Reparations – 1999

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After the recommendation, the government appointed Sir Ken Bloomfield to review the Criminal Injuries Compensation System. On 26 May 1999 the Northern Ireland (Location of VictimsÕ Remains) Act 1999 was passed and created the Independent Commission for the Location of Victims’ Remains to locate remains of victims.

Reparations – 1998

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The Good Friday Agreement had provided for the allocation of resources, including statutory and funding as necessary to meet the needs of victims of the trouble. The accord also recognizes the role of the Northern Ireland Victim’s Commission. The Northern Ireland Victim’s Commission was responsible for coming up with a report on how the 3,600 victims and 40,000 injured during the troubles should be remembered. On 13 May 1998, the commission made its recommendation for compensation to victims of violence and their support groups; an official ombudsman was organized to deal with demands and grievances of victims, creation of physical memorial, among other recommendations.