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1995

Series looking at key years in the history of Northern Ireland using footage, archive and the musical hits of the time. This episode focuses on 1995.

The series that blends archive with the thumping hits of the time.

This episode focuses on 1995. The IRA and Loyalist ceasefires are still in place but the "peace process" is stalled over the issue of decommissioning. The government insists that the IRA must begin decommissioning its weapons before Sinn Fein can take part in all-party talks. Meanwhile, Orange parades have become a source of tension and violent confrontation on the Lower Ormeau Road and most spectacularly at Drumcree.

In July, a stand-off between the police and Orange Order is defused when Nationalist residents agree to allow the march to go down the Garvaghy Road subject to certain restrictions. In November, the Irish and British governments agree a "twin track" policy to progress the peace process - an international body on decommissioning will provide a report on a way forward and "preparatory talks" will take place at the same time.

President Clinton arrives in Belfast and gives his support to the deal. However, the euphoria engendered by his visit soon gives way to foreboding as the IRA start to shoot alleged drug dealers using the cover name Direct Action Against Drugs. Whether the IRA is still on ceasefire is increasingly being questioned.

30 minutes

Last on

Mon 17 Dec 2018 23:40

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Credits

Role Contributor
Director Michael McDowell
Series Producer Damon Quinn
Executive Producer Deirdre Devlin

Broadcasts

  • Thu 13 Dec 2018 22:00
  • Mon 17 Dec 2018 23:40

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