Troubles history: ‘Any political interference in the work of the historians will not be tolerated’
The advisory panel appointed to support research into a ‘public history’ of British policy during the Troubles has sparked some criticism. While acknowledging the anger and grief caused by the past, the nine experts here clarify the scope of the project and their determination to ensure its complete independence
The scene of the UVF's Loughinisland massacre in June 1994
The Secretary of State’s recent announcement of the formation of an expert advisory panel to support the work of a public history of British policy during the conflict has attracted some attention.
The first thing to note is this project is focused specifically on British Government policy during the conflict and peace process.
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