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| Listing of Programmes for the Year: 2007 | 422 Programmes |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 3rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
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Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Ocras | ||
Programme Title: |
The 1981 Hungersrike | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) This programme re-examines events leading to; and including the actual 1981 IRA hungerstrike. It shows contemporary film clips and interviews. (This may be the Irish version of RTE 25th documentary shown on 6/9 May 2006) |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
363 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5705 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 3rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 23 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Charges against Dominic McEvoy (23) and Martin McAliskey (40) relating to the robbery of £26m from the Northern Bank on Dec 04, have been withdrawn. Film report with their solicitor Niall Murphy's reaction. Chris Ward is still accused of the robbery and was remanded on bail. Two veteran republicans John Kelly and Brendan Hughes who are against SF's moves on policing say that they have been threatened by SF party members for not supporting the party. Film report on their letter to the Irish News, with SF's John O'Dowd's reply to their claim, the coverage of resignation of Davy Hyland from SF, he had been deselected as a candidate, with Hyland's views on the policing issue. Former UUP MP for North Belfast Cecil Walker (81) has died of a heart attack. Film report. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06580 | Tape No. |
363 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9200 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 3rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins 48 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
TNG |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
OCRAS (Hunger) | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) This documentary deals with the 1981 Hunger Strike in the Maze prison when 10 Republican prisoners died. After a brief montage of film clips from that time and the opening titles ex prisoner Jake Mac Siacais, standing in the Maze, gives a verbal history of the Maze since it was built in 1975 and the British government police of ending political status in March 1976. He then describes what happened to each prisoner as they arrived in the H Blocks. The narrator then recalls how in 1972 republicans had won political status after a hunger strike by Billy McKee. With old film clips of the prison shown, he also lists the concessions the prisoners won, then when the Labour government of 1976 removed this political status, the republicans refused to accept they were ordinary prisoners or criminals and their campaign of protests began. Jack Mac Siacais describes the brutality meted out to protesting prisoners who refused to bath, including internal body searches, then prison officer Dessie Waterworth tells his side of the story. The next section of the documentary deals with the so called Blanket men, the prisoners who refused to wear prison clothes and wore a blanket instead. It begins with a film clip of some blanket men in their cells, as the protest escalated the prisoners refused to "slop out" their cells and rubbed their excrement on the cell walls, this then was called the dirty protest. Ex prisoner Richard O'Rawe recalls the conditions the prisoners endured, the PO D. Waterworth recalls the smell as a film clip shows the cells being hosed down, then Bernard Ingram the then PM Margaret Thatcher's Private Secretary comments on his lack of sympathy for the prisoners. Over the 4yr dirty protest, the PIRA killed 18 prison officer, film clip of a PO's funeral shown, 10 PO's were killed in 1976 alone. In May 1979 M. Thatcher became PM, she appointed Humphrey Atkins NI Secretary, film clip shown, then British government Union Minster Lord Gowrie comments "Ireland was as foreign as Sri Lanka," and not on Thatcher's radar. The 400 protesting prisoners had now 5 demands, right to wear their own clothes, not to have to do prison work, right to mix freely, right to visits and parcels, and right to remission. Then Jake Mac Siacais revisits his old cell and recalls the cramped conditions and the prisoners method of communication from cell to cell. Then Seanna Breathnach an ex-prisoner recalls how they passed the time and their use of Irish language as communication, then in the canteen, Jake recalls the importance of the Sunday Mass as a meeting place for republicans prisoners, then hunger striker Tommy McKearney recalls how at Sun/morning Mass the first hunger strike decision was taken. Richard O'Rawe recall show the IRA outside was against hunger strike, then Gerry Adams recalls his view then, then Danny Morrison, the then SF Publicity Director's comments, then B Ingram says Thatcher was adamant there would be no concessions. On Oct 27th 1980 the prisoners went ahead, a film clip shows Raymond McCartney's comments in his hospital bed, then in interview now he recalls the names of the other 6 hunger strikers. In Oct 1980 with Bobby Sands replacing Brendan Hughes as Camp OC, T McKearney recalls his feelings on beginning a hunger strike. Film clip shows street rally, with SF's Jim Gibney's comments, then Bernadette McAliskey recalls the street protests, increasing as Sean McKenna inched towards death. T McKearney recalls the breakdown in his body, at this 11th hour the government opened talks with G Adams through MI6 agent the "mountain climber". Adams and Morrison recall these back channel talks, then SF/s Jim Gibney describes the hunger strikers dilemma as Sean McKenna neared death and they waited on a British/Gov paper on the 5 demands, Sean Walsh recalls the prisoners mood, they thought they'd won. Adams recalls the pressures then Ray McCartney and Adams on the 1st hunger strike ending. B McAliskey says she would have keep the strike going, Sean Walsh says a warder told him they'd won their 5 demands, but Bobby Sands told him otherwise, Adams describes the ambiguous nature of the British document. Documentary then examines the UDA murder attempt on B Devlin (McAliskey) at this time, 3 other H Block committee members had already been killed. Film clip and Bernadette interview on her injuries. Meanwhile in the prison the prisoners rejected the government document on "civilian type" clothes issue, Jim Gibney comments on the situation, then Sean Walsh recalls Sands' letter to him about a new hunger strike, he knew he would die, profile of B Sands given. The 2nd hunger strike began on March 1st 1981, Jim Gibney (SF) describes the 2 week gap between each hunger strikers tactic, Richard O'Rawe views on Sands' mental strength, then Hugh Logue of Irish Commission for Justice comments on Thatcher "the Iron Lady" followed by B Ingram comments on Thatcher views, then Frank Maguire MP for Fermanagh dies and the documentary details how eventually Bobby Sands got to stand for the Fermanagh MP seat and win, against the UUP's Harry West with B Devlin and Jim Gibney comments on old film clips. Hunger strike Lawrence McKeown recalls the prisoners reactions, how can they call us criminals now when Sands gets 30,000 votes, then Lord Gowrie give the British view. Thatcher changed the law to stop it happening again. Sean Walsh on the prisoners realisation the strike continues. Ingram's reaction is firm no, now on day 51 De John O'Connell recalls visiting Sands as a Euro Parliament delegation, he recalls Sands physical condition, Shiela De Valera cried during the visit, film clip of their press conference. John O'Connell recalls Thatcher's response to his visit. International mediators continued to visit the prison, DUP's Peter Robinson comments in 1981 on this party's reaction, then Jake Mac Siacais in Sands' cell recalls his death and last few days. Film clip of Sands' mother's remarks. On May 5th after 66 days on hunger strike Sands dies, L McKeown recalls the reaction in the prisoners, then PO D Waterworth says he committed suicide. Film clip of Sands' funeral with comment on the worldwide reaction. On May 12th Francis Hughes from Bellaghy died after 59 days, the programme profiles his PIRA career, as Ireland's most wanted man, his brother Oliver comments on the RUC's handling of Francis' coffin. Film clip shown of Foster Green situation then of his funeral in Bellaghy with Oliver's comments then, and street violence across NI. Then Raymond McCreesh, Patsy O'Hara die on the same day after 61 days. Film clip of funerals, the Irish Comm for Justice and Peace led by Fr Crilly becomes involved in negotiations, he was cousin of Francis Hughes and Tom McIlwee, he and Hugh Logue recall meetings with the NIO. Then profile of Joe McDonnell but on 29th June NI Sec refused to negotiate with hunger strikers, but his No. 2 Michael Allison met the Commission. H Logue recalls meeting the 6 or 7 last hunger strikers, but unknown to him MI6 was talking to Adams using the mountain climber, Adams recalls the Commission were interfering. Fr Crilly details anger with NIO, then H Logue on the lady behind the veil, then programme examines R O'Rawe current allegation he and Brendan McFarlane (OC) agreed any British offer should be accepted, but the outside leadership over ruled them. Interviews with O'Rawe, then denials from D Morrison. On 8 July Joe McDonnell died, film of his funeral, the Commissions/NIO talks ended, then on July 13th Martin Hurson died. Fr Denis Faul begins to pressurise the prisoners' families to end their fast, 1981 interview with him, then Fr Raymond Murray recalls, Faul arranged a Adam/prisoners families meeting. Adams recalls it, and his meeting with the hunger strikers after it, the prisoners wanted to continue. In Aug 1981 Kevin Lynch, Kiernan Doherty and Tom McElwee all died, Owen Carron became MP for Fermanagh, at this stage the families intervened. Bernie Devlin, mother of Matt Devlin recalls what she did, then Michael Devine dies, then Lawrence McKeown Hun/Striker Neil recalls the state of his body, and how his mother took him of the strike when he became unconscious, this was the beginning of the end as other families done the same. In September 81, Jim Prior became NI Sec, Lord Gowrie recalls, then Oliver Hughes, Prior announces prisoners can wear their own clothes. While denying concessions, Gowrie says H/Strike increased understanding between London and Dublin. Jim Gibney says republicans learned benefit of electoral politics. Jake Mac Siacais comments, then Danny Morrison, then B McAliskey on its effects on them. | ||
DVD No. |
D06580 | Tape No. |
363 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9201 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 4th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
54 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Part 1 and Part 2 | ||
Programme Title: |
The Eternal Optimist | ||
Description: |
Jim Dougalls profiles the retiring Arch Bishop of Armagh, Robert Eames. It features contemporaries opinions. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
364 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5706 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 4th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
15 mins 50 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Tony Blair issues DUP and SF with new ultimatum over elections. Film report as Ken Reid interviews Blair on his views, there's no election without an agreed basis for sharing power. Blair outlines his position on the current mis-understandings between the parties. At Stormont today the main parties MLAs gathered to discuss the devolution of Policing and Justice powers to a future executive. Film report with SDLP's A Atwood's anger at SF and DUP, then UUP's Reg Empey blames lack of SF/DUP direct dialogue for the situation, then DUP's P Robinson says SF have failed to deliver on policing. Then in a studio interview SF's G Adams gives his reaction to Blair's comments and he blames the DUP for not being positive enough, he also mentions the unease within republicanism about the Policing issue. Then from Derry a report samples public opinion on policing issue, journalist Eamon McDermott explains republican feelings toward the police, then BRG's Donncha MacNellis outlines his feelings on policing issue, then Noel McCartney of CRJ supports moves. On Sunday priests across Ireland will make appeals for information on finding the remains of 9 people who are the remaining disappeared. Film report. Next Ken Reid gives his analysis of today's political events. In Dunmurray 8 armed men rob a car dealer of £12,000. Film report with businessman John Maxwell's comments and SFMLA Paul Butler's reaction. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06580 | Tape No. |
363 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9202 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 4th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins 47 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
The Eternal Optimist | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 1 | ||
Description: |
This the first of 2 documentaries, covering the role of the Church of Ireland Archbishop Robin Eames, during the Troubles as he retires soon. It begins with comments of Dr Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury on Eames risk taking, then Catholic Archbishop Cathal Daly comments on his pastoral work going to funerals, then PM Tony Blair praises his role as representing the Unionist view, as does Irish PM B Ahern. Then R Eames comments on his constant questioning of himself at the end of every day, where did I fail to live up to faith, that I am asking others to accept. Jim Dougall then shows film of R Eames retirement service in Armagh Cathedral, with a vox pop of his parishioners on his qualities as a leader. Then Eames comments on the question he thinks his maker will ask him, i.e. where you able to live up to what I asked you to do, in an interview Eames recalls the Hume/Adams talks of 1988 as nationalisms internal book keeping, he explains how these were helpful. Meanwhile the new Irish PM at that time Albert Reynolds asked Eames to meet him privately a she had no direct contact with Unionist parties. Film clip shown. Eames recalls his warning to Reynolds that NI was on the brink of civil war and Dublin doesn't understand Unionist fears. The A Reynolds recalls showing him the original Irish government draft for the Downing Declaration. Eames called it unbalanced, Eames then recalls the "greenness of the document". Dougall then recalls Eames being a regular visitor to No 10 on the run up to the 1993 Downing St Declaration, the then PM John Major recalls the value of Eames' advice on language, he showed him confidential government documents without any fears. Eames then recalls having hand written drafts in his briefcase, when stopped by the Police, these docus formed the basis of the 1993 Downing St Declaration. Film clip of its announcement, followed by Aug 1994 PIRA ceasefire, then Reynolds, Hume, Adams handshake. John Major interview recalls how easily unsettled the Unionist community was at this time, he recalls telling Eames there was no secret deal with the PIRA. At this time Eames was also talking to loyalist paramilitaries about them ending their violence. The PUP's D Ervine recalls Eames role as a genuine man. Eames recalls the difficulties he had in meeting loyalists as their violence continued but he wasn't going to be used as a pawn by them. D Ervine then describes Eames meeting loyalist paramilitaries in Armagh and Eames being aggressive towards them. Blair recalls Eames as always being firm against violence. B Ahern says his input was significant. Jim Dougall then profiles R Eames childhood in Belfast in the 1940s and 50s, he became aware of the differences that plagued NI society as a law student at QUB. Eames recalls listening to stories of housing and job discrimination and became astonished and angry. Eames was ordained in 1963 and worked in East Belfast, when the Troubles broke out he was unprepared for the intensity of it. Film clips of those times shown. Eames recalls the growth of UDA in East Belfast, then former Methodist President Harold Good recalls the Shankill at that time and growth of UDA. Eames says it wasn't easy for a cleric to tell people to stand against paramilitaries, he explains the view, it's alright for him, he tells of a mob burning a house and he found a child in the coal hole, he often wonders what became of the girl. At 37 years old Eames was in St Columba's in Derry, a divided city and a divided diocese, with Church of Ireland Unionists in Derry and Church of Ireland Nationalists in Donegal, he recalls getting to know all these differences in one church. Then Whitby McClay comments. Then former Catholic Bishop Edward Daly recalls working with Robin Eames in Derry. Eames recalls going into the Bogside with Daly and got a wonderful response, in 1980 Eames sent to Belfast again, then at age of 48 he was elected Church of Ireland Primate. Film of the ceremony, then Eames recalls getting the job at a young age. Archbishop of Dublin John Neill comments, this was a time of Unionist turmoil over the Anglo Irish Agreement. Film clip of Paisley rally. Eames recalls his practical reaction to murder in his parish and in showing balanced sympathy, he recalls the death of one of his scout masters as his first funeral end the tragedy of it. Film clip shown, the Eames recalls the one aspect of the Troubles that stands out for him, is that grief and sorrow knows no difference in Catholic or Protestant homes. | ||
DVD No. |
D06600 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9204 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 7th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 52 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
The Eternal Optimist | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 2 | ||
Description: |
