Martin Galvin, the National Freedom for All Ireland Chair of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), has responded to Ireland and the UK's new Joint Framework to address the legacy of The Troubles. It was also opposed by Irish American groups, including the AOH. Another AOH concern focuses on statements by British Prime Minister Starmer about special protections for former British Army troopers. "Will 'special protections' become a thinly disguised amnesty for troopers who committed murder, or an excuse to block legacy investigations?" Galvin continued: "We appreciate that the Irish government is keenly aware of these issues and following them closely.