Gerry Adams refers to British government as “part of the problem”

Gerry Adams has levelled blame at the British government for problems relating to the political process in Northern Ireland.

In a statement released today, the Sinn Féin stalwart announced that  "Sinn Féin will be at Stormont tomorrow to engage positively with all the other parties. Following on from the election, I have called on everyone to reflect on how we find a way forward." The Republican party cut the deficit of seats in Stormont to just one between themselves and the DUP, who now have only 28 seats. Taking aim at the government of Northern Ireland and the British government, Adams said: "The two governments seem to be in denial of the reality that while the RHI scandal precipitated the election, the political system has been brought to the point of collapse by the failure to respect and implement previous agreements. This failure includes both governments." "They have failed to uphold the equality obligations of the Good Friday and subsequent agreements and failed to ensure the implementation of an Irish Language act." "The British government refuses to implement the agreements on legacy and has sought immunity for their soldiers and agents." "They are not neutral arbitrators. They have refused to implement and honour their agreements and responsibilities. They are part of the problem." Addressing the responsibilities of the government in the Republican, Adams said: "The Irish government needs to hold London to its responsibilities and obligations. The Taoiseach knows this. So does Minister Flanagan. That needs to be their focus in the coming talks."