Controversy over renewable heating scheme
The political fallout continues following revelations about a renewable heating scheme which could cost taxpayers £400m over the next 20 years.
Public inquiry ordered to 'get to truth' of RHI scheme
Finance Minister Máirtín Ó Muilleoir has moved to institute a public inquiry into the renewable heating scandal.
The Sinn Féin politician said he has ordered the probe to "get to the truth" about the RHI scheme, which could cost Northern Ireland tax-payers up to £490m over the next 20 years - and precipitated the collapse of the Assembly.
“It is clear that, with time short until the Assembly dissolves, the only way to serve the public interest is for me as finance minister to move to institute a public enquiry immediately," said Mr O Muilleoir.
"No other type of investigation is now feasible given time pressures.
"This inquiry will be impartial and objective. I will not interfere in its work. It will be tasked to get to the truth of this issue."
The minister added that he will make "a full statement to the Assembly next week".
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Attorney General could challenge legality of RHI scheme
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