The second part begins with SDLP's Seamus Mallon talking about the pressure on Robin Eames because of the numbers killed within his community, in the RUC and the UDR then David Trimble says Eames had his finger on the pulse of Armagh. While Catholic Archbishop of Armagh Sean Brady comments on the expectations of politicians about churchman's influence, then former Presby/Moderator Ken Newell calls Eames a mover for justice, who keeps alive Christian hope. Then at Drumcree Church Jim Dougall recalls the years of trouble there after the service and the Orange Order's walk down the Garvaghy Road. Film clips shown. Eames once described it as his personal Calvary, he says the Drumcree situation tore at his heart, it was a cameo of NI. He explains this comment and the fact that church buildings where at the centre of it all. SDLP's S Mallon says Drumcree Church was used for overt political reasons, which at the time was a furnace. A bishop John Neill recalls the problems it caused within the Church of Ireland, but he says Eames didn't run from it, they got together and discussed the issue and he actually visited the congregation at Drumcree, it didn't change his mind, he's against the parade but he saw the other arguments. Film clip at Drumcree shows Orangemen confronting Eames, then Eames recalls his view, they shouldn't deny public worship to anyone, he recalls the criticism of that viewpoint and says if he banned the Drumcree service it would have ended in civil war, split Protestantism and the Church of Ireland, he says the way forward is through talking and engagement. Cardinal C Daly comments on Drumcree issue, then David Trimble on Robin Eames' stand. Eames say his faith has been challenged, but he was never near to losing his faith, he recalls the bad days and how his faith helped him through. R Eames was also a support of having women priests. Canon Kathleen Brown recalls his support this Eames talks of his pride that the Irish Anglican Church was the first on these islands to ordain women, and that most of their members supported the step. By 2003 the high regard for Eames within Anglicanism was shown when Rowan Williams the new Archbishop of Canterbury invited Eames to give the blessing at his enthronement, film clip shown. Then Williams explains his view of Eames. Then the Anglican Sec/Gen Ken Kearon recalls Eames being chosen to mediate when the USA congregation ordained an openly gay bishop Jene Robinson, he came up with the Windsor Report. Williams recalls how Eames managed although the issue isn't settled. Film clip shows gay man confront Eames, then Eames recalls both sides of the arguments. Then Bishop of Connor Alan Harper gives his view on Eames work on this issue, Eames personal view is a gay bishop at this time is too divisive. Eames paid a pastoral visit to RIR soldiers in Basra, Iraq, he recalls his message to them, you are not forgotten. Film clip shown, as Eames recalls the images of Iraq, he still recalls, then an RIR Col Mark Campbell describes Eames visit to his troops, more film clips shown. Eames was pleased he made the trip, it showed them the Church cared he feels, his personal view on the invasion of Iraq is that he's not persuaded it was justified. He developed this opinion. Jim Dougall then says R Eames will go to the House of Lords at Westminster. Film clip shows his elevation, but in the Republic his elevation caused some dissent. Archbishop John Neill of Dublin explains they didn't want the Church of Ireland seen as the Church of England. Writer John Cooney gives his views on this controversy, then Eames says he understands the criticisms, then Robin Williams says the Church will continue to use his wisdom and experience. Bishop Alan Harper comments on his faithfulness, Sean Brady (RC) says the Church have the same message, peace through dialogue, then Desmond Rea of the NI Policing Board praises his George Cross address last year and his empathy for the suffering here down the years. Then Tony Blair praises his help for the peace process over many years, Eames believes NI will achieve a stable society. | ||
DVD No. |
D06600 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9205 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 7th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 35 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Reports coming in suggest the PUP leader David Ervine has been taken to hospital after having a heart attack. Across Ireland's Catholic Churches today a letter from Archbishop Sean Brady was read out, in it he appeals for people to give information about the whereabouts of the bodies of the disappeared. Film report from Donaghmore the home parish of Colomba McVeigh, with Vera McVeigh's comments. (5pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06600 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9206 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 8th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
David Ervine the leader of the Progressive Unionist Party (PUP) has died of a heart attack in Belfast's RVH Hospital. Film report begins with security journalist Alan Murray's accessment of how different and radical D Ervine was within Unionism, then further report from Ivan Little explains the circumstances of the 53 year old's death. Then journalist Brian Rowan recalls talking to D Ervine on Sat/might to discuss an article he was writing for the Belfast Telegraph. Film clip shows him shaking hands with Irish PM B Ahern, he first appeared in silhouette on a 1993 UTV programme about the Shankill bomb, billed as a former UVF prisoner, film clip shown, his words were to come to pass. In October 94 he came out of the shadows and helped broker the UDA/UVF ceasefires. In 1974 he was jailed for having a UVF bomb, jail photo shown, he was mentored in prison by Gusty Spence. IN 1996 Billy Wright, thrown out of the UVF, told UTV that Ervine was a big influence within the UVF. Film clip shows B Wright's comments, then statement from PM T Blair, followed by views of UUP's Reg Empey on D Ervine, then SF's Mitchell McLaughlin's views. The NI Sec Peter Hain calls him a constructive force, then PUP statement on its loss. Then back in the studio journalist Alan Murray discusses where Ervine's death now leaves the PUP and the UVF, he feels Ervine is irreplaceable to them and will be missed in the moves towards getting the UVF to decommission. In politics the crisis deepens on the devolution of Policing and Justice (P & J), DUP's I Paisley says PM T Blair has misrepresented their position on its devolution by 2008. Film report covers Blair's comments in the Bel/Telegraph and Irish Times on the time frame, then SF's G Adams welcomes Blair's remarks, then Paisley statement rejects Blair's assessment as "untrue statement". Meanwhile in Dundalk today NI Sec P Hain met Irish Foreign Minister D Ahern for talks on the process. Afterwards Hain says that Stormont dissolves on 30th Jan for elections or for good. D Ahern supports this position. Then in the studio political editor Ken Reid comments on today's political clashes and Paisley's rejection of Blair's views, and the efforts being made to resolve the impasse, he also gives his views on D Ervine (PUP) contribution to the Peace Process. In courts bail was refused to Ihab Shoukri on UFF/UDA membership charges. Film report, then report on the funeral of UUP's Cecil Walker (81). (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06600 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9207 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 8th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 6 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
PUP's David Ervine has died of a heart attack. Film report begins with tributes from T Blair (statement), SF's G Adams (statement), DUP's P Robinson (statement). Then film report from Vincent Kearney looks at D Ervine's journey from UVF bomber to politician, clip shows his May 97 election as a city cllr. Then Oct 94 loyalist ceasefires announcement. Film clip shows July 72, Bloody Friday the day Ervine says that made him join the UVF. Ervine recalls the decision. In 1974 he got 11 years for having a bomb, film clip shows loyalists drilling in Long Kesh huts. Later he was credited with keeping the UVF in politics but there were failures, film shows UVF gunmen, film reviews his link to the UUP last year, and his involvement with SF's Tom Hartley visiting the Somme. Then film report from Ervine's local pub, the Raven Social Club on reaction there of locals, who think highly of him. Then film report with the reaction of NI Sec Peter Hain, who says he showed vision and courage, then SF's M McLaughlin says he made a contribution, then UUP's Reg Empey's reaction. Meanwhile at Stormont, Paisley rejects Blair's views on devolution of Policing and Justice, Mark Davenport's comments begin with an assessment of D Ervine contribution to politics here and his common touch, and the situation now for loyalists politics. Then Davenport explains the row today between DUP's I. Paisley and T. Blair over Blair's newspaper article. Then last item is the funeral of former UUP MP Cecil Walker. (6.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06600 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9208 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Prime Time | ||
Programme Title: |
Crunch Point | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles the current situation in the Northern Ireland peace process, as Sinn Fein and the DUP are still in impass. It also gives coverage of Tony Blare's(British Prime Minister) assessment of the DUP and Ian Paisley's response. It also gives C. Murphy (SF) and Edwin Poots (DUP) an opportunity to outline their positions. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
364 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5475 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
55 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 1: Ireland's Nazis. | ||
Description: |
Ex-RAF man and Irishman, Cathal O'Shannon profiles Nazis who fled Europe and lived in Ireland after World War II from Croatia and France . He also looks at anti-semitism in Ireland. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
364 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5708 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 56 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Deal or no deal, political pressure mounts, SF will decide on Saturday if its special conference on policing is to go ahead. Film report from Ken Reid begins with PM Blair's decision to make a written statement to Westminster on the future role of MI5 here. SF's M McGuiness explains his party's problem with the DUP over recent days, then the DUP's Ian Paisley Jnr says the onus is still on SF to move on policing to build unionist confidence. NI Sec P Hain attended the assembly's Policing and Justice subcommittee today at which he said the British government could appoint a Policing and Justice Minister from outside the assembly with concerns. Next Ken Reid profiles tomorrow's MI5 statement in the Commons which he feels will please SF, as it will separate MI5 and the PSNI. Ken Reid also comments on whether SF will agree a Policing Ard Fheis meeting soon. Following yesterday's death of the PUP's D Ervine, the UVF met today to discuss its impact. Film report from East Belfast PUP Office, then in Stormont emotional tribute from the Speaker Eileen Bell (Alliance), then PUP's Dawn Purvis' reaction, followed by Billy Hutchinson's comments. The Belfast Telegraph is to publish Ervine's last article on the Peace Process today. Tonight's at the Oval game between Glentoran and Clintonville a tribute will be paid to Glen's man Ervine. The next report is from the streets of East Belfast where people praise D Ervine as a man for the people, then PUP president Hugh Smyth's comments, then SF's Joe O'Donnell's views on Ervine. On the Falls Road most people also praised Ervine's fairness and efforts for peace. At the Omagh bomb trial of Sean Howey (37) today his lawyer said Howey would not be taking the stand to give evidence. Today a forensics expert Roger Cook gave evidence for the defense on the fibres found. Film report. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06600 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9209 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 10 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Prime Time | ||
Programme Title: |
Crunch Point | ||
Description: |
This profile is of the current disagreements between DUP and SF and Tony Blair on the issue of when Policing and Justice will be devolved under the St Andrews Agreement, the aspirational timetable talked about then appears to be unraveling. A film report examines what will Republicans do regarding their Ard Comhairle and Ard Fheis on policing issue now the DUP won't commit to a May 2008 Policing and Justice devolution. The report examines the giant step on policing that the DUP expects SF to make and analysis of Tony Blair's statement yesterday which the DUP rejected. The DUP's Edwin Poots explains the DUP position. P & J is a wholly separate issue from the St Andrews Agreement, then SF's Conor Murphy explains the SF position controlling Policing and Justice is an essential part of them accepting Policing. He claims the DUP are out of line with the two governments views then the DUP's Peter Weir says they have no commitment to any date on devolution of P & J powers. Then in the studio, SF's M McLaughlin and the DUP's J Donaldson debate the issue, with M McLaughlin (SF) saying their Ard Comhairle meeting will decide whether they go ahead with a special Ard Fheis on accepting the PSNI. SF says they expect clarity and the confusion is with the DUP, he praises SF "heavy lifting" in the process to date and calls on the DUP to do the same, then J Donaldson (DUP) says they haven't ruled in or out any dates on the devolution of P & J, but SF must move on policing first, it's commitment not timescales that deliver progress he says. M McLaughlin admits a date for devolution will help SF pass a policing motion at its Ard Fheis, but Donaldson repeats it's taken SF 3 months to get this point since St Andrews, they then go on to discuss if DUP will accept power sharing with SF on March 26th if SF accept Policing, again Donaldson won't commit to any dates, M McLaughlin says his answer is a maybe. | ||
DVD No. |
D06600 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9210 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
52 mins 24 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Ireland's Nazis (Part 1) | ||
Description: |
Ex RAF man, Irish born Cathal O'Shannon profiles some of the Nazis who fled to Ireland, after World War II. These include Andrija Artukovic Nazi Minister of the Interior in Croatia who was responsible for the deaths of up to a million people in Croatia, he arrived in Ireland in July 1947. In July 1944 in France Celestin Laine commander of the Breton SS Miltia was responsible for some of the SS bloodiest actions in France, he arrived in Ireland in Dec 4th. In Poland Peter Menten had 100s of Jews killed in Poland, even today no Jews live in the villages he visited, he arrived in Ireland in Feb 1963. The narrator Cathal O'Shannon then recalls joining the RAF in 1945 and going to Burma to fight the Japanese. On leave he couldn't wear his uniform in Ireland, he recalls in 1947 former Nazis were seeking asylum in Ireland, and official Ireland seemed to welcome them better then returning Allied war veterans. This programme is about who these Nazis were and how they got into Ireland. First is Andrija Artukovic who in 1947 moved into Rathgar. In 1985 Artukovic was extradited from the USA to Croatia for war crimes. Film clip shown, he is O'Shannon's case No 1. From Zagreb in Croatia O'Shannon explains how in 1941 the Utasa Party were put in power by Hitler. Dr Rory Yeomans, author of the vision of annihilation explains the political philosophy. In Feb 1942 Artukovic vowed to deal more ruthlessly with Jews than the Germans had. Artukovic was a devout Catholic, they made abortion punishable by death both for doctor and the woman. The Archbishop of Sarajevo supported Utashi aims, Yeomans says he actually endorsed the holocaust. Then O'Shannon hears from Prof. Iro Goldstein of the University of Zagreb about Artukovic's role in the terror against Jews and gypsies, film clip of the concentration camp in Zagreb with comments of Rory Yeomans on the regime in the camp, they even had a camp for children. Yeomans calls the regime sadism and torture rather than methodical murder. Many Croatians joined Marshall Tito's partisan army against the regimes terror, one Tito veteran Slavko Goldstein recalls the Utashi burning 80-150 Serbs alive in a church, in the death canmps80-90,000 were killed. IN May 1945 the Communist partisans overthrew the Utashi and its leaders fled Croatia to Austria, here Artukovic was captured by the British, who didn't extradite him back but released him in 1946, he was to Switzerland but was ordered out. Artukovic then used his Catholic connections to get into Ireland. O'Shannon explains, the role of Franciscans in Switzerland, he arrived in Ireland in 1947, he kept a low profile in Rathgar, O'Shannon comments on this, on 15/7/1948 Artukovic left Ireland for California where he took a job as a book keeper. In the 1950s the Yugoslavia's wanted him extradited it took 30 years of legal wrangling to get him, he died in prison in 1988. To understand why Ireland took him in O'Shannon profiles the country in the 1940s and its attitude to the British. Prof Brian Girvan, author of the Emergency explains the Irish government's attitude to WWII and neutrality, then Dan Lech of Univ. of Melbourne says Irish neutrality was pro allied, though the US relations with Ireland weren't very friendly at that time. Brian Girvan agrees with this view. In the national archives O'Shannon reads a note from US Ambassador David Grey to De Valera tells him not to admit Nazi refugees, Brian Girvan outlines De Valera's stubborn refusal to be dictated to by the US, he says De Valera saw the Nazi regime as a nationalist regime and the Nuremburg executions were illegitimate he felt, a victor's peace. Dev did know about the concentration camps but was skeptical of the Allies calling anybody a war criminal. O'Shannon says the Irish position baffled the Allies. He then begins Case 2: The Breton Connection, by profiling how Brittany sees itself as different from the rest of France. In 1940 some Breton nationalists worked with the Germans, this militia led by Celestin Laine is profiled by Dan Leach of Melbourne Univ. he had been influenced by the Irish model of the IRA physical force nationalism, in opposition to the French rule, his force was used as an auxiliary force by the Germans and called the Brezen Perrot. Kristian Hamon author on the group, explains their role was to root out French resistance fighters and they used torture methods he claims, and murder. O'Shannon visits Uzel's Fields of Martyrs were 34 men and women were tortured and shot, amongst the dead was Mirelle Chrisostone aged 20. Photo shown and O'Shannon comments on other mass graves, he then meets a former resistance fighter to get his views on the Bezen Perrot. Desiree Camus recalls 2 murders. In 1944 many Brezen Perrot fled France, Kristain Hamon explains they fled. In 1947 Laine was told by Raymond De La Porte, head of the Breton Nationalist Party. De Valera would let him into Ireland under an alias. Dan Leach explains the route they took to Ireland, Jean Pierre Le Mat recalls meeting Laine in Ireland and recalls his lifestyle here, he died in Dublin 1983. At the end of WWII, news of concentration camps showed the worst examples of man's inhumanity to man as the Red Cross attempted to find homes for survivors, Ireland's response showed its anti Semitism says O'Shannon and Dr Brian Fanning, author of Racism and Social Change explains how it worked. He says anti-Semitism was even laid out in government memos. Brian Girvan supports this view. Brian Fanning names Charles Bewely and Peter Bury as the civil servants who were anti-Semitic, then Joe Briscoe recalls his father Robert was a founder member of Fianna Fail and in 1928-65 was a TD, and a Jew, Joe recalls his father couldn't get Jews into Ireland even though he was a friend of Peter Bury who kept saying he was doing his best for Jews. Then O'Shannon comments on the orphan children, in April 1943 Dev agreed to accept 500 Jewish children from Vichy France but asked that in public no reference be made in public that the children were Jews. In 1944 in the Dail Dev said he knew of no such children. It was actually the end of the war before any Jewish children came to Ireland, it was 1947 when 100 were let in. B Girvan comments. By the 1970s the case of Peter Menten ignited the debate about Ireland's Nazis again. In 1976 the Dutch millionaire who lived at Waterford was exposed as a war criminal, local historian Sean Murphy who has followed the story since 1976 talks to O'Shannon about Peter Menten's case, then John O'Connor of the Munster Express comments, then Hans Kroop author of the Menten Affair explains Menten's links to Poland in the timber trade, and his business partner there, the Canadian family eventually Menten killed the whole family, with only the nephew surviving because he went to Palestine. Hans Kroop recalls how they found Peter Menten after Canaan contacted him, and details how Menten had joined the SS in Poland and took revenge on the family of Canaan who had sued him before the war. In 1976 the Soviets agreed to open a mass grave of Menten's victims, O'Shannon and Kroop visit the site and Kroop recalls the dig, photos shown, then Kroop tells of Menten's crime that day, eye witness Ivan Shchur describes the scene. Back in Holland Menten went on the run, but Kroop found him in Switzerland and Menten was arrested. Back in Ireland locals were shocked to hear the evidence against him, the Dutch gave him 10 years for war crimes, released in 1985 he announced he would be living in Ireland. Sean Murphy recalls the local discussion about that, then Joe Briscoe then Jewish Council of Ireland spokesman recalls the case and how he spoke to G Fitzgerald who barred Menten from Ireland. Menten died in 1988. O'Shannon praises Ireland's stand in the 1980s compared to the 1940s, then previews his next programme to be shown next week. | ||
