McGuinness: IRA not apologising

Martin McGuinness and Sinn Féin sources have dismissed suggestions that the IRA is preparing to make an unequivocal apology to victims of the troubles, including the North’s security forces.

Reports of the apology come after Mr McGuinness revealed he had sympathised with Queen Elizabeth over her loss in the Troubles during their historic meeting last week.

Mr McGuinness, a former IRA commander, said there were “very important” talks with unionists about a reconciliation process. But he and party sources denied reports that an apology was being discussed.