§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland why he released on 12th December 1973 Francis Nugent, a commanding officer in the Provisional IRA.
§ Mr. Peter MillsMy right hon. Friend did not direct the release of Francis Nugent. Under the provisions of the Northern Ireland (Emergency Provisions) Act 1973 his case was referred to a Commissioner who directed his release.
§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland why he released on 19th December 1973 Dominic O'Neill, a commanding officer in the Provisional IRA.
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§ Mr. Peter MillsMy right hon. Friend did not direct the release of Dominic O'Neill. Under the provisions of the Northern Ireland (Emergency Provisions) Act 1973 his case was referred to a Commissioner for review. The Commissioner directed that he should be discharged.