon manager Gary Hamilton took time out of Saturday's post-match Irish Cup celebrations to remember his close friend Mark Farren. IRISH CUP: Hamilton's praise for Glenavon team performance but McAree suffers Dungannon Swifts frustration A commanding Glenavon performance secured success in the Tennent's Irish Cup sixth round over Dungannon Swifts by 3-0. IRISH CUP: Ballinamallard pay the penalty at Ballymena United Ballymena United huffed and puffed a wee bit on Saturday but finally saw off Ballinamallard United 4-3 on penalties after the game ended 2-2 after extra-time. And finally... MLAs: Sinn Fein's Gerry Kelly should quit over 'appalling' example with wheel clamp removal Video footage showing Sinn Fein's Gerry Kelly removing a wheel clamp from this car with bolt cutters has been branded "appalling" and "brazen" by unionist representatives. See all the day's news here

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