Executive Office Statement

Date published: 09 December 2016

In response to comments made by Assistant Chief Constable Martin on the Nolan Show this morning, a spokesperson for The Executive Office said: “This is not an insignificant comment by Assistant Chief Constable Martin. We will be in contact with the PSNI to seek further clarification.

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“Where there is evidence of criminal activity, we expect the police to investigate and bring those responsible before the courts. Courts and jail are the only place for anyone involved in paramilitarism.

“All those associated with Charter or any community enterprise must make a clear choice between paramilitarism and legitimate community work.

“There can be no acceptance of or ambivalence towards illegal activity.”

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