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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Commissioner Joe McVey held positive meetings in Dublin with Senator Patricia Stephenson, John Lahart TD, Mary Lou McDonald TD, Rose Conway-Walsh TD and John Finucane MP. Further political engagement is planned in the coming weeks and months, keeping victims’ and survivors’ voices central.
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Commissioner Joe McVey and members of our Victims and Survivors Forum met Secretary of State Sir Chris Bryant MP to discuss the Troubles Bill. Forum members highlighted key areas for victims and survivors to be considered as the Bill progresses through Parliament.
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Young people put oral history at the heart of learning from our past. A new oral history toolkit is giving young people the tools to explore, record and understand lived experiences of the Troubles/conflict. Find out more about the toolkit 👇 ow.ly/mefM50ZUoiQ
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Commissioner for Victims and Survivors Joe McVey closes the oral history toolkit launch by reflecting on the importance of oral history in ensuring lived experiences are heard, acknowledged and preserved, while helping younger generations better understand our past. #OralHistory
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Oral history helps ensure lived experiences are heard, acknowledged & preserved Listening to different perspectives, young people can better understand the human impact of our past and ensure these stories are carried forward @niyf.bsky.social Chris Reynolds Ulster Museum CVS NI
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Bringing generations together through conversation Chris Reynolds faciliating a Q&A between the CVS NI Forum members & young people from @niyf.bsky.social sharing perspectives on our past. Creating space for lived experience to be heard & for younger generations to listen ask questions & reflect
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Created by young people, for young people. The young people behind Our Stories: Spoken, Recorded, Remembered worked with @niyf.bsky.social Chris Reynolds to create a toolkit using oral history & lived experience to help their generation understand our past.
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We’re underway at Ulster Museum! William Blair of National Museums NI welcomes guests to the launch of *Our Stories: Spoken, Recorded, Remembered* – a new oral history toolkit shaped by young people, for young people. @niyf.bsky.social Chris Reynolds Ulster Museum
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Tonight at Ulster Museum we’re launching Our Stories: Spoken, Recorded, Remembered an oral history toolkit created by young people, for young people. Using lived experience to help a new generation acknowledge & better understand our past. Chris Reynolds @niyf.bsky.social Ulster Museum CVS NI
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Recent events may have resurfaced painful memories for some. The legacy of the Troubles/conflict continues to impact victims, survivors, families, and communities. We remain committed to keeping their experiences and interests at the heart of our work.
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Members of the Victims and Survivors Forum met The Executive Office's Victims Support Unit to discuss key issues. #VictimsAndSurvivors #VictimsForum #TroublesConflict
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Commissioner Joe McVey visited Ely Centre to hear victims' stories and share the Commission's role in supporting and advising government.
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Victims and survivors must lead discussions on issues affecting them. Commissioner Joe McVey appeared before the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee. Read more 👇 ow.ly/VFQ850ZLvIC
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
⚠️ Less than 7 hours left to apply! Applications for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment close at 11:59 pm tonight. Think you're eligible? Apply now: ow.ly/hpsq50ZEqPv Please share. #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
⚠️ Final day to apply! Applications for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme close tonight at 11:59 pm. Apply now: ow.ly/QqVA50ZEqMr Please share. #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
📢 Just 1 day left to apply! The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now! ow.ly/oC1750ZwUwI #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
📢 Just 2 days left! Apply now for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme before 30 Aug 2026. Check eligibility & support: ow.ly/oC1750ZwUwI #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
📢 Just 3 days left to apply for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closing 30 Aug 2026. Check eligibility & apply now: #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
📢 Just 4 days left! Apply now for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme before 30 Aug 2026. Check eligibility & support: ow.ly/oC1750ZwUwI #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
📢 Just 5 days left to apply! The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now if eligible or unsure—submit a placeholder application today. Details & support: #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Commissioner Joe McVey met Fountain residents in Derry/Londonderry to discuss victims' issues and community impact. Read more:
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Commissioner meets with residents from the Fountain area   - Commission for Victims & Survivors
Commissioner for Victims and Survivors, Joe McVey, was pleased to meet with a group of residents from the Fountain area of Derry/Londonderry earlier this month. The invitation followed a discussion at the Exodus conference, held in the Guildhall on 4...
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
📢 Just 6 days left to apply! The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now or submit a placeholder. Details & support: ow.ly/oC1750ZwUwI #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Listen to Commissioner Joe McVey on BBC #GoodMorningUlster about calls to extend the Troubles Payment Scheme. 📻 ow.ly/6to150ZyQpi Apply before the deadline! Read more 👉 ow.ly/pa3M50ZyQph
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Commissioner responds to update on Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme - Commission for Victims & Survivors
The Commissioner for Victims and Survivors, Joe McVey, notes today’s update from the Victims’ Payments Board confirming that the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme (TPDPS) will close to new applications on 30 August 2026. The Commission previously provided advice and...
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
📢 Just 19 days left to apply for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closing 30 Aug 2026. Act now if eligible or unsure—submit a placeholder application! Details & support: ow.ly/oC1750ZwUwI #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
📢 Just 24 days left to apply! The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now if eligible or unsure. Submit a placeholder to protect your chance. Details: ow.ly/FzCh50ZwUwG #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Commission tells new Secretary of State: Troubles Bill must reflect all victims and survivors Read more: www.cvsni.org/news/commission-tells…
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Commission tells new Secretary of State: Troubles Bill must reflect all victims and survivors - Commission for Victims & Survivors
Photo caption (left to right): Sarah Owen MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland; Joe McVey MBE, Commissioner for Victims and Survivors; and the Rt Hon Sir Chris Bryant MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland The Commissioner for...
