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    New NI police force ‘needed face-saving name’ for Trimble – records

    by By Grinne N. Aodha Dec 27, 2023 2 minutes
    Source: PA Archive

    A new name for a Northern Ireland police force that would supersede the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) needed to be “face saving” for David Trimble, according to newly released files.

    State Papers records released this year show various discussions between the British and Irish governments on issues relating to paramilitary decommissioning, prisoner releases and establishing a trusted police force in Northern Ireland.

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