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Farage's Plan: Pardon Veterans Convicted During Troubles

1/29/2026

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Nigel Farage (Reform UK) will unveil a plan to pardon veterans convicted during the Troubles at a Reform for Veterans event in London.
The plan seeks to end prosecutions through legislation or the royal prerogative of mercy.
Reform UK argues prosecutions are unjust and disproportionately target veterans.
The policy also notes that up to 70 veterans could face prosecution under Labour's Legacy Act.

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Nigel Farage (Reform UK) will unveil a plan to pardon veterans convicted during the Troubles at a Reform for Veterans event in London.
The plan seeks to end prosecutions through legislation or the royal prerogative of mercy.
Reform UK argues prosecutions are unjust and disproportionately target veterans.
The policy also notes that up to 70 veterans could face prosecution under Labour's Legacy Act.