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
📢 Research Tender: 2 days left to apply for PEACEPLUS VSS-PULSE on Conflict/Troubles bereaved families. Apply by 5 Aug 2026 15:00pm. 🔗 eTendersNI ow.ly/RAhR50ZoO8C #PEACEPLUS #Research #BereavedFamilies #ConflictTransformation #NorthernIreland #TenderOpportunity
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
One month left to apply! Submit your placeholder for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme by 30 August 2026. Act now! #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
📢Research Tender: 6 days left to apply for PEACEPLUS VSS-PULSE research on Conflict/Troubles bereaved families. Details & apply: 🔗 eTendersNI ow.ly/RAhR50ZoO8C #PEACEPLUS #Research #BereavedFamilies #TenderOpportunity
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
The legacy of the Troubles affects many in Northern Ireland. We ensure victims' voices are heard. Learn more: www.cvsni.org #LegacyOfTheTroubles
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
The Troubles' legacy affects many in Northern Ireland. We amplify victims' voices. Learn more: www.cvsni.org #VictimsAndSurvivors #LegacyOfTheTroubles #VictimsVoices #PublicPolicy #Research #EvidenceBasedPolicy #NorthernIreland
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Statement from Commissioner Joe McVey: Thanks to Hilary Benn for his dedication to victims and survivors of the Troubles/conflict. Looking forward to Sir Chris Bryant's leadership. #NorthernIreland #VictimsAndSurvivors
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now! Submit a placeholder application. Support available. Details: www.vpb.org.uk #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now to apply or submit a placeholder. Details: www.vpb.org.uk #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Research tender open for PEACEPLUS VSS-PULSE on Conflict/Troubles bereaved families. Apply by 5 Aug 2026. Details: 🔗 ow.ly/syR950ZoO3U #PEACEPLUS #Research #BereavedFamilies #ConflictTransformation #NorthernIreland #TenderOpportunity
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Commissioner Joe McVey and Forum Members met Secretary of State Hilary Benn MP to discuss the Troubles Bill , highlighting victims' voices and ongoing impact.
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
The Commission for Victims and Survivors submitted evidence to the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee on reconciliation. Read more: ow.ly/KZyI50Zk1iy #VictimsAndSurvivors #NorthernIreland #Reconciliation #Legacy #Troubles #Acknowledgement #BereavedFamilies #PublicPolicy #Evidence
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now! Apply or submit a placeholder. Support available. www.vpb.org.uk #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Research tender open for PEACEPLUS VSS-PULSE on conflict bereaved families. Apply by 22 July 2026. Details: 🔗 ow.ly/AeuK50ZfcLx #PEACEPLUS #Research #BereavedFamilies #ConflictTransformation #NorthernIreland #TenderOpportunity
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Research tender open: Study on Conflict/Troubles bereaved families' needs. Apply by 22 July 2026. Details: 🔗 eTendersNI - etendersni.gov.uk/epps/home.do #PEACEPLUS #Research #BereavedFamilies #ConflictTransformation #NorthernIreland #TenderOpportunity
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Understanding the Commission for Victims and Survivors is key to supporting those affected by the Troubles/conflict. Watch our explainer video to learn more. www.cvsni.org #VictimsAndSurvivors #LegacyOfTheTroubles #VictimsVoices
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Commission staff attended the launch of "The Economic Case for a Mental Health Regional Crisis Intervention Service" at Stormont, hosted by Prof Siobhan ONeill. Read the report: ow.ly/9i1G50ZgNTW #MentalHealth #VictimsAndSurvivors
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Commissioner Joe McVey met Keith Buchanan MLA to discuss victims' needs, the Commissioner's role, and vital sector investment. #VictimsAndSurvivors
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now! Check eligibility & support at #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Research tender open: Study on Conflict/Troubles bereaved families' needs. Apply by 22 July 2026. Details: 🔗 eTendersNI - etendersni.gov.uk/epps/home.do #PEACEPLUS #Research #BereavedFamilies #ConflictTransformation #NorthernIreland #TenderOpportunity
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Understanding the Commission for Victims and Survivors is key to supporting those affected by the Troubles. Watch our explainer video to learn more. www.cvsni.org #VictimsAndSurvivors #LegacyOfTheTroubles #VictimsVoices #PublicPolicy #Research #EvidenceBasedPolicy
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Great to meet a US delegation of mental health academics and practitioners visiting Northern Ireland through the Center for International Experiential Learning. Discussions focused on the impact of conflict-related trauma, recovery and supporting victims and survivors. 🌍 #VictimsAndSurvivors
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
As Volunteers' Week ends, thank you to our Victims and Survivors Forum for sharing insights that drive our advocacy. #VolunteersWeek2026 #ThankYouVolunteers #VictimsAndSurvivors #LivedExperience #VolunteerRecognition #CommunityVoice #Advocacy #MakingADifference
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Understanding the Commission for Victims and Survivors is key to supporting those affected by the Troubles. Learn more: www.cvsni.org #VictimsAndSurvivors #LegacyOfTheTroubles #VictimsVoices
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CVS NI @cvsni.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme closes 30 Aug 2026. Act now! Check eligibility & support at www.vpb.org.uk #VictimsAndSurvivorsMatter
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