DVD No. |
D06610 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9211 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 10th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 54 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In Coleraine the Drivers Vehicle Licensing Dept HQ has announced 261 job loses. Film report says jobs will be moved to Wales, the NIPSA Union rep Derek Smith comments then DUP MP Gregory Campbell gives his reaction while the SDLP MLA John Dallat laments direct rule ministers making these decision, he suggest the jobs are going to England to help Labour stay in power, then SF's Cllr Billy Leonard's comments. Newry is to get 450 new call centre jobs. Film report. Today in Commons T Blair made his statement on MI5's role here, it will be separate from the PSNI, film report shows MI5's new building at Hollywood's Palace Barracks and lists the contents of Blair's statement today. SF's G Kelly welcomes the move. Then Ken Reid covers questions to T Blair from DUP's J Donaldson after his statement, followed by a unhappy reaction from SDLP MP A McDonnell to Blair's statement, who says MI5 aren't accountable, also in the Commons DUP's N Dodds told Blair the DUP wouldn't be accepting any timetables on devolution of Policing and Justice. The NI Sec P Hain replies, then Ken Reid gives his analysis of N Dodds comments and the likely SF response, and SF's options on their Ard Fheis. In Downpatrick Jim Taylor has been killed in a traffic accident. Film report. The Bishop of Connor Rev Alan Harper has been elected to succeed Robin Eames as Archbishop of Armagh. Film report profiles Alan Harper's career to date. A man has claimed he helped kill 10 people in a Dublin Hospice in 1997/98 but Garda dismiss his claims. Film report. With Hospice Ch/Exe Mo Flynn interview, then Garda Superintendent Kevin Donohue's views. Derry is to get £23m redevelopment. Next report is interview the Gusty Spence on the death of David Ervine and how it will affect the PUP, he believes stress of the peace process killed Ervine but his message of peace must survive Spence says. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06610 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9212 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 12th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 18 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
SF's G Adams and A Maskey have attended the funeral in East Belfast of PUP leader David Ervine. Film report hears Mr Ervine's brother welcomed SF and other nationalists to the service at the East/Belfast Methodist Mission. Peter Hain, Hugh Orde, UUP, SDLP and DUP all attended, with Republics For/Affairs Minister D Ahern and former Taoiseach A Reynolds. Comments of Brian Ervine played, then Peter Hain's comments, then Ref Gary Mason's comments. Belfast Cllrs hold a moments silence. Meanwhile G Adams has claimed the peace process is in crisis because the DUP have reneged on an agreement with SF on devolution of Policing and Justice (P&J). Film report from Ken Reid, with DUP's I Paisley Jnr rejection of Adams comments, then in the studio G Adams gives an interview on his claim Paisley did make a commitment to him, he explains where and how it happened, he shows the paper which apparently Paisley agreed to. Adams raises doubts about whether the Ard Fheis on policing issue will now go ahead. He also comments on D Ervine's funeral and why he attended. PSNI Chief Constable H Orde today said he recognises that innocent people including children were killed hereby plastic bullets. Film report with views of victims' relatives, who welcome his remarks but want an apology. Jim Rowntree whose 17 year old brother was killed reacts, then Jim McCabe whose wife Norah was killed, then Kathleen Duffy whose 15 year old son was killed, then Brenda Downes who husband was killed in 1984, then Clara Reilly of the Campaign against Plastic Bullets welcomes H Orde's significant remarks. Then in the studio Ken Reid gives his analysis of today's difficulties in the peace process and the problems facing G Adams at tomorrow's SF Ard Comhairle meeting. In Derry/Donegall area a tiger kidnapping resulted in the robbery of a local McDonald's restaurant. Film report. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06610 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9213 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 12th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
11 mins 43 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of D Ervine's funeral in East Belfast, but first a report on today claims by SF G Adams that Paisley agreed with him the words of a motion on policing for SF's Ard Fheis, DUP's I Paisley Jnr calls Adams claims a distraction, he denies Paisley made any statement on dates or deadlines, it's about delivery he says, before the date. Then in the studio SF's Adams answers Paisley's denials, he explains changes he made to the Ard Comhairle motion through mediatators to please the DUP. Adams shows the piece of paper he says Paisley agreed to and then outlines what he thinks the Ard Comhairle will do tomorrow. Next report then covers the funeral of D Ervine and the attendance of SF's Adams and Maskey, H Orde, Fr Aidan Troy, A Reynolds, D Ahern and NI Sec Peter Hain whose speech is relayed, then Brian Ervine talks about his "wee brother". Chief Constable H Orde says he accepts innocent people were killed here by plastic bullets. Film report with reaction of victims' families. Jim Rowntree on his 11 year old brother, then Jim McCabe on his wife Norah's death, then Kathleen Duffy praises Orde's move today, but former Police Federation spokesman now DUP MLA J Spratt says Police should still be able to use this weapon. Then Relatives for Justice spokeswoman Clara Reilly rejects the use here of Tazer guns as a replacement for plastic bullets. (6.30pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06610 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9214 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 15th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
15 mins 21 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Traffic attendants have been taken off the streets of West Belfast and Derry following threats. Film report from Falls and Shankill areas and from Derry with comments of NIPSA Union's Paddy Mackle, then SFLP Cllr Tim Attwood comments on low number of tickets issued in West Belfast compared to South Belfast, then SF's Cllr Paul Maskey condemns the attacks on wardens, followed by interview with NCP's Tim Cowans on his reaction to the attacks. In the wake of SF's decision at the weekend to hold a special conference on supporting policing, the DUP's I Paisley Snr has urged Republicans to do it. Film report on comments of G Adams today and then Paisley rejects Adams claims on Friday that he (Paisley) had agreed a deal with Adams on Policing and he criticises the open ended weekend SF statement which Paisley says has eight interpretations The SDLP and UUP issue statements on the matter meanwhile former DUP MLA Paul Berry says he'll run as an independent in the next election. Film report with P Berry's views, then discontented republican Paul McGlinchey says he too will be standing. Then Ken Reid comments. As the Omagh Bomb trial of Sean Howey ends, it's been claimed the attack was mounted by the RIRA and CIRA working together, the report also profiles the evidence given by FBI informer David Rupert between 1997-2001, this was the 54th day of the trial. Former UDA leader Jim Gray has assets of only £60,000 when he was shot dead say the Assets Recovery Agency. Film report with film clips of Jim Gray and interview with Alan McQuillan of the ARA on this case and the future of the ARA. In Derry SDLP MLA Pat Ramsey is to move home after a litany of attacks on his home by dissident republicans. Film report from his Bogside home where Pat Ramsey says SF's opposition to Policing have fuelled the attacks, he says he was even called a collaborators in council by SF Cllrs then SF Cllr Paul Fleming comments, then Chris Ramsey puts wife comments. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06610 | Tape No. |
364 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9215 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 16th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
60 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 2 Ireland's Nazis | ||
Description: |
cathal O'Shannon tells how the Cold War opened up channels for Nazis to get sanctuary in Ireland, including Hitler's favourite soldier, Otto 'scarface' Skorzeny. And also details on the Nazis/IRA contact H. Clissmas. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
365 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5477 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 16th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
60 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Hidden History Part 2 | ||
Description: |
Cathal O'Shannon tells how the Cold War opened up channels for Nazis to get sanctuary in Ireland, including Hitlers favorite soldier Otto, 'Scarface' Skrozeny and the Nazis IRA contact H. Clissmas (missiing) | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
365 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5709 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 16th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 51 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
At the Omagh bomb trial of Sean Howey, his lawyer says it would be a travesty if he was convicted. Film report on the last day 55, with comments of Howey's lawyer on tainted Crown witnesses and unscientific DNA evidence, earlier the Crown lawyer claimed Howey had a case to answer he cited the fact Howey chose not to give evidence on his own behalf, linked with DNA and fibre evidence allow the court to find him guilty. The trial heard from 500 witnesses and ends tomorrow. Tony Blair has been optimistic on the peace process here following SF's weekend move on Policing but the Government has warned local politicians the election date is not moveable. Film report with Blair's comments in London, then Peter Hain's views on the election date, then SF MP Conor Murphy's reaction, that as yet nobody knows what the DUP's intentions are on elections or devolution, he says the DUP have ignored election deadlines in the past, meanwhile SF MLA Geraldine Duggen has resigned over the Policing issue, the 2nd SF MLA to reject the leadership. Meanwhile in Strabane bullets have been sent to SF Cllrs. Following recent attacks on traffic wardens in Belfast and Derry, NCP has appealed to the public to stand up for the wardens. Film reports examines the man in the streets views on the wardens. In Crossmaglen two schools were closed following a security alert in the town square. Film report. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06610 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9216 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 16th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
52 mins 5 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Ireland's Nazis (Part 2) | ||
Description: |
Cathal O'Shannon an Irish-born RAF man in World War II continues his exploration of why and how European Nazis were allowed to settle in Ireland after WWII. This programme includes the cases of the Germans expert on Ireland Helmut Clissman of the Abwehr Intelligence Agency who arrived in Ireland in June 1948, then Albert Folens of the Flemish SS who came in Oct 1948 and Albert Lnykz of the Belgian Black Brigade who arrived in May 1948 also Hitler's favourite soldier Otto "Scarface" Skorzeny of the Waffen SS Commandos who arrived in May 1959. Cathal O'Shannon then explains his motivation for making these two programmes on Nazis in Ireland. He begins with the story of Helmut Clissman who was at the centre of the German plans to enlist the IRA in helping Germany fight Britain, author Gerry Mullins explains Clissman had been a student in Ireland in the 1930s and was head of the German Academic Exchange which organised student exchanges between Germany and Ireland. Clissman was also involved with the Nazi group in Ireland, G Mullins explains its existence and purpose. Photo of 1933 meeting of the AOR shown. Dr Mark Hull author of "Irish Secrets" comments on Clissman's role, he had also become friendly with Irish Republicans Frank Ryan and Sean McBride and he married Elizabeth Mulcahy from a republican family in Sligo. On the outbreak of WWII Germans citizens in Ireland where recalled to Germany, where Clissman went to work for the Foreign Ministry, an advisor on Irish affairs, eventually ending up in the Brandenburg Regiment. The German Special Forces, where he planned ops involving Ireland, he then moved to Germany Military Intelligence. G Mullins comments on his IRA links and their common objectives. Clissman got Frank Ryan released from Spain where he was captured during the Spanish Civil War (July 1940), a film clip then shows C O'Shannon interviewing Helmut Clissman in 1976 about why he wanted Frank Ryan free. Dr M Hull explains their plan of using Irish Expats from Europe to fight Britain for the Nazis backfired as most were anti-Nazi, the plan finally collapsed when the Germans invaded Russia. After the war Clissman was captured and held as a POW by the British, in a TV interview Clissman claims the British tortured him. In 1980 he tells John Bowman the techniques the British used, on release he got permission to enter Ireland through his wife. Clissman describe his journey to Ireland on a TV clip, once in Ireland he set up a chemicals business and joined Amnesty International. C O'Shannon then profiles Europe in the early days of the Cold War where communism was seen as the big enemy not Nazism. To understand why former Nazis were allowed in to Ireland, Dan Leach from Univ. of Melbourne comments on fear of the Soviet Union, Prof B Girvan, author, recalls De Valera's fears of Russia and the Catholic Church's view of communism. Followed by Dan Leach's views on the Church's delays with Nazis and communists, Irish public opinion was also anti communist, papers headlines shown. Dan Leach comments on how all these factors dictated Irish Immigration policy towards helping anti-communists, even Nazis, one such group was the right wing Catholic Belgian Nationalist Movement, this is O'Shannon's case 2. The Flemish connection, he outlines these peoples recent history within Belgium, they saw the Nazis as their ticket to independence. Prof Bruno De Wever of Ghent Univ. explains the role of the Flemish National League collaboration with the Germans, then Dan Leach comments on this aspect. Photos shown of Flemish militias, on allied liberation, the Flemish Nazis had to flee and Ireland's Catholic anti communism made it a safe haven and they were helped to get there by elements within the Catholic Church. Dan Leach explains the Flemish/Irish clergy links and how it worked. C O'Shannon shows a film clip of a protest in 1978 in Dublin about Wood Quay among the protesters was Nazi Stefan Van Velthovan smuggled in after the war. Prof Bruno De Wever recalls his Nazi role in Belgium in the Waffen SS, in a regiment commanded by Hitler's favourite soldier Otto Skorzeny who also came to Ireland after the war. S Van Velthovan was wounded and captured by the Americans, he got 20 years hard labour for collaboration, but he escaped and recalls how he got to Ireland, using Trapist monks connections, once in Ireland he became involved with republican protests. Also from Belgium is Case 3 Albert Folens, who became Ireland's leading educational books publisher. Sean Moloney, journalist explains his publishing business in Ireland, but during the war he was in the Nazi SS Security Police, the feared SD, who rounded up Jews. Staf Van Velthovan recalls meeting Albert Folens in a post WWII hideout in Belgium, Sean Moloney profiles Folens' early years and at 23 he joined Flemish unit of the SS, he then joined the SD or secret service. Prof B De Wever comments on SD operation, Folens was arrested by British in Germany and in Belgium got 10yrs jail for treason, he escaped after 2 years and in 1948 went to Ireland where eventually he became a leading entrepreneur. O'Shannon profiles an interview Folens gave before his death to a Flemish paper calling himself a "war criminal in an honourable cause". Sean Moloney recalls interviews with Folens where he denied he was in the SS saying he was a soldier on the Eastern Front, however a taped interview never before heard shows him saying something different. Sean Moloney details his views on the stupid Americans and the threat of Communism and his life with the SD which he earlier denied being a member of. O'Shannon then visit's the Ceges-soma Archive in Brussels where Folens is listed on the Americans wanted war criminals list, with Sean Moloney he visit's the former SD HQ in Brussels, were Folens worked as an interpreter, in interrogation. Case 4 is Belgian businessman Albert Lnykz, Dan Leach profiles the