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20/05/2014
Damages Awarded Over Delays In Inquests
Damages have been awarded to six families of men killed by police, soldiers or loyalist paramilitaries.
It is understood that awards of £7,500 is to be paid to the families as compensation for unlawful delays in the holding of inquests.
According to reports, the High Court ruled that damages were "necessary for the frustration, distress and anxiety suffered by the next of kin."
According to a report by the BBC, the ruling is considered a "landmark verdict" and it is thought that it could "open the floodgates" for a number of other claims.
(MH/CD)
It is understood that awards of £7,500 is to be paid to the families as compensation for unlawful delays in the holding of inquests.
According to reports, the High Court ruled that damages were "necessary for the frustration, distress and anxiety suffered by the next of kin."
According to a report by the BBC, the ruling is considered a "landmark verdict" and it is thought that it could "open the floodgates" for a number of other claims.
(MH/CD)
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