Iraq war claims unit to be shut down, says UK defence secretary

Michael Fallon says decision to disband team investigating claims against British forces follows solicitor being struck offThe unit investigating claims of abuse by British forces in Iraq is to close down, the government has announced, saying it will also greatly reduce similar inquiries connected to Afghanistan and Northern Ireland.Ministers said the decision was made after misconduct findings against a solicitor involved in many of the claims. However, rights groups said it was important abuse