man, then B De Wever says he was a member of the paramilitary Black Brigade connected to the Flemish National League. During the war his family made furniture for German army barracks, a Belgian journalist who called the Black Brigade collaborators recalls being raided by Lnykz and the police in July 1942 (Louis Riemis) and getting 3.5 years in a German prison camp. After the war Lnykz got 20 years but he too escaped and got to Ireland, where he set up a restaurant business. Justin O'Brien author of the Arms Trial comments on Lnykz involvement with Fianna Fail. In May 1970 he was linked with Charles Haughey and Nial Blaney in attempting to import weapons for PIRA, J O'Brien says Lnykz was confident of Nial Blaney, O'Shannon details Lnykz visits to Hamburg gun dealers Otto Sluger. J O'Brien comments on their failed plan and comments on the trial of P Lnykz with Peter Bury's evidence, on acquittal Lnykz vanished quietly. In May 1959, Case 5, Otto Skorzeny buys a house in Co Kildare, papers headlines shown. Kim Bielenberg, journalist comments on the Irish government's laid back reaction, Haughey's reaction to a Dail question by Noel Browne profiled. O'Shannon visits Irish National Archives where a files shows the Irish government had worries about why he wanted to live in Ireland. Military historian Charles Messenger profiles Skorzeny since he joined the Austrian Nazi Party in 1931, making his name in the Waffen SS in Russia in 1941. Hitler appointed him leader of Battalion 502, photo shown, his men in Sept 1943 rescued Mussolini from the Allies. C Messenger details the German plans. Film clip of Skorzeny with Mussolini, photo of Skorzeny with Hitler shown at the Battle of the Bulge, he dressed Germans in US Army uniforms, when captured in 1945. This led to him being tried for a war crime but the case collapsed when it was revealed the Allied used captured German uniforms on D-Day. Skorzeny eventually escaped to Spain where it was rumored he ran Odessa. In 1957 a party was held for Skorzeny at Portmanock Country Club in Dublin, headlines shown. Charles Haughey attended there was no controversy then. Pathe News clip shows room where German generals tried to kill Hitler in 1944, after this Skorzeny was appointed by Hitler to hunt down the plotters. Journalist Kim Bielenburg's mother was the daughter of ring leader of the plot, Fritz von de Shoeinburg, he recalls Skorzeny's role. O'Shannon then brings a British officer, Dusty Miller to Martin's town house of Skorzeny where he recalls meeting Skorzeny who told him Russians were sub-human. In 1964 Skorzeny returned to Madrid, dying in 1975. O'Shannon then reviews how Ireland accepted these former Nazis, he says the Cold War seemed to allow Ireland to ignore the horrors of the Nazi regime, even today he says the Irish government won't release the files on these Nazis, he says these Nazis are a stain on Ireland's recent history. | ||
DVD No. |
D06620 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9217 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 17th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 14 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The PSNI Historical Enquiries Team (HET) has apologised to the Reavey family in Sth Armagh whose 3 brothers were killed at Whitecross in Jan 1976, for accusations at that time that the 3 brothers were IRA members. Film report on John, Brian and Anthony Reavey murder with old film clip. Six years ago on Jan 1999 DUP's I Paisley used privilege in the Commons to claim a fourth brother was a terrorist but he wouldn't repeat that claim outside Parliament. IN a letter the head of the HET confirmed to the Reavey family the 3 brothers were totally innocent and not linked to paramilitaries, he also apologised for the harassment of the family by the security forces after the killings. Eugene Reavey in an interview says the killers weren't loyalist paramilitaries but RUC/UDR men, he's 100% sure of this and he wants the killers named and shamed. The trial of Sean Howey on charges related to the Aug 1998 Omagh Bombing has ended after 56 days. Film report with summary of the proceedings and Justice Weirs comments and the defense lawyers closing remarks. The Historical Enquiries team has made and appeal for information about the Jan 1993 of Catholic woman Sharon McKenna by the Mount Vernon UVF unit, Nuala O'Loan's report on Monday is expected to say the RUC knew who the gunmen were but protected the killers as up to 4 of them were agents. Film report on armed robbery on Lisburn's Bow Street this morning and hoax bomb alert at Dunmurray. In Co Tyrone diss/republicans are being blamed for threats against SF members found at two grave yards. Film report with Strabane SF Cllr Brian MacMahon's reactions, then Omagh SF Cllr Martin McColgan's views. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06620 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9218 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 18th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 32 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The Police Federation here says it's ready to talk to SF leaders if they sign up to support Policing. Film report reviews the years of conflict between the Police and republicans here with film of street violence, 300 policemen died in the Troubles. Then Patton's Policing changes were rejected by the RUC Federation. The Police Federation head Terry Spence then explains their announcement today. It's about thinking about the future he says, then SF's G Adams comments on the Ard Fheis debate on Policing and says the result shouldn't be taken for granted. In Downpatrick gunmen held up a family in their home and stole £20,000 in cash. Film report on the McKeown family's ordeal at the hands of 6 men. Charlie McKeown a well known local businessman wasn't home, PSNI Det/Insp Richard Graham comments, then SF MLA Willie Clarke gives his reaction. Meanwhile in Belfast 4 armed men robbed a bank on Belfast's Crumlin Rd. Traffic wardens could be back in West Belfast and Derry next week following meetings between NIPSA Union members, National Car Parks (NCP) and community leaders in West Belfast. Film report with traffic warden Sam Boyd's remarks, then NCP's James Clarke, then SF Cllr Paul Maskey. At the Armagh trial of Jacqueline Crimble accused of helping her lover kill her husband she told police associates of UDA's J Adair had abducted her husband in June 2004. Film report. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06620 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9219 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 21st Jan 2007 | Duration: |
22 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
David Ervine: A Life Less Ordinary: | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles the PUP leader who died recently, with his wifes remarks and contermporary film clips. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
365 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5478 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 21st Jan 2007 | Duration: |
17 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Description: |
This programme looks at Government plans to introduce fines for those who do not re-cycle. They report on David Ervines death and how it will effect the Loyalist community. Finally frank Gallagher (URPG) comments on the differences between Unionists and Loyalists. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
365 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5479 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 21st Jan 2007 | Duration: |
22 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
David Ervine; A Life Less Ordinary. | ||
Description: |
A programme profiling the PUP leader who died recently. His wife tell of her feeling on her husband and we see contemportary film clips. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
365 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5710 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 21st Jan 2007 | Duration: |
21 mins 53 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
David Ervine: A Life Less Ordinary | ||
Description: |
This documentary is a profile of the late leader of the Progressive Unionist Party (PUP) which had links to the UVF. It begins with his wife saying she doesn't regret marrying David, then as film clip shows D Ervine walking about the Oval, home of his team Glentoran. A news film shows the aftermath of a UVF gun attack on a Loughinisland pub which killed 6 people, then Ervine calls it one of the worst days of his life as at that time it seemed loyalists might have considered calling a ceasefire, he felt all the efforts towards getting that ceasefire had been in vain, he says you can't live through the violence, be part of the violence and not be troubled. Even before Loughinisland, Ervine says he realised violence is counterproductive. It begets violence, it's the hamster wheel to hell he says, then old news film shows bombs on Bloody Friday in Belfast as Ervine recalls this was why he joined the UVF, as he says he felt if you're going to do this to me, I am going to do it back or as he said before to return the serve, he can't undo that moment and has to live with it. His wife recalls David's arrest and finding out he was in the UVF, she felt devastated, going to prison was harder on Jeanette then him says Ervine. Film of LK huts shown, Jeanette recalls telling the children about David having been in prison, then Ervine walks through LK as he recalls Gusty Spence asking him why was he here, and how this started him thinking about issues, and hating people you don't know he says is a taught process not a thought process. As photos of him in prison are shown, Ervine recalls taking advantage of the education opportunities in Long Kesh (LK) and the effects this had on him, education changed his life not Long Kesh. Then Ervine recalls going to Stormont as an elected MLA for the first time, it was a new world for him he recalls, he says changes are happening and some are frightened by that but we should stop frightening each other and the first issue on the agenda is try and remove the mutual fear, the violence and then slowly piece our society back together. Ervine then recalls growing up in East Belfast in the shadow of the shipyard. B & W film clips shown, he recalls the importance of the shipyard to East Belfast families, it now employs 50 when it used to employ 30,000. D Ervine praises the apprentice scheme which gave young people an education, he quotes figures of average 11+ plus rate, as overall pass is 27% but a Falls Rd child pass rate is 12% in Protestant East Belfast the pass rate if 3%, he jokes about Protestants being the so-called ascendancy. Ervine goes on to say the Unionist working class was badly led, he says it's the working class population that are the main generators of violence and crime and the recipients of it, he feels his generation had most of their lives destroyed, he explains this viewpoint which he says had Long Kesh at the heart of that process, thank God it's now falling apart he says. The redevelopment of LK is the proof of a changing society he says. In Dec 06 Ervine was invited to speak to pupils at a Catholic school's prize day, he recalls that event as special in his life, photos shown, it says something of where this community is going, he enlarges this view on our burgeoning society and the peace dividend that when our children go out the door at night we know they are coming home. Ervine says some pole think he's a hard man gone soft, he says he has seen people change, he's not afraid of change as it can bring good things, he hopes in 20yrs time people will say what was all the fuss about. | ||
DVD No. |
D06620 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9220 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
In The Name Of The State | ||
Description: |
Chris Moore profiles Naula O'Loan's report into Informent One; the UVF leader in Mount Vernon, Mark Haddock and allegations that the RUC Special Branch allowed him to kill with impunity. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
365 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5712 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
21 mins 23 |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan has released her report into the activities of North Belfast's Mount Vernon UVF unit led by Mark Haddock her conclusion is that RUC Special Branch (SB) knew he was a serial killer involved in up to 16 murders yet they continue to protect and pay him. Film report says collusion went right to the top and involved senior police officers and UVF men were coached during interviews to prevent themselves incriminating themselves. The report starts with Nuala O'Loan's press conference and profiles the role of Raymond McCord in getting this inquiry. Mark Haddock isn't named in the report but is named as informant one, she also says SB dominated the RUC and within it was in absence of controls and special policy in this vacuum collusion occurred she says. Haddock was even allow to shave in custody after an eyewitness said a gunman had a beard, he was given a 60% increase in payments just weeks after he murdered Catholic woman Sharon McKenna. O'Loan says her inquiry was hampered by the destruction of police documents and the refusal of senior SB officers to co-operate. Investigator Justin Felice comments on this aspect, however no ex police officers are to be prosecuted, the PSNI Chief Constable is to reopen the 16 murder inquiries. The next report called A Father's Fight for Justice examines the campaign of Ray McCord Snr to get justice for his murdered son Ray McCord Jnr he's been campaigning for nearly 10 years. Speaking after Nuala O'Loan conference with his wife and 2 other sons beside him Mr McCord criticises the role of Ronnie Flanagan who told him murderers don't work for the RUC, he says Flanagan should give H Order the evidence to jail his son's killers, R McCord says his campaign continues, then a 2nd film report titled Victims, looks at the case of Catholic Sharon McKenna on the Shore Rd on 17-01-93 information one admitted to police he was one of the gunmen, her brother Paul McKenna recalls her murder and gives his reaction to the report, he has no confidence into the PSNI inquiry, the Mark Thompson of Relatives for Justice says this is just the tip of the iceberg, collusion was a policy directed from Whitehall he says. Then live from Police HQ F McKinney asks the question how bad might the bigger picture be, he then interviews Chief Constable H Orde who says informant handling is now changed, he is concerned officers didn't co-operate with O'Loan, but he and his senior team did co-operate, he says the way the past was run is a matter for those who run policing in the past, he won't comment on whether he has confidence in R Flanagan as an Inspector of Constabulary after this report, he does says once you step outside the law to enforce the law you are on a dangerous road. The NI Sec Peter Hain says he feels this case is an isolated one but he still rules out a public inquiry. Film report on his remarks on inquiries, he does predict there will be one or more prosecutions. SF's G Adams says it's the can of worms being opened up. The DUP's Nigel Dodds says countless lives have been saved because of actions of security forces. SDLP's M Durkan said there had been state funded serial murder, UUP Fred Coban there was very little evidence to convict individuals in the police. Policing Board's Des Rea was shocked by the document. They are to hold a meeting on Wednesday. In a statement today former Snr RUC men have criticised O'Loan for unfounded allegations. Then in the studio Nuala O'Loan says names weren't in the report in case of any future trial, she says informants working for the RUC were engaged in murder and knowing that the RUC continued to employ them, she's asked again were there murderers in the RUC, she says evidence was withheld from the CID, and they were misled, she says she doesn't know if this is the tip of the iceberg, she says the current heads of policing here all co-operated. Then Chris Moore previews tonight's Insight programme on the collusion issue. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06620 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9222 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
20 mins 30 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
BBC coverage of Nuala O'Loan's press conference today on collusion between the RUC and the UVF in Nth Belfast's Mount Vernon area. Begins with Nuala O'Loan comments on their Special Branch (SB) attitude to Informant One (M Haddock) after knowing he was involved in murder. Then quick reaction from Ray McCord, then details of Nuala O'Loan's 4 yr investigation in to 16murders, 10 attempted murders and 23 punishment attacks and 1 bomb attack, in a film report from Vincent Kearney profiles Mark Haddock and examines O'Loan points on blocked weapons searches, protected informant interviews, false interview notes, withholding intelligence from CID officers and giving misleading info to prosecutors. The list of murder victims is shown and comment of how Ray McCord Snr started the investigation with his complaint, N O'Loan lists the faults in handling informers, and the suspension in 1997 of RUC rules on informants applying to Special Branch, many high ranking SB officers refused to co-operate with N O'Loan, including 6 former SB chiefs, O'Loan also had to wait once for 2.5 years to get requested information. The DPP won't be persecuting officers as the evidence was destroyed. Then film report interviews Ray McCord Snr for his reaction, then Sharon McKenna's brother Paul gives their family's reaction to the 1993 murder. After this killing Haddock's monthly pay went up from £100 per month to £160, then retired Det/Sgt in CID Jonty Brown gives his views on CID relationship with SB. Followed by apology from current PSNI Chief Constable H Orde for the past, he says evidence was destroyed but necessarily deliberately just routinely but that doesn't happen now, he regrets some senior officers didn't co-operate, he accepts it's possible other informers could have been treated in the same way. He asks people to judge the PSNI for what it does now. Then NI Sec Peter Hain rules out a new inquiry into collusion as we are awash with inquiries in NI, other reaction from the SDLP, SF and Unionists followed by studio interview with Nuala O'Loan. She comments on the force within a force that was SB and justifies how their attitude led to more crime, she won't comment if this could have happened elsewhere in NI, but she has other investigations ongoing, she comments on the systematic failures of the system for which senior officers were responsible, she won't comment on Ronnie Flanagan's position now, she comments on the SB officers who won't talk to her team. She says the end doesn't justify the means, no prosecutions are possible as evidence was destroyed. (6.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06620 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9223 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
