Speaking after a session of the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee which focused on financial pressures in Northern Ireland, Mr Robinson said,
“With our hospitals, schools and police struggling to meet financial demands, it would be absurd if money from the public purse was to be handed to Gerry Adams and his ilk.
People are appalled that someone with such a background could now avail of compensation funded from taxes.
I note the Prime Minister’s statement today that the Government will “look at every conceivable option to stop any compensation being paid” but the Government needs to stop hiding behind court judgements. Parliament is sovereign and should legislate accordingly.
It is imperative that we prioritise the needs and concerns of victims and their families, ensuring that justice and commonsense prevail in such matters.”