'Powerful' RTE documentary on Sean Brown killing a 'stark reminder'

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Bellaghy Wolfe Tones chairman Sean Brown was abducted and killed as he locked the gates of his club in 1997

An RTE documentary on the killing of a Co Derry GAA club chairman has led to renewed calls for public inquiry into his death.

Fellow Mid Ulster MLA Emma Sheerin said the "powerful" television programme "was a stark reminder of the role the state had to play" in the killing. Aspects of the laws include a limited form of immunity from prosecution for Troubles-related offences for those who co-operate with the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery .

Sinn Fein's Emma Sheerin said: "Sean Brown’s family have campaigned with dignity and determination for years for the truth of what happened to Sean.

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