In the Name of the State (Informant One) | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Chris Moore it begins with Nuala O'Loan's opening remarks at news conference, then film clip of Mark Haddock known as Informant One or the Fishman. O'Loan's investigation began in 2002 after a complaint by Ray McCord, by 2003 O'Loan had discovered enough to alert the Chief Constable H Orde to a major problem in SB. H Orde accepted her findings, he explains on this. Chris Moore then recalls how Ray McCord wasn't believed when he alleged an RUC informer killed his son, Nuala O'Loan recalls first hearing Raymond's story today's report vindicates R McCord. O'Loan says at her press conference UVF informer involved in McCord murder. In the studio she calls the investigation a web, Chris Moore profiles Haddock's UVF career and in 1993 while working for SB he killed Sharon McKenna, and told his handler Jonty Brown he done it, then recalls what a senior officer told him on the case, the Branch can't afford to lose him. Brown walked out when he was told to make sure he didn't confess to murder. C Moore says Stalker and Stevens reports showed collusion existed now O'Loan raised it again. Moore says no wonder some officers wouldn't co-operate they too might as well have wore balaclavas, he cites the Peter McTasney murder in 24-2.91, Haddock was interviewed or baby sat through those interviews by SB, then Sharon McKenna's murder on 17-1-93, despite his admission he was one of the killers, SB baby sat him through 37 interviews in 6 weeks, weeks later his monthly money is increased, other victims, Eamon Fox and Gary Convey killed in 17-5-94 by a gunman with a beard, police arrest Haddock who had a beard and in custody get him to shave it off. Then on 17-2-06 victim Sean McParland, Haddock turns up to kill him, see the police and they see him, he allowed to go. Next morning McParland is shot and dies days later. O'Loan says SB actions strengthened the UVF in North Belfast. R McCord then says Sharon McKenna was murdered by employees of the State, Police knew it and still allowed it to continue, if they acted his son would still be alive. McCord Snr was threatened by the UVF and harassed by the police after complaining. In 1999 a man called Mark Harbinson asked to meet McCord, about threats to Harbinson. The police arrived and took Mark Harbinson away and then took R McCord to Gough Barracks in Armagh, McCord explains what happened, then recalls going with DUP's N Dodds to meet the Chief Constable R Flanagan who told them murderers don't work for the RUC. After today's O'Loan conference, R McCord again criticises R Flanagan's role as Chief Constable, then present Chief Constable H Orde comments on his views on murderers working for the RUC. R Flanagan refused an interview. The Mount Vernon UVF had 5 or 6 informers in it says C Moore and this enabled their sense of protection as they ran their drugs dealing rackets using fear and violence, they became untouchable. N O'Loan comments that lack of police action was a comfort to the Mount Vernon UVF. At her press conference O'Loan says there was no record of a Monaghan bombing incident or that a SB informer had possession of the explosives because junior officers were told not to record it, she lists other examples of information being withheld by SB, one on a safe house used by suspect murders, she lists other withholding of info by SB and their destruction and loss of exhibits, like metal bars etc. The blocking of searches of informers homes and no action being taken to disrupt UVF attacks. The guidelines drawn up of handling informers come from 1980 drawn up by former MI5 officer Leslie Walker, also it detailed how info was shared between SB and CID. O'Loan's report highlights how these rules were broken, with false note taking, tipping sources off, providing cash for sources to disappear, blocking CID searches. Then John Lyttle a former deputy head of CID recalls how SB tied the CID's hands with all arrests having to go first to SB for approval. Lyttle says they had use (?) to get around SB blocks, he explains how this worked. N O'Loan then lists other failings of SB, loss of policy files, lost murder investigation files etc. She also mentions serving and former SB officers not talking to her and the missing files mean no officers will be charged. Jonty Brown recalls being arrested by the O'Loan team, his interviews began in 2002 he co-operated then but by 2004 he was threatened with arrest and withdrew support. John Lyttle also criticises the arrest then N O'Loan refuses to discuss Brown's comments, J Brown says he wasn't going to stand alone against SB, even Superintendent had no control over SB. Jane Winters of British/Irish Rights Watch says arresting J Brown was an O'Loan mistake. C Moore updates M Haddock survival of a gun attack and sentencing on an attempted murder charge, he also shows photos of other Mt Vernon UVF men including Wm Young, John 'Bonzo' Bond and Gary Heggarty. | ||
DVD No. |
D06630 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9224 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
5 mins 57 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 UK |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC UK News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of Nuala O'Loan's Police Ombudsman's Report on collusion between the RUC Special Branch and the Mount Vernon UVF Unit, highlighting Mark Haddock's role. Film report from Denis Murray in Belfast on M Haddock and Special Branch's failure to stop his murder spree while getting paid by the State, with comments of Raymond McCord Snr on his reaction, then NI Sec Peter Hain says they were part of the poisonous past and it won't happen again, then SF's G Adams says it's an incentive to be involved in Policing, to root these people out. Then analysis from Denis Ireland on this reports possible effects on SF's decision to back Policing. (10pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06630 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9225 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 UK |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
Newsnight | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then report from Belfast on N O'Loan's report on UVF/RUC SB collusion asks why is nobody being charged or even disciplined. Film report from Belfast by Jackie Long reveals the details of the "damning report" about the UVF unit from Mount Vernon and its collusion with the RUC involved 16 murders, 10 attempted murders, punishment shooting and a bombing, during these years UVF man Mark Haddock was paid £80,000. The profile looks at the Sharon McKenna killing with views of her brother Paul about the police involved. Then UUP's Ken Magennis defends the RUC Special Branch point of view, he asks the question of the Ombudsman's staff, how many of these people investigated a terrorist incident. J Long says some elements of the PSNI showed a lack of enthusiasm for helping the inquiry but others did co-operate in the case of Ronnie Flanagan there was a lot he couldn't remember, the current Chief Constable H Orde did co-operate and in an interview he says things have changed on his watch and he apologies for the past. The report he says is very disturbing even at the time of difficult policing conditions. The State should never step outside the law he says. Then SF's G Adams says no republicans is surprised by the report but it's an incentive to make policing work. Then in an interview NI Sec Peter Hain calls the O'Loan report devastating, he says he's determined such a thing won't happen again and says the current reforms in policing will ensure that, he also admits this might not only be the only such incident and he welcomes the fact the Ombudsman's report has indicted this behaviour by a minority of police officers. Hain says he thinks some people will be prosecuted but won't comments on details, he says what today shows is that we have today a totally different policing structure and there now procedures and supervisions should prevent this all happening again. P Hain is then challenged about former senior RUC officers not co-operating and about the memory loss of ex Chief Constable Ronnie Flanagan when he did co-operate. Hain says those who didn't co-operate should be criticised but he won't says they should be punished. (10.30pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06630 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9226 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
50 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight Special | ||
Programme Title: |
The haddock Case | ||
Description: |
The Special Branch agent M. Haddock's first RUC handler, Trevor McIlwrath is interviewed and the Sharon McKenna murder and the killing of R. McCord Jnr is discussed. Plus, the Irish foregn minister D. Ahern gives his views on collusion issues and N. O'Loan and Ken Mayennis from the UUP, clash on this issue. It finishes with the former Special Branch and RUC Chief, R. Flanagan giving an interview. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
366 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Irealnd | Record No. |
5713 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
13 mins 33 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Former RUC Chief Constable Ronnie Flanagan says he knew nothing about collusion. Film report on the fall out after the O'Loan report on collusion. Flanagan was a former head of Special Branch and Chief Constable at the time the O'Loan report covers. Flanagan is door stepped for his reaction then issues a statement denying he knew of officers behaving in the style O'Loan described. The Ray McCord criticises Flanagan's memory loss and calls for Flanagan to be stripped of his Knighthood and charges brought against him, then a retired RUC man with 30 years experience Insp Norman Hamill says he feels betrayed and shocked by O'Loan's revelations. Then the Committee for the Administration of Justice spokesman Maggie Bierne asks questions about the use of informers today especially under MI5's new role. Next report reviews the political fallout from the O'Loan report from Ken Reid, the SDLP's M Durkan says R Flanagan should resign from this current job, SF's M McGuiness wants him sacked and for Tony Blair to reveal what he knows about the activities of M Thatcher in collusion issue policy, then NI Sec Peter Hain defends R Flanagan, while the DUP's I Paisley Jnr says the report is thin on evidence and is part of a witch hunt. The UUP's F Cobain also used the witch hunt phrase. Meanwhile the new PUP leader Dawn Purvis says this is only the tip of the iceberg. Within the last hour former SB officers have released a statement saying the O'Loan report is lacking in evidence and it should be reviewed by and independent body, they again reject any wrong doing. In the studio SDLP's M Durkan gives an interview criticising R Flanagan role and gives his reactions to the fact nobody will be prosecuted and what he says is a blasé British government response and government attitude to what is a national scandal. The Dublin government's new National Development plan is to spend Euros within N Ireland. Film report with B Ahearn's views then Finance/Min Brian Cowan's comments. Lat items if three brief news reports on other news stories. Then film report on the arrest of republicans Gerard McCrory and Thomas Tolan from West Belfast who absconded on bail on a charge of kidnapping Bobby Tohill in Feb 2004. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06630 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9227 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
11 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of today's pressure on R Flanagan following the O'Loan report. Film report from Vincent Kearney reviews Flanagan at the George Cross ceremony and getting his Knighthood, while today critics call for his head. O'Loan yesterday lists the senior officers failings, then R Flanagan's statement denies he knew anything about collusion, and he refutes suggestions he was evasive of unhelpful with O'Loan, then SDLP M Durkan rejects Flanagan's denial, as does SF's M McGuiness. Retired officer Normal Hamill gives his views on Special Branch, he feels betrayed. The Police Board will discuss the report tomorrow. Then live from Stormont, M Purdy reports on the Unionist reaction from DUP's I Paisley Jnr and UUP's Fred Cobain. Then R McCord comments on his unhappiness with the Unionist's response, he's too stand against the DUP in North Belfast. As former SB officers reject O'Loan's report a former Acc Chris Albiston would didn't speak to O'Loan outlines their position against O'Loan, he denies evidence was destroyed and says to get information they had to deal with paramilitary members. Albiston was head of SB when Haddock was an SB agent but he won't admit Haddock was an agent, he defends SB culture of extreme secrecy and denies SB was out of control, he defends R Flanagan as the RUC's leader. (Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06630 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9228 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 25 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of R Flanagan's denials of any knowledge of collusion, includes Spotlight interview off tonight's programme (see next DVD for full programme), this former SB Chief Chris Albiston remarks. Followed by former Insp M Hamill's comments. (10.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06630 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9229 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Jan 2007 | Duration: |
48 mins 15 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Spotlight Special: O'Loan Report | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Mark Carruthers he begins by reviewing the main points of the Police Ombudsman's report concerning Mark Haddock known as Informant One and the Mount Vernon UVF gang. With no serving or former police officers expected to face charges he asks the question where does the buck stop as collusion couldn't have happened without the knowledge and support of the highest levels of the RUC or PSNI. (Sound is low at the beginning probably a tape fault). First is a film report from Mandy McQuiley asks who is Mark Haddock and how did he and his gang manage to escape prosecution for so long. She begins by referring back to a Spotlight last year which interviewed CID handler Trevor McIlwrath, he talked about M Haddock then as a serial killer without naming him, she profiles how Haddock was recruited in 1992 as an informer by McIlwrath who details how that happened as in last year's programme, while Willie Young his associate being jailed but Haddock cleared off all charges despite him being the driver. McIlwrath explains how that was achieved, in the years that followed Haddock received £80,000. In 1993 Sharon McKenna was shot dead McIlwrath recalls Haddock admitted being the backup gunman, Haddock was arrested and taken to Castlereagh, questioned by his handler sand then released. McIlwrath says he told officers Haddock was guilty, he was surprised SB sent to such lengths to protect Haddock, no one has ever been charged with Sharon McKenna's murder. In 1990s CID intelligence on Haddock was ignored or destroyed by Special Branch (SB). Nuala O'Loan concludes this was not an oversight but a deliberate strategy, McIlwrath says it messed his head up. In 1994 Haddock became Mt Vernon UVF OC he was one of 4 informers in the unit, McIlwrath explains the power this gave Haddock in Mt Vernon area, and that he continued to kill people. McIlwrath said he had no control over him. McIlwrath says another agent known as "mechanic" was going to be sacrificed by SB to save Haddock from UVF suspicions. In 1997 Haddock and mechanic were involved in a failed attempt to bomb SF offices in Monaghan, Haddock had earlier given the bomb to his handlers to be made safe. McIlwrath recalls the incident and the bomb in his car. Haddock got a couple of thousand, McIlwrath says mechanic was compromised to take suspicion of Haddock, he explains what happened and how SB warned UVF men of coming house searches. In 1997 it was the murder of Ray McCord Jnr that was the catalyst for O'Loan's inquiry. Mandy McQuiley explains the circumstances of R McCord's Jnr's murder, then McIlwrath recalls meeting R McCord Snr and told him Haddock ordered the murder. Mr McCord then went to the Ombudsman's Office, McIlwrath explains why he didn't walk away from being Haddock's CID handler, he says he would have killed more people without him there, then next film report from Kevin Magee talks to Ray McCord Snr who reads a latest death threat against him from the UVF, one of dozens he has. N O'Loan confirms a police informer was involved in the murder of his son, at yesterday's conference R McCord says contrary to Unionist politicians views, republicans were right about collusion. Then K Magee visit's the family if murder victim Gerard Brady in Antrim, his sister Jacqueline Larkins gives his reaction to the collusion issue in Gerard's murder in 1994, the family feel betrayed by the police. M Magee then shows 17-4-2003 film clip of St John Stevens announcing he had found collusion in murder cases, then film clip of 17th May 1974 Dublin/Monaghan bomb which killed 33 people with Magee referring to the Barron report which alleged collusion between Sec/Forces and Loyalists. Back in Antrim Frankie Larkin says he wants the guys behind the scenes charged as they're as guilty as Haddock. Ray McCord Snr believe R Flanagan should be held accountable for crimes committed while he was RUC Chief Constable, lose his pension and Knighthood. Mark Carruthers then repeats the Irish For/eign Minister D Ahern's statement, he highlights the UVF's Loughinisland attack saying collusion goes further than O'Loan's report yesterday, in an interview he says we can't move forward till all these outstanding issues have been resolved. Ahern says none of these people must be left within the PSNI now as it's unfair to blacken everybody he says, he says SB lost its moral compass at the time, he rejects the argument SB were protecting more people then endangering. Ahern says the State can't go to the level of terrorists. Ahern comments on possibility of persecutions and praises Ray McCord's efforts and he won't personalise the issue by calling for R Flanagan to be held responsible but he supports H Order's views on the issue. Then M Carruthers interviews former Chief Constable and head of SB R Flanagan he begins by asking him is he going to resign from his current position in the Inspectorate of Constabulary, Flanagan replies there's no reason why he should resign, he explains his viewpoint repeating he had no knowledge of the circumstances O'Loan described, he rejects O'Loan's views junior officers could only do collusion if supported by senior officers, he praises junior officers for saving lives, he also rejects M Durkan's comments about his incompetence, as Chief Constable he says he couldn't know what was going on in every area, and he says this practice wasn't typical of policing approach. He credits SB with NI society being in the satisfactory