Summary
A civil case against Gerry Adams related to IRA bombings in London and Manchester has been withdrawn. The case accused Adams of being responsible for injuries in bombings from 1973 and 1996, but he denied involvement. The trial lasted nine days in London, ending with no legal fees recovered by Adams from the claimants.
Key Facts
- Gerry Adams faced a civil case over IRA bombings in Britain from 1973 and 1996.
- The case was withdrawn after nine days of hearings at the High Court in London.
- Adams denied any involvement in the bombings and claimed the case was based on hearsay.
- The victims sought "vindicatory" damages of £1 each.
- The claimants raised over £100,000 through crowdfunding for the case.
- Due to a pre-trial ruling, Adams cannot recover his legal costs from the claimants.
- Adams was a key figure in the peace process that ended the Troubles with the Good Friday Agreement.
- He led the Sinn Féin party and has consistently denied membership in the IRA.
