Commenting on the fact that the PSNI has decided to question Sinn Féin Leader Gerry Adams today in connection with the Jean McConville case, Sinn Féin Deputy Leader Mary Lou McDonald said: (..)

“He has consistently and forthrightly rejected any suggestion that he had any part in what happened to Jean McConville 42 years ago or that he has any information about these dreadful events.

“I believe the timing of this latest decision by the PSNI is politically motivated and designed to damage Gerry Adams and Sinn Féin.