The complexity and sensitivity of dealing with the legacy of the past means trying to build as broad a consensus as possible ...

Simon Harris and Hilary Benn have ‘warm and engaging’ conversation - Mr Harris said he and Mr Benn discussed repealing and ...

Benn ‘wrong to reject brake request’ but Government now acting – Little-Pengelly - The deputy First Minister said the move on ...

DUP leader Gavin Robinson says he's disappointed but that the government are now taking action over unionist concerns.

PM’s spokesman says Northern Ireland Secretary responsible for move that could open door for payouts to jailed Republicans ...

Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn has said “nobody wants to see” Gerry Adams paid compensation for his detention.

A bid by unionists to halt the application of EU regulations on certain goods sold in Northern Ireland has failed. Secretary ...

Secretary of State Hilary Benn has defended the government's decision.

Ex-Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams always maintained he was never a member of the IRA, an allegation which was the source of ...

Hilary Benn has said he wants to see a full investigation into the murder of Sean Brown. The Secretary of State was speaking ...

The Northern Ireland Secretary acknowledged there is scepticism about the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and ...

The Northern Ireland Secretary of State has said he appreciates why families of some Troubles victims remain sceptical about ...