position it is today, when asked about helping O'Loan Flanagan says he was with them 4 hrs, but over years there was incidents about which he couldn't recall specific detail. On the former officers who didn't co-operate he feels this meant O'Loan didn't get a full picture of RUC procedures, but he won't say they were wrong not to meet her, he's pushed on this point but doesn't change his view, but he shares Hugh Orde's views that evasive answers would be wrong, on how Haddock was protected for so long he says dangerous informers aren't always absolutely controlled by handlers. When asked will he apologise for the collusion on his watch, Flanagan says the definition of collusion that has come about since Jude Cory work is in virtually every case it's an act of commission and certainly not an act of commission of collusion, he now accepts this definition and condemns it. Flanagan then prises H Orde and doesn't feel let down by his comments, on a public inquiry idea, he says the organisation will come thru it with its head high and he would fully support and co-operate with it if it's called. Next in the studio M Carruthers talks to Nuala O'Loan, John Finucane son of murdered solicitor Pat Finucane, UUP's Ken Magennis, he asks N O'Loan should R Flanagan resign, she says that's not an issue she considered, she lists the failings then of senior officers that she had considered and cites one case of CID hunting killers in Belfast when SB knew they were outside Belfast, or of SB stopping arms searches, she interviewed over 100 serving officers who all said there were no policies, she refused to focus on one officer during this period 1991-2003, misconduct in public office is a crime but only if you have rules or policies O'Loan says. As late as 1997 chief officers said SB don't have to keep the Home Office Rules, there is no written trial taking that instruction to any one officer. He then asks John Finucane should R Flanagan resign his current position, he says yes as under his watch agents of the State where allowed to kill 15 persons are we expected to believe the head of the organisation didn't know what was going on, if he didn't know then that negligence alone warranted him resigning. UUP's Ken Magennis then refuses to say if he thinks R Flanagan should stay in his current post, he says he wants murderers brought to justice, but he questions the competence of the Ombudsman's Office, he says O'Loan has no investigative experience and her staff have no idea of investigating terrorist crimes, he doesn't accept O'Loan's conclusions which are rubbish he says. N O'Loan rejects his views, her staff have investigative experience in covert policing and anti-terrorism and corruption, the evidence in her inquiries is there in respect of SB officers covering up in each of the murders she reports on, to protect any future trial of the UVF killers she cannot reveal the evidence now, but she says the Chief Constable H Orde knows exactly who we're talking about, everything is in detail. John Finucane says a public inquiry at the minute under current laws allows the government to remain in control of all information divulged and that's worrying as SB worked with the NIO government Ministers and State agencies, a clear chain of command. Ken Magennis calls O'Loan a one sided truth commission, O'Loan says most of her complaints are from Protestants, he wants an inquiry into M McGuiness activities in Derry. | ||
DVD No. |
D06640 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9231 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 24th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
40 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
The Flight of The Earls | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 1 | ||
Description: |
This documentary looks at who the Earls were and why they left. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
366 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5482 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 24th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
13 mins 19 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
SDLP leader Mark Durkan has used Parliamentary privilege to name three senior RUC Special Branch officers in a question to PM Tony Blair. Ken Reid's report names the 3 who failed to co-operate with Nuala O'Loan as Chris Albiston, Raymond White and Freddie Hall, in this reply T Blair says he regrets any collusion that has taken place but claims changes to policing mean that cannot happen anymore. In a follow up question the DUP's J Donaldson defends the RUC's record saying they saved countless lives in NI. Meanwhile SF met Irish Foreign Minister Dermot Ahern to discuss the O'Loan report afterwards M McGuiness said he wanted those responsible brought to account. The UUP met the Chief Constable H Orde afterwards he said we need a way to deal with the past especially for what he calls ordinary people out there. Meanwhile the DUP and UUP blocked a debate on collusion in the Assembly next Monday. Then report profiles Albiston, White and Hall with film clips and examines the 3 officers statement in reply to O'Loan's report claims. Meanwhile the UUP has distanced itself from Ken Magennis view that the O'Loan report was rubbish, Fred Cobain described the report as creditable and accurate. Film report also comments on today's Policing Board meeting with N O'Loan, the DUP's I Paisley Jnr didn't retract his original criticisms. The Policing Board vice-chair Barry Gilligan comments, then SDLP's A Attwood's views. The family of Gerard Brady one of the victims named in the report are calling for his murder to be re-opened. Film report with Jacqueline Larking, Brady's sister comments on the 17th June 1994 murder, saying M Haddock may have been the gunman but the RUC investigators who knew are just as guilty. The Church of Ireland Bishop Michael Jackson has praised N O'Loan's work and courage, he also praised the majority of work done by the RUC and PSNI. Raymond McCord says PUP's new leader has refused to meet him. Film report ends early as tape ends. | ||
DVD No. |
D06640 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9230 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 24th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
39 mins 35 |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
The Flight of the Earls | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 1 | ||
Description: |
In Sept 1607, three of Ireland's Gaelic nobles Hugh O'Neill, Hugh Maguire and Rory O'Donnell left Ireland for exile in Europe, a voyage that changed the course of Irish history, a voyage known as the Flight of the Earls, this voyage represented the completion of the English conquest of Gaelic Ireland, with the Gaelic leaders gone the way was clear for the plantation of Ulster. To find out how this all came about the programme begins 10 years earlier to the beginning of a war between the Ulster Gaelic chiefs and the English, the narrator Antaine O'Donnaile visits Nth Armagh to review the battle of Yellowford when Irish Chieftain Hugh O'Neill defeated the English under Sir Henry Bagnall in 12598, it almost ended English rule in Ireland and made O'Neill known across Europe. O'Donnaile then tells of the events around the kidnapping of the Donegal Prince Red Hugh O'Donnell, son of Black Hugh O'Donnell Lord of Tyrconnell, as he inspected a merchant ship in Lough Swilly. The kidnap was panned by Sir John Perritt the Queen's representative in Ireland and by kidnapping Red Hugh he hoped to keep the O'Donnell's in check and stop any threat to English plans for Ulster. Spain was the worlds super power at this time and the recent Armada had made the English very worried about not being in control in Ireland, as Ireland had religious, commercial and military ties with Spain, through its Gaelic chiefs and it was Hugh O'Neill who was England's main obstacle, as child he had been raised by the English after his father and brother were killed by another uncle Shane the Proud, when he came of age he was given the title Baron of Dungannon and given the means to protect English invests in Ulster. In 1585 he was made Earl of Tyrone by Queen Elizabeth I, but O'Neill wanted to be next chieftain of the O'Neill clan, he was out for his own good not England's, he made alliances with the O'Donnell's, the Maguire's and McMahon's, then he executed his cousin Hugh, son of Hugh the Proud a rival for the chieftain title,. In 1590 the Queen summoned her Earl to London to answer a charge of murder, for his defence he quoted Gaelic or Brehan law, the Queen wanted him to use English law in Ireland but needed O'Neill to control Ulster. So he got off, he got a license to import lead into Dungannon while in London,. In Oct 1590 the English executed Hugh Roe McMahon and created the County of Monaghan out of his lands and divided it up. In Newry the main English family Nicholas Bagnall was delighted they hoped for more lands with the break-up of the Gaelic lords. In Nov 1591 Sir Brian O'Rourke was executed at Tyburn in London for helping survivors for the Spanish Armada and showing disrespect to the Queen, his lands became the new County Leitrim, all the Gaelic Lords were concerned. On the death of his second wife Hugh O'Neill eloped with and married Mable the sister of Henry Bagnall, who was furious when he heard. In 1592 after 4 years in Dublin Castle Red Hugh O'Donnell escaped with Hugh O'Neill organising the breakout. O'Donnell escaped with Art and Henry O'Neill, Red Hugh and Art headed south to the Gaelic Lord O'Byrne territory, it was a severe winter in the Wicklow mountains. Art died in the snow, Red Hugh lost 2 toes, 5 months later he was leader of the O'Donnell's in Nth Donegal. The programme then looks at Phillip II of Spain and his interest in events in Ireland and troubles in his empire. Spain offered to help any Irish rebellion against England. Hugh Maguire of Fermanagh was the next target of the English, Henry Bagnall and Hugh O'Neill led the Crown forces at the Battle of Erne Ford in 1593 O'Neill was wounded and withdrew from service of English he also sent his brother to help Maguire. Sir George Bingham also attacked Maguire's castle, and captured it. Maguire retreated and fought guerilla war from then on, helped by O'Neill and O'Donnell. This campaign is the beginning of the 9 years war. By Feb 1595 Hugh O'Neill was openly at war with England, he destroyed English Fort in Armagh, he retook Enniskillen Castle and at Monaghan Castle, the English including Henry Bagnall's relief column served after a scare. Narrator describes the battles events. In Sept 1595 O'Neill was made chieftain, the O'Neill. Early in 1596 Phillip II wrote to O'Neill telling him not to make peace with England but fight on. O'Neill, O'Donnell and Maguire rejected England's terms which allowed them to only pay lip service to the Crown and fight on. In Oct 1596 a Spanish fleet of 100 ships left Spain for Killybegs in Donegal, but a terrible storm destroyed 32 ships and drowned 2000 men. A year later Phillip tried again but this fleet was also scattered by Atlantic Gales. In May 1597 Sir Thomas Birr became England's Viceroy in Ireland he recaptured and rebuilt the Fort on the Blackwater River, Birr later got a fever and died. O'Neill pt the Fort under siege, Sir Henry Bagnall from Newry agreed to lead English forces against O'Neill, the narrator explains Bagnall's campaign plan but O'Neill laid a trap at a bog between the Callen and Blackwater Rivers. On 14th Aug 1598, 4.5 thousand English troops, meet the Irish army of 6,000 men, the narrator describes the battles ebb and flow, at Yellowford, O'Neill wins the day, 1400 English die, it was O'Neill's greatest victory. In Spain however King Phillip was dying, Queen Elizabeth was appalled, throughout Ireland the native Irish rose in revolt, but could O'Neill take all of Ireland. | ||
DVD No. |
D06640 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9232 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 25th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Interim Victims Commissioner Bertha McDougall published her report today recommending a special fund beset up for families of killed UDR personnel. Film report reviews Bertha's appointment last year by P Hain and the High Court objections by Nationalists groups. Her report today also recomemnds£2,000 payment to families bereaved before 1988 paid annually. Nationalist reaction comes from Mark Sykes who was shot 5 times in the Ormeau Rd Bookies in 1992 when loyalists killed 5 people, then Mark Thompson of Relatives for Justice says the plan creates a hierarchy of victims. McDougall's plan is deeply offensive he says, then Alan McBride whose wife died in the Shankill bomb in 1993 says all victims need help, a victim is a victim, the notion of hierarchy doesn't help things. In the studio B McDougall explains her report, she says she wants a fund to address needs right across the community, the UDR fund is only one recommendation, she recommends a forum be set up to deal with the past, she wants a co-ordinated approach to victims in services and funds. In the High Court today an application to change the name of Londonderry to Derry by the City Council was rejected. Film report on judge's ruling, then vox pop of peoples reaction on Derry's streets, the views of SDLP MP Mark Durkan, DUP's G Campbell and SF's Cllr Paul Fleming. SF holds its last public meeting in Derry tonight on the Policing issue before Sunday's Ard Fheis, film report on the series of meetings and newspaper adverts with Andersonstown news editor Martin O'Muilleoirs comments. Followed by report on last night's Clonard meeting with comments of MEP Mary Lou McDonald. An SDLP delegation has met NI Sec Peter Hain to discuss the O'Loan report on collusion. Film report with M Durkan's comments on SF attitude to policing. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06640 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9233 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 26th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 54 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
LVF Chief in Portadown Jim Fulton (38) has been jailed for28 years for attempting to kill 4 police officers and 25 years for murdering Elizabeth O'Neill in June 99. Film report hears he bragged about his crimes to undercover detectives, and then the reaction of Martin O'Neill, Mrs O'Neill's son. Fulton was also convicted of possessing the gun used to kill M McGoldrick, his co-accused Muriel Gibson (57) was given 8 years for hindering the arrest and prosecution of the killer of Adrian Lamph 17 April 98, PSNI Ch/Superintendent Arthur Provost gives his reaction to the convictions. The Court of Appeal has ordered that loyalist 'Mo' Courtney (43) must face a retrial for killing Alan McCullough. The CIRA has rejected an offer of talks from SF's G Adams ahead of SF's Ard Fheis on Policing issue this weekend. Film report on SF's overnight meeting with the public in Derry on Policing and the CIRA statement rejecting talks with Adams whom they call get another recruiting sergeant for the British in Ireland. SF's G Adams comments on the Ard Fheis vote this Sunday and the success of his public meetings on policing, then Anthony McIntyre gives his view of SF's position on Policing and DUP's I Paisley Jnr criticises Adams remarks that SF would put manners on the police. Then Ken Reid gives his analysis of SF's meeting on Sun on Policing and the likely reaction of the DUP's, and the likely date for the next election. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06640 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9234 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
17 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Description: |
This current affairs programme covered Sinn Fein Ard Fheis and its voting on Policing. It gives the political reaction from Sammy Wilson (DUP) and views from Martin McGuiness (SF). | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
366 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5483 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Description: |
This programme gives the reactions to the Sinn Fein Ard Fheis vote to support the PSNI, and gives an analysis from BBC's Mark Davenport. It also give the views of Jeffrey Donaldson (DUP), Reg Empey (UUP) and Alex Attwood (SDLP). | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
367 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5485 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
40 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Political Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of Sinn Fein Ard Fheis vote on Policing; with political reaction from S. Wilson (DUP) and views from Sinn Fein's M. Mc Guiness. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
366 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5715 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
52 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Steelchest, Nail With Boot and The Barking Dog. | ||
Description: |
Former Harland and Wolff shipyard workers from Belfast recall their jobs. (1st shown in 1986) |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
366 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5716 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
