The IRA today distanced itself from "former republicans who have embraced criminal activity".
In its annual Easter statement, the organisation said it had no responsibility for the tiny number of former Republicans involved in criminality for self gain.
"The IRA has no responsibility for the tiny number of former republicans who have embraced criminal activity. They do so for self-gain. We repudiate this activity and denounce those involved," the IRA said.
The IRA also called on the Irish and British Governments to implement the 1998 Good Friday Agreement.