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Minister apologises after murderer goes on the run

The Justice Minister apologises after the man convicted of killing Derry father of four Jim McFadden went on the run for almost nine months.

The Justice Minister, Naomi Long, apologises after the man convicted of killing Derry father of four Jim McFadden went on the run for almost nine months.
James Meehan's failure to return to custody after day release in December 2024 has led to calls for reform of the pre-release scheme for prisoners.
UUP justice spokesperson Doug Beattie and former Justice Minister Claire Sugden react on North West Today.

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Wed 3 Sep 2025 08:00

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  • Wed 3 Sep 2025 08:00