31 mins 56 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduction from Jim Fitzpatrick then 2 news report from SF's Dublin's Ard Fheis to debate supporting Policing in NI, reporter Denis Ireland reports from the gates of the Conference Centre, saying SF leadership is saying privately it expects the support of 80% of the delegates, for the motion backing the police and the rule of law in NI. Denis Murray also adds republican protesters at the gates have shouted insults at Adams and McGuiness as they entered the hall, then in interview PM Tony Blair says the next few weeks will be as important as the Good Friday Agreement, as we will know if we have a basis for future power sharing government in N Ireland with everyone supporting the police. Then it's back to Jim Fitzpatrick who introduces a live film clip from the inside of the SF conference hall, as the big debate gets under say. Then a film clip report from Martina Purdy looks at the protesters outside who greeted the SF delegates, with views of Des Dalton of Republican Sinn Fein, also there was Fair Willie Frazer who says Adams insulted law abiding community when he said he'd put manners on the Police. Then Martina gets the views of unnamed delegates entering the hall, followed by a film clip of G Adams and M McGuiness speeches, this is followed by a live report from BBC's political editor Mark Davenport on how the debate is proceeding and he reviews M McGuiness speech, and the comments of G Kelly on the on-the-runs issue, he says Ogra Sinn Fein is against the leadership motion. Jim Fitzpatrick then introduces a film report about what today means for G Adams, could any other republican leader have brought SF to previously unthinkable point of signing up the Policing. Rose Billingham begins in one of SF's recent public meetings in Cavan where Adams addresses a big crowd on his strategy. She then profiles Adams family background with he himself being a senior IRA man in the 70s although he always denies being in the IRA. IN 1972 he was released from internment to attend SF/IRA talks in London, Martin O'Muilleoir says Adams has been at the front line in this was and has won the trust of the republican community and he's asking for their trust on the Policing issue. Then Irish News columnist Brian Feeney says Adams began in the70s moving along this lines working with a small group around him. For IRA man Brendan Hughes recalls debates in Long Kesh, film of hunger strike protests and Adams takes over from R O'Brady. B Hughes recalls meeting O'Brady with Adams to try and stop a walkout as he believed in Gerry, now he says he was wrong. As IRA violence continued with incidents like the Enniskillen bomb, Adams began series of talks with John Hume. The Docklands bomb broke the PIRA's 1994 ceasefire and Adams was locked out of peace talks. Then another C'fire got him in again, his predicament now persuade SF to take seats in NI administration, he played up concession on prisoners releases, but decommissioning stalled things for 7 years. B Feeney comments on Adams strategy within SF, a vox pop of SF delegates all praise Adams foresight in moving the party forward, then M O'Muilleoirs comments on his next great challenge. Next Jim Fitzpatrick interviews SF's Martin McGuiness from the RDS and asks him is this debate just a cynical exercise to ad voice the republican struggle, McGuiness denies that saying SF has developed the peace process over years and this is to propel the peace process forward and remove NIO ministers with a power sharing government Within 10 years he says SF will be the largest political party in the North, today moves the situation forward he says in a dynamic way, he explains his remark that today is a big day for SF, but tomorrow is a big one for the DUP. Back in the studio DUP's S Wilson says today is not quite the day they have asked for because it's not just words that are required but evidence on the ground those words are translated into action, he points out that SF's debate is about supporting Policing as they say, only when the executive is up and running and agreement on devolution date for Policing and Justice. The DUP condition he says is also required by T Blair, B Ahern and all the NI parties that condition is delivery, he accepts a step forward has been made. S Wilson says he expects the government to call an election this week, but a March 26th return to devolution could be difficult he says, he hopes SF don't stall on moving forward to joining Dips and the Police Board. SF McGuiness then says SF needs words and delivery from I Paisley on signing up for power sharing by 26th March. S Wilson says Paisley has accepted a power sharing executive under certain conditions, McGuiness says Paisley's words have fallen short to date. Then Jim Fitzpatrick looks at the Sunday papers comments on SF Ard Fheis vote today. (Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06650 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9235 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 UK |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC UK News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(No opening titles) Reporter Denis Murray reports from the Dublin SF Ard Fheis vote on accepting policing, the vote hasn't yet been taken but he says the leadership is confident of a big majority, then a further report before the bulletin ends hears Denis Murray say the vote's been passed, he then comments on what happens next. (5.30pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06650 (Continued) | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9236 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
5 mins 13 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
SF delegates have overwhelmingly voted to support their leaderships position on supporting Policing in NI. Film report from Dublin with G Adams speech to delegates on their historic decision saying they have created the potential to change the political landscape in Ireland forever. Then political editor Mark Davenport comments on the vote and how it's made dependent on devolution being restored and an agreement on the transfer of justice powers. This is followed by a film report from Martina Purdy on the day's events in Dublin beginning with diss/republicans and Fair's Willie Frazer protests outside, then clip of G Adams speech and M McGuiness comments to delegates, then Mark Davenport's comments the likely reaction from the DUP. In other news the PSNI have shot and wounded a man in a stolen car after a chase on the outskirts of East Belfast. Film report. (5.45pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06650 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9237 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 53 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
SF delegates vote to support Policing in the North at their Ard Fheis. Film report from Tommy Gorman on show of cards vote, with a clip from G Adams speech after the vote, then analysis from T Gorman followed by a separate report on the day's events beginning with the protests outside, then SF's M McGuiness comments to delegates showed he expected victory, then clip of Southerner Paul O'Connor speaking against the motion, then Declan Kearney speaks for the leadership. Followed by film of the card vote. Then live report from T Gorman on the level of opposition to the motion, with most coming from Ogra SF or the Southern Cumain, he then says he expects assembly elections at the end of March. (6pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06650 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9238 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
As SF Ard Fheis votes to support Policing, the PM Tony Blair calls it a historic decision. Film report from Ken Reid begins with film of the actual card vote, after 6 hrs of debate, then Adams speech to delegates after the vote. Ken Reid then reviews the day's events with the diss/republican and Fair's Willie Frazer protest outside, then clip of M McGuiness comments that SF must boss policing, as SF has the political mandate. Plus film clip of unnamed opponents comments, the Chief Constable H Orde has welcomed the vote but he and the DUP both said the words must be followed by actions. Film report from Vicky Hawthorne with H Orde interview on the changes in Policing under him, then DUP's J Donaldson comments. Meanwhile at today's annual Bloody Sunday march in Derry some dissidents protested at SF's policing move, then live from Dublin Ken Reid gives his analysis of SF's vote today and the support Adams got and the low level of descent mostly from Southern areas. Ken Reid says today was truly significant. In other news a man was shot and wounded by PSNI officers in East Belfast today in a stolen car. Film report. (6.30pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06650 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9239 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
ITV UK |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
ITN UK News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of SF's 'historic vote' on Policing, from SF and Ard Fheis in Dublin. Film report from Harry Smith covers the protests outside the hall and then shows G Adams address to the delegates after the vote, then comment on elections following. (9pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06650 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9240 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
51 mins 28 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Steel Chest, Nail in the Boot, and the Barking Dog | ||
Description: |
In this documentary former shipyard workers at Harland and Wolf in Belfast tell stories about their jobs, their workmates and it includes old B & W film clips of bygone days when the H & W yard employed 30,000 people. This programme was first shown on RTE in 1986. It begins with an unnamed worker describing the poor working conditions he endured as an apprentice. Then after the titles a narrator details the history of shipbuilding in Belfast in the early days, with film clip shown of Belfast Harbour area today. Queen's Island was an artificial island dregged from the river and on it a home was made for more serious shipbuilding in the 1850s. The Victorian age saw big changes in the design of ships. Belfast prospered building these new iron ships, the success was due to two strangers to Belfast, one from Yorkshire the other from Hamburg in Germany, Edward Harland and Gustav Wolf. The film then shows a foot edge being used and this is a tool used even by ancient shipyards to dig out canoes. A retired worker then comments on the humour and character of a shipyard worker, with more film of the H & W crane, the workers comment on the shear size of the vessels, another workers says the men always wanted to do as good a job as humanely possible, as they all took a pride in the shipyard. A class of school children then talk about their fathers jobs in the shipyard, to emphasis the importance of the yard to its local area, the narrator then details how the influx of country workers in those boom years led to the development of the red brick hive of Ballymacarett. Some of those streets are shown on film, in one street Carnilea St off York St lived Belfast's famous fluteist James Galway. Film clip shown of Galway practising with an Orange bank while a man's voice talks about his father getting James a flute. Then a retired worker recalls watching the Rotterdam launched when he was 5 years old, he also recalls walking down the grand staircase in the Olympic as a boy of 8. Then workers recall the launch of the Sea Quest oilrig, black and white film clip shown, as the workers recall events of launch day. Another unnamed worker recalls getting his first job in the yard, thank to his brothers, another man recalls getting a job with his father when he was 14, he recalls the deafening noise, none of the men are named, he also recalls Belfast City Centre being black with ship yard and aircraft yard workers every morning. Still pictures of the crowded trams shown. Then more seasoned workers recall their first days work at H & W, they all recall the cold and its effect on them, then welders describe the lonliness of their trade, film clips shown, then another welder describes the effect of the job on your eyes calls the 'blinks'. It's not a very healthy job says one, you get welders lung. Then another worker describes having his finger cut off in one of the pressing machines, he recalls getting £112 compensation and the attitude of shock of his solicitor that he was going to claim. The next interview is with Tommy Patten who started work at 14 in the shipyard and ended up Lord Mayor of Belfast, he recalls the rivetters being the 'millionaires' of the shipyard, he recalls his first wage (6s 9d) and the sighs of the yard and its continuous noise, he started in 1928, he recalls the role of the pawnshop in the shipyard man's life and how the leading hand paid out his crews wages in the pub on a Friday night. The workers then recall some of the nicknames of yard workers and the reasons behind them, like Billy Bungalow, Wire Nail, Donald Duck, Washing Soda, Make and Brake, Stabiliser and one called Coal bag even had a poem about him, the programme has no shortage of nicknames, more like Barking Dog, Steel Chest, Foul Pest, Donkey Lugs, Buckets McGackey etc. In the barbers shop a former worker recalls lunchtime in the shipyard as being like Las Vegas with gambling card games etc, another man in the barbers recalls loosing a finger in 1956 and he got £250 for it, another recalls how they annoyed Muslims eating their rice by casting a shadow over it, which meant they couldn't finish it, he thought this action was funny and repeated it daily, he recalls an Asian on a luxury liner offering workers watches for £5 a time, which he had bought for half that price in Joseph Kavanagh's pawnshop. This is followed by a clip of school children talking about the H & W cranes Samson and Goliatah and how their grandda worked on it. Another recalls Goliatah was built in 1969 and Samson in 1974. He describes the abilities of the crane to lift 840 tons, the wind blows the drivers cab around. Fred Stewart a crane driver recalls one bad windy day and how the crane was saved. The conversation then returns to the bookmakers roll at lunchtime and the "rubbe dub" men or Crown and Anchor men's activities. Film clip shown of card playing, other groups also existed political groups, debating classes, bible classes etc, a bible class is shown on film. Then film of a launching shown as a singer sings a song. Followed by the recollections of a yard man's daughter on her father coming home and falling asleep with tiredness, she recalls his lunch was veda bread and loads of butter, and how his clothes were covered in red lead, photo shown of the family. She recalls he loved pots of tea and his musical abilities then on one night she remembers him coming in and starting to cry, because he has been sacked. The daughter has now married a shipyard man and she recalls the same smells now from her childhood. This theme is then developed as a yard man recalls being able to tell where in the yard a man worked by the smell of his boiler shit. Then a man who joined in 1944 recalls the Navy ships being built in the war, he recalls his workmate was a Catholic, he show how he was taught how to use a foot edge, and the tricks done on apprentices. Then the narrator describes the carpenters as the men who turned ships into floating palaces, in the heyday of H & W. Dick Wallace one of them recalls working with teak and the problems of that, the narrator then explores the shipyard comeraderie, the interviews a new worker and a man who's there for 48 years, both work together and comment on each other as workmates. Anonymous voices then talk about deaths in the shipyards, and what they feel about their fellow workers. | ||
DVD No. |
D06650 | Tape No. |
366 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9241 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 28th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Special edition of the Politics Show to cover reaction to day's SF vote to support Policing in NI, if power sharing executive is restored. After the introduction by Jim Fitzpatrick a film report from Martina Purdy covers the day's events in Dublin, it begins with the diss/repub protests outside the SF Ard Fheis with Adams and McGuiness called traitors on the way in, then Republican Sinn Fein's Des Dalton lists his objections to SF's policy, also protesting outside was Fair's Willie Fraser, he explans why he's there. Martina Purdy then asks SF delegates for their views on the Policing vote as they enter the building then she shows a clip from Adams speech, where he says SF can't leave policing to Unionists or the SDLP etc. Followed by M McGuiness who mentions the abuse on the way in, he says he comes from the IRA tradition who fought the British Army to a standstill, followed by clips from other speakers for and against, then the vote followed by Adams closing speech, on going forward to a just society, by taking control of our own destiny. Then live from the RDS BBC's political editor Mark Davenport gives a view on the political importance of today's vote and the level of support for the leadership, he does highlight the conditions that SF have put on their decision, that the DUP must accept powersharing and that there's a clear commitment to the transfer of Justice powers to Stormont, however the DUP is saying delivery must come first, Davenport explans some of the scenarios facing the government now. The next film report from Rosie Billingham profiles G Adams campaign to get the vote passed, beginning at one of SF's rallys in Cavan, she then profiles G Adams family back ground in West Belfast with photos and journalist M O'Muilleoir comments on Adams standing within republicanism and his move on policing. Columnist Brian Feeney says Adams began political moves as long ago as the 1970s, while in Long Kesh he began his "strategising", former H Block OC Brendan Hughes recalls the prison debates, then film clips of continuing major PIRA violence, the Hume/Adams talks, IRA ceasefires and then his decision to take Stormont seats. Followed by decommissioning debate, journalist M O'Muilleoir says he'll settle policing issue then hand over to younger leaders. Next J Fitzpatrick interviews SF VP Pat Doherty asking him is he now a PSNI supporter, Doherty replies by pointing out the conditions in today's motion saying the test is now on the DUP, he explains what SF requires from the DUP and the British government Fitzpatrick then asked the DUP's J Donaldson for his reaction to today's vote he says he needs to see the translation of SF words into deeds and wants to hear P Doherty say he supports the PSNI in West Tyrone, if he wants to be regarded as a democrat. Doherty in reply, Donaldson shouldn't question him about democracy as Unionists knew of and supported collusion for years, he wants the DUP to respond positively, then the UUP's Reg Empey outlines his views, the British want SF involved in Policing because now Unionist have a choice, Policing through the Stormont executive or failing that police through Plan B under Dublin and London, NI now faces a poll on 7th March without knowing what the Parties will do on March 26th in the executive, Empey wants the parties to say now which is their choice. SDLP's A Attwood welcomes SF's move saying it rectifies their error in opting out over Patten reforms, he does point out that the DUP still has a veto over Nationalist areas getting Policing control back. On devolution of Policing and Justice (P & J) Donaldson again repeats the DUP want actions not words, he asks Doherty will SF now co-operate with the McCartney family and the Police in solving that murder, he explans what he means when he says he wants delivery, Doherty is asked will this work now see a war of words between the DUP and SF, he avoids the question and critises the other party's stances, then says full democratic accountability cannot come without the DUP sharing power, otherwise SF will make and arrangement with the two governments and SF is prepared for either option. Fitzpatrick then Reg Empey about what will happen now, he believes the election will go ahead, he says the DUP tactics have backfired, but each Party should declare what it's going to do after the election, the SDLP's A Attwood explains the difference between them and SF on Policing issue as things now stand. Jim Fitzpatrick then reviews some of the viewers texts sent in during the programme. (11pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06660 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9242 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 29th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Paisley Responds to Sinn Fein's Policing Vote. | ||
Description: |
