The Independent Reporting Commission also urged police to ‘call out’ paramilitary involvement in crime when it happens.
The Independent Reporting Commission (IRC) has called for a "twin track" approach to tackle paramilitarism in Northern Ireland, combining law enforcement with efforts to address the socio-economic roots of paramilitarism. The report emphasizes the need for a formal "group transition" process, led by an independent figure, to facilitate the end of paramilitary groups. It urges police to publicly identify paramilitary involvement in crimes and highlights the importance of continuing paramilitary-focused work beyond 2027, integrating efforts into mainstream policies. The IRC, established in 2017, notes shifting dynamics within paramilitary groups, including leadership changes and links to organized crime.
