British soldiers could face a fresh prosecution over the brutal death of an Iraqi civilian after a scathing report today condemned the “shameful” abuse of prisoners in UK custody.

THE only soldier convicted over the death of Iraqi hotel worker Baha Mousa yesterday described widespread abuse of prisoners by British troops, including an officer.

CHAMPIONS IT Sligo face a difficult opening defence of their Datapac Sigerson Cup title with a second-round game away to Dundalk IT this afternoon (2pm).