Former Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams is in line for "a pay day from the taxpayer" under plans to repeal the Legacy Act, a report backed by several peers has stated.

Keir Starmer has promised to ‘look at every conceivable way to prevent’ the former Sinn Fein leader receiving compensation. John Rentoul looks at how the possibility arose in the first place

A thinktank backed by 16 peers has criticised the government's plan to lift a ban on compensation for unlawful detention during the Troubles.

It is believed Gerry Adams will pursue a compensation bid if the Legacy Act is repealed.

The UK Prime Minister said he is aiming to stop Adams claiming damages for his internment during the Troubles.

Prime Minister’s spokesman says Northern Ireland Secretary responsible for move which could open door for payouts to jailed Republicans

Keir Starmer has said he would look at "every conceivable way" to block the former Sinn Féin MP and leader from receiving a payout.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said he is looking at "every conceivable way" to stop former Troubles internees, such as former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams, from seeking compensation.

Why is Gerry Adams in line for a ‘pay day from the taxpayer’ if Legacy Act repealed? BBC NI Crime and Justice Correspondent Julian O'Neill explains.

Conservative Kemi Badenoch said in the Commons it was 'shameful' Sir Keir is proposing to 'write a cheque to compensate Gerry Adams'. Sir Keir was grilled on the prospect of the former Sinn Fein leader receiving a payout during PMQs.