UVF

British

abbreviation

Ulster Volunteer Force

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Winston Irvine first came to public prominence as a spokesman for the Progressive Unionist Party, which was linked to the UVF throughout the peace process.

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Spotlight reported in 2013 that a number of sources alleged Irvine was a UVF commander, but he said that was "preposterous".

From BBC

Prior to his arrest he was described as an "interlocutor" working with the Loyalist Communities Council on transforming the UVF into a peaceful organisation.

From BBC

In 2013 it was alleged to Spotlight that Winston Irvine was a UVF leader, something which he has denied as "preposterous".

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Following the arrest, police discovered UVF paraphernalia in Irvine's home, and that of his co-accused Robin Workman.

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