UK notes OMP will help families of people missing in Sri Lanka

13 Aug, 2016

The United Kingdom welcomed the passing of the Office of Missing Persons (OMP) Bill saying it is a significant step forward on the path to reconciliation.

The British Government said the implementation of the OMP will help the families of people who are missing across all Sri Lanka?s communities to establish the fate of their loved ones and to foster reconciliation.

“We recognise that the Office will face a significant challenge resolving many thousands of cases. Investigating these with rigour, in ways sympathetic to the needs of victims? families, will take time and perseverance,” the British Government said.

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