The principal aim of the Commission is to promote the interests of victims and survivors of the conflict.
The creation of the Commission required the introduction of legislation in the Northern Ireland Assembly, which was passed on 27 May 2008 and the Commissioners were appointed on 2 June 2008
We have six stautory duties:
• To promote awareness of matters relating to the interests of victims and survivors and the need to safeguard those interests
• To keep under review the adequacy and effectiveness of law and practice affecting the interests of victims and survivors
• To keep under review the adequacy and effectiveness of services provided for victims and survivors
• To provide advice to government on matters affecting victims and survivors
• To ensure that the views of victims and survivors are sought by the Commission in carrying out its work
• To make arrangements for a forum for consultation with victims and survivors
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