NI Secretary warns of 'disproportionate' probes into Troubles

James Brokenshire has said investigations into killings during the Troubles are "disproportionately" focusing on members of the police and Army.

NI Secretary warns of 'disproportionate' probes into Troubles

The Northern Ireland Secretary has said investigations into killings during the Troubles are "disproportionately" focusing on members of the police and Army.

James Brokenshire said inquiries were "not working" and backed the "vast majority" of soldiers and the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) as having served with "distinction".

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