SAS “witch hunt” arrests put national security at risk, warns regimental association as Troubles Bill returns to Commons

Five elite soldiers arrested on suspicion of murder after a secret mission against Islamic State were back in combat within 48 hours and remained under investigation for three years before the inquiry ended without charges. Now the regiment’s own association says the pursuit of soldiers in this way is draining the SAS of experienced men and threatening Britain’s security, as ministers bring their Troubles Bill back to the Commons.