IRA bomb victims' civil court case begins against Gerry Adams
Summary
A civil court case has started in London, where three victims of IRA bombings are suing Gerry Adams, the former Sinn Féin leader, claiming he is responsible for bombings in 1973 and 1996. They seek a nominal £1 in damages to establish his responsibility. Adams denies involvement with the IRA and is defending himself in court.Key Facts
- The court case involves three victims of IRA bombings in London and Manchester from 1973 and 1996.
- The victims are suing Gerry Adams, saying he should be held responsible for these bombings.
- They are asking for a symbolic £1 in damages but want a ruling on liability.
- Adams denies any direct or indirect involvement with the IRA or the bombings.
- The case is scheduled to continue for seven days at the Royal Courts of Justice.
- More than 200 people were injured in the 1973 Old Bailey bombing, which was transported by car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool.
- The 1996 Docklands bombing in London resulted in two deaths and numerous injuries.
- This case is marked as the first time Gerry Adams will be cross-examined in an English court about his alleged connection to the IRA.
- Supporters of the case have raised over £100,000 to fund the legal action through crowdfunding.
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