At this poignant time in N. Ireland's transition towards peaceful democractic processes, Ulster Volunteer Force and Red Hand Commandos released prisoners jointly offer the following statement. At this time of the Agreements implementation, which includes the release of serving political prisoners from organisations who subscribe top peaceful transition we would remind concerned organisations and individuals of our commitment to non-violent means of addressing the political conflict in N. Ireland.
This was demonstrated by our support for declaration of cease-fire in 1994 and our becoming proactive in our support for our political representatives in the negotiated process.
Ulster Volunteer Force and Red Hand Commando prisoners have supported the peace process, the negotiated agreement, and democratic developements which continue to emerge.
We acknowledge the overwhelming desire for peace, given by way of referendum on the Good Friday Agreement by the people of Northern Ireland.
Let it be known that it is our desire that should opportunity and circumstances present itself to contribute to the unselfish work being done by many ex-combatants, ongoing in the political and social settlements, we will again offer our support.
We remain forever conscious of the casualties of the conflict and in respect for all surviving families we return to our communities with dignity, embraced with sensitivity, and an ongoing commitment to the democratic process.