What price freedom for Clegg?

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The early release of Private Lee Clegg was widely anticipated, but has nevertheless caused great concern in political circles in Ireland. The Irish cabinet has had to address the possibility that nationalists may now see the British handling of the peace process as extremely one-sided, and Taoiseach John Bruton has called for equality before the law. Many see the decision to release Clegg as a cynical move linked with the battle for the leadership of the Conservative party.

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Crisis mission to save Irish peace

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Both the UK government and Sinn Fein are making considerable efforts to gain the support of the US government as blame is attributed for the postponement of the Anglo-Irish talks which were due to begin shortly. Northern Ireland minister Michael Ancram has mounted an emergency mission to the US, while Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams is due to travel to the US within the next few days. Irish leader John Bruton has strongly criticised John Major over the Anglo-Irish document.

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Dail welcomes 'balanced' document

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Political leaders in Dublin have welcomed the Framework Document on the future of Northern Ireland as being fair and balanced. They are optimistic that a lasting peace can be secured, but have emphasised that Northern Ireland's nationalist minority must be allowed full participation if future difficulties are to be avoided. Leaders are now looking at possible systems for political cooperation.

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