07/09/2016
Alliance Calls For Full Independent Cross-Border Nama Investigation
The Alliance Party is calling on the PSNI, the National Crime Agency and Gardai to carry out a full independent cross-border investigation over allegations of corruption in relation to Nama's Northern Ireland portfolio deal.
BBC Spotlight's latest investigation into the allegations around the £1 billion deal showed Frank Cushnahan in one case taking £40,000 from property developer John Miskelly during a meeting at a hospital car park in 2012. Mr Cushnahan has denied any wrongdoing, while Mr Miskelly stated any payments made by him have been "legitimate".
Alliance Deputy Leader Naomi Long said: "Allegations in the programme of political interference and corruption cannot be allowed to continue to fester, nor can the border be allowed to inhibit full investigation across both jurisdictions.
"As more allegations continue to emerge around the Nama deal and alleged improper political influence, the stench of corruption will continue to pollute the political environment and further undermine public confidence until it is fully and transparently investigated."
(CD)
BBC Spotlight's latest investigation into the allegations around the £1 billion deal showed Frank Cushnahan in one case taking £40,000 from property developer John Miskelly during a meeting at a hospital car park in 2012. Mr Cushnahan has denied any wrongdoing, while Mr Miskelly stated any payments made by him have been "legitimate".
Alliance Deputy Leader Naomi Long said: "Allegations in the programme of political interference and corruption cannot be allowed to continue to fester, nor can the border be allowed to inhibit full investigation across both jurisdictions.
"As more allegations continue to emerge around the Nama deal and alleged improper political influence, the stench of corruption will continue to pollute the political environment and further undermine public confidence until it is fully and transparently investigated."
(CD)
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