Gerry Adams wrongly denied compensation after convictions overturned, judge rules

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Victory for former Sinn Féin leader in long-running case linked to attempted prison escapes in 1970s

Gerry Adams was unlawfully denied compensation after his historical convictions for attempting to escape from prison were overturned, a high court judge has ruled.

The former Sinn Féin leader met the test for compensation and the Department of Justice must reconsider his application, Mr Justice Colton ruled on Friday.

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