Debate contribution: Criminal Bar Association: Withdrawal of Services

Debate contribution by Mrs Diane Dodds on 10 February 2026.

MLA: Mrs Diane Dodds
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 10 February 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Criminal Bar Association: Withdrawal of Services
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5435607

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Thank you, Minister. It appears that the dispute is escalating in its intolerance and intransigence. In the meantime, victims are suffering. I am ever so glad that the McNally family will be able to see the justice process starting for their daughter. There is huge trauma for families in not knowing whether a trial will go ahead. Will you confirm for the Mitchell family in Ballymena whether there will be a derogation for their case? When might they hope to see justice for their daughter?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3090/22-27.

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