Troubles group wants views on past

Denis Bradley and Lord Eames co-chair the group

An independent group charged with collecting ideas on how to deal with the legacy of the Troubles is asking listeners to air their views live on Radio Ulster's Talkback.

The panel's co-chairs, Denis Bradley and Lord Eames, will be joining David Dunseith in the studio from mid-day on Wednesday.

They want to hear from anyone affected by the last 40 years of violence in Northern Ireland and on how society can move forward without forgetting the thousands of people who lost their lives or were injured during the conflict.

When the Consultative Group on the Past was set up in June, Northern Ireland Secretary Peter Hain stressed the group would be a platform for people to express their opinions on the past.

Co-chairman Denis Bradley said he wanted to ensure that everyone who wanted their voice heard could be.

"We have said from the outset that we are starting with a blank canvas and have no preconceived views on how we deal with the past," he said.

"Any recommendations that we make will be based on the evidence we gather."

Since its formation, the group has sought proposals from a wide section of society and has held a series of meetings with victims' groups and other interested parties.

Now it is your chance to put your views to Lord Eames and Denis Bradley directly.

If you would like to add your voice to the debate ring us on 08459 555678, text on 81771, or by sending an email to [e-mail]

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