Ian Paisley senior sets out his stall in response to the Sinn Fein vote to support Policing. He also comments on the possibility of a member of Sinn Fein being justice Minister in a devolved government. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
367 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5486 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 29th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
19 mins 36 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
SF's G Adams says victims of crime should co-operate with the Police, it's the first time he has supported the Police. Film report from Stormont with Adams comments on Police and SF co operation, the DUP G Campbell gives his reaction, then DUP's I Paisley went to meet P Hain who outlined his confidence in the Parties moving forward. Meanwhile UUP's R Empey says Paisley must tell the people what he intends to do after the election on March 26th the SDLP's M Durkan says SF must fully back Policing as Nationalist community needs policing. Also today the PUP's Dawn Purvis took her seat in the assembly today replacing the late David Ervine, tonight the assembly will be dissolved. The next film report from F McKinney previews tonight's Insight programme in which Paisley gives his reaction to the SF Policing vote, it's welcome but they haven't done enough he says, he also comments on when he decided to go for a power sharing solution here. Next Ken Reid gives his analysis of Adams comments on policing today and how it ups the pressure on the DUP. Then film report looks at the reaction of PSNI widow Iona Meyers, to G Adams statement today, she says it was 17yrs too late for her husband. Also today Chief Constable H Orde says he wasn't surprised by the SF vote and claims it follows contacts on the ground over years between the PSNI and SF. But former PIRA prisoner Gerry McKeough says SF is now administering British rule in Ireland. Author Chris Ryder says the vote should have happened years ago, but historian Eamon Phoenix says the vote wouldn't have passed years ago. Then Chief Constable H Orde gives a current view on the dissident republican threat. The next film report is from the Bogside where a vox pop of local peoples opinions is tested, with most people supporting the move and one voice against. Back at Stormont Ken Reid says the parties are in election mode as they empty their Stormont desks. In other news loyalist Ahab Shoukri has been released on bail and ordered to live outside NI for his own safety, film report. Also in courts two teenagers were charged with attempted murder, Michael Topping and a 16 year old where charged with the attack on a 17 year old at Carryduff. Film report. The PSNI have arrested a man in their follow up to the murder in Keady of Tom O'Hare (33) and Lisa McClatchey (21) last November. Film report. Crumlin Rd Jail in Belfast is to be given a facelift. Next report hears from 3 former Stormont ministers Darren Nesbitt (UUP) B DeBrun (SF) and Sean Farren (SDLP) who all comment on what they think was the successes of their time as ministers. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06660 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9243 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 29th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight Special | ||
Programme Title: |
Paisley Interview about SF Vote | ||
Description: |
Introduced by F McKinney. In this programme he talks to the DUP leader Ian Paisley Snr about his reaction to the SF Ard Fheis vote on Policing yesterday. Paisley's opening words are we must have a settlement, this cannot go on and on. After the titles a film report reviews the SF vote yesterday with G Adams comments on moving their struggle forward, then SF's M McGuiness issues a challenge to the DUP on Mon 29th Jan being a big day for them as Jun 28th Jan was for SF. But Paisley says he has nothing to deliver he has delivered all his requirements he says but SF haven't delivered anything so far, just a lot of hot talk that insulted the memory of IRA victims, and plenty of false words now SF are on the spot says Paisley. The DUP strategy has worked he says, they told the UK people that until there was decommissioning and support and respect for the Police we couldn't have real peace. Paisley then gives his views on the word historic as used about SF's current vote, he says he won't share power untill SF fulfil their obligations, he says SF have put off their big decision by yesterday's vote with conditions his agreement with the government on powersharing has no value until SF fulfil their commitment, he wants actions not words, and full delivery he adds if we don't get it right now this country will be subject to still more mayhem. F McKinney then asks Paisley did you at some stage say to yourself if SF do all I want I will share power with time, yes says Paisley but the question is will they meet the requirements, Paisley says it was always his stated position he'd share power when SF done all he wanted, he says he talked years ago about SF repenting and turning, F McKinney quotes some of Paisley's more colourful references to SF over the years, then asks again when did you decide to power share with SF. Paisley said he decided we need a settlement this can't go on and on, and there seemed no way out of the impasse, he told friends we are not getting back to the old Stormont, and proper democracy, but there is a road we could take to proper democracy but SF/IRA must accept common decency, he says the UUP laughed at him, Paisley says he was facing up to the fact the present British government was standing with all the enemies of Ulster, including the South and the Catholic countries of Europe. Paisley says he trusts his decision are God's will and NI people have come with him on the right road, but he's unhappy IRA/SF won't come down this road by making a clean break, yesterday SF didn't support the authorities of the Crown in NI and Paisley told Blair that when asked could people trust him as First Minister despite his negative past he says he's nothing to sell, the NI people will decide not a TV interviewer, the people will trust him as before he says, he says RCs support his position and churches and his party trusts him. He comments on the position of DUP dissenting voices like Jim Allister etc. He's asked does he agree with those people who say SF are fit to handle Policing & Justice for a political lifetime, Paisley says he needs SF/IRA action on going away otherwise that could happen. On collusion issue as in O'Loan report, he says only a small number of RUC men were involved, McKinney says O'Loan only looked at a small area, Paisley said the DPP said there was no evidence, and he accuses O'Loan of leaking her report to Dublin's press first. Paisley then comments on the chance of an election in March, and of him eventually doing a deal with SF | ||
DVD No. |
D06660 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9244 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
32 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Is It Game On? | ||
Description: |
The programme begis with a film report about the Sinn fein Ard Fheis vote last Sunday and the delegates views.The journalists Darwin Templeton, Noel Doran and politicians Gregory Campbell (DUP), Reg Empey (DUP), Mark Durkan (SDLP) and Gerry Kelly (SF) all debate the cords of the deal. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
367 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5487 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
58 Min |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Hitlers Irish Movies | ||
Description: |
This programme examins how Hitler Propaganda Minister Joe Goebells, used feature films about Irish rebels to stir up anti-British feelings in occupied European germany. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
368 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5490 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 57 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
PM T Blair has announced NI assembly elections will be held on March 7th. Film report with Ken Reid comments from Downing St where Blair met B Ahern earlier, on the possibility of a deal failing. The latest International Monitoring Commission (IMC) report has said that IRA violence has been abandoned, film report on its 13th report with John Grieve saying the IRA is moving away from violence and corruption, the RIRA remains active and dangerous say the IMC and both the UDA and UVF have shown some postive signs but too little and too slow says the report. Meanwhile in Dublin SF G Adams says the PSNI has to earn the confidence of republicans for them to join it, followed by DUP's I Paisley comments on the R McCartney killing. Then it's back to London where Irish PM B Ahern comments on today's elections decision, then earlier press conference views of PM T Blair on why elections are to take place, to form a powersharing executive, this is followed by Ken Reid's analysis of the 2 PMs decision, and their concerns about the lack of DUP clarity on powersharing. The death of David Caldwell in Aug 02 by a RIRA bomb has been linked to the Omagh bomb. Film report hears that both bombs were similar devices as evidence given at today's inquest, his widow Mavis McFaul comments, the Det Ch/Insp Tom Woods comments. In Bangor 3 men have been arrested in PSNI inquiry into the murder of Mark Christie (33) in the Kilkooley Estate. Film report on last year's murder. Republican Sinn Fein says it's considering putting forward prisoner candidates for the March election. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06660 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9245 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 39 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In London Blair and Ahern announce Stormont Assembly elections will take place on 7th March. Film report from Gareth Gordon with T Blair's comments on what he wants to see happen after the election, but DUP's I Paisley rejects Blair's timetable and criticises the presence of Ireland's B Ahern who says if powersharing doesn't happen by March 26th the assembly is over and the governments will proceed with partnership arrangements. Then comments of SF's G Adams on republicans joining the PSNI. Followed by reaction of Catherine McCartney. Then film report on today IMC report on recent down scaling of IRA activity with John Grieve's comments. (10.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06660 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9246 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
31 mins 51 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Is it Game On? | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Mark Carruthers, this programme begins with film clip of Tony Blair announcing the assembly elections on 7th March, Carruthers then says in introduction will it be a vote for power or paralysis, he then details today's IMC comments on the IRA and SF. G Adams on the Ard Fheis vote all eyes are now on the DUP M Carruthers says, but what will the March 7th election result in. But first a film report from Andy Martin asks how did SF Ard Fheis delegates view the direction the party was heading in. The film clip shows Adams facing some venom from his public meeting audiences, but rumours of a great Republican rift were exaggerated, there was no walk out as in 1986. Then one of the McBride family who brother was killed in action speaks to oppose the motion, and gives an interview outside on why he's not leaving SF, he says SF has moved beyond Civil War Politics, the show of hands on Sunday night showed it all. Andy Martin says the SF decision to compromise shows SF can be in power and this is directed at the voters in the South. Gerry Kelly's speech says it's all about getting political power and making the struggle more popular, then M McGuiness continues the theme of SF's growing political strength, then Niall Vallely comments that Unionists are always cursed with having to defend, it's a win, win for SF he feels, then Barry McColgan of Ogra SF and Dublin Cllr Killian Forde comment on the policing issue. Then SF's G Adams called on young republicans to join the PSNI if they so wished, thus removing another DUP obstacle, but Adams was saying they'd take the next phase very calmly. In the next report Kevin Magee asks two observers for their reactions firstly the editor of the News Letter. Darwin Templeton says these are the factions who were always going to have make the deal, this view is shared by the editor of the Irish News Noel Doran who feels a deal is certain to follow the coming elections, sometime this year. D Templeton highlights the DUP need to see SF action on the ground. N Doran feels the DUP has some rocky times ahead convincing its supporters of the value of a deal with SF, then vox pop of people in the street on a SF/DUP deal. Then in the studio politicians G Campbell (DUP, Reg Empey (UUP), G Kelly (SF) and M Durkan (SDLP) are all questioned by Mark Carruthers on how they see things progressing now. G Campbell accepts the DUP is making progress with SF and says the lesson is keep making progress, but Sun only saw SF take a step towards accepting Policing not fully signing up to it because of the attached conditions, he wants SF to give evidence against rioters in Derry on Sun/night, SF's G Kelly points out DUP's J Spratt has called on ex RUC men to refuse to co-operate with the Police Ombudsman's investigating crime and asks Campbell about his dishonesty on Policing issue, and accuses Campbell of nit-picking, then Campbell replies again about the petrol bombing in Derry, he can't see how March 26th devolution date is achievable because of need to see delivery from SF. G Kelly against mentions Spratt views on Nuala O'Loan, Campbell replies. Then SDLP's M Durkan tells how the public vote will give a mandate for sharing in the future, he says SF have moved forward. Durkan says people can make choices for certainty in this election by how they vote voting for the DUP and SF means more spin. Then UUP's Reg Empey says the election was wanted by the DUP. Most people here want devolution he says, he critises Tony Blair for saying he could pull this election if it looks like there will be no sharing, as that is only giving DUP and SF and exit strategy. G Campbell is asked is the DUP seeking a power sharing mandate, he replies if SF come up to the bench mark of democracy the DUP want powersharing, but he can't see there being enough time before March 26th to achieve that. Campbell is then asked to comment on the IMC Report today, he says things are moving in the right direction but the 'settlement' must be bedded down in democracy. SF's G Kelly says his party strategy is about obtaining an United Ireland, he then accuses the DUP of again holding up the devolution issue despite SF's move on Policing. Durkan then outlines the SDLP aims in this election, improved public services, then Reg Empey refuses to agree the DUP will get bigger a the UUP expense. He recalls 15 years ago and the progress made herein NI, he rejects the idea of another SF/DUP ping pong schedule. | ||
DVD No. |
D06660 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9247 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Jan 2007 | Duration: |
51 mins 38 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Hitler's Irish Movies | ||
Description: |
This programme looks back to the Nazi era in Germany and looks at how Nazi Propaganda Minister Joseph Goebels and his dept used feature films about Irish Rebels fighting Britain to stir anti-British sentiment in Germany. Goebels was himself very anti-British but Hitler wasn't, he admired the British. This is a story of how the Third Reich held Ireland up as a role model for the rest of Europe to follow until they actually conquered most of Europe and they didn't want to encourage nationalism and freedom for small nations. The programme begins with a profile of Joseph Goebels, the Minister in charge of films since 1933, film expert Dr Friedemann Be of F W Murnau Stifing, Wiesbaden explans Goebels techniques, as does Rolf Giesen of Deutsche Kinematek, Berlin, who tells of the American films of the 1920s which influensed Goebels, the documentary then explans Goebels and Hitler's opposing views on what Germany's relationship with England should be using film clips of Goebels speechs, Rolf Giesen comments on the rivalries in the German government Then Eoin Bourke Prof of German at NUI Galway explans how the outbreak of WWII changed Hitler's views and he took the leash of his propaganda minister. Film historian Dr Felix Moe explans the difficult task Goebels had, then Rolf Giesen explans the types of movies they made, about the Stukas, and even one called Heart of a Queen about the struggle between Elizabeth and Mary Stuart with Eliz as the baddie. Another movie called Titanic (1942) film clip shown, also portraited the British system as evil, another was called Ohn Kruger which was the worst anti-English film made about the Boer War in Sth Africa, it had parallels between the Irish and the Boers, film clip shown, in it the British are shown as the inventors of concentration camps at a time they existed in Germany. Rolf Giesen explains, for Goebels twisting bits of other nations history was a useful strategy, Ireland was no exception, as a movie called Ireland - The Emerald Isle shows. Horst Dickel a historian from Wiesbaden and Dr Mervyn O'Driscoll of UCG explan. The German attitude to Ireland's question, before and after 1940, when Ireland became a back door into England, Pathe News of the time shows this attitude, the Germans used the Anglo-Irish conflict, clip from movie shown, Rolf Giesen profiles the films director and his knowledge of his subject, then Ruth Barton of UCG comments, the director was married to Goebels younger sister Maria, photos of Goebels with Kimmich shown, in 1940 Kimmich's 1st movie was an adaptation of the novel the Fox of Glenavron. Eoin Bourke describes its theme of armed struggle against Britain in the Troubles Times (1919-21) film clip shown, Ruth Barton comments on the love theme in it, Eoin Burke critises some of the weaknesses in the movie. Rolf Giesen explans the 2 movies casts were the best German actors of the time, to Goebels these movies were a big deal. Eoin Burke profiles the other movie they made Jews Suis an anti-semitic movie, the female lead actor in the Irish movies is also profiled, by the film experts, and why the Germans gave a high profile roll to women is explained, they wanted to make women more patriotic, Kimmich's 2nd film was called My Life for Ireland. It was about youth, Rolf Giesen explains the story, and Ruth Barton comments, with a film clip shown. The theme is about England trying to Angloise the Irish youth again with a love theme, and double agents, and glorious deaths, the documentary then looks at how Irish life and customs were seen through German eyes, with surprising results but did they get it wrong for other reasons. Rolf Giesen explains their motives, with examples shown, and Eoin O'Rourke comments on the way the British are shown, evil, bad dumb and deceitful and lying. Film clips shown, they tried to present the Irish as brothers and sisters to the German people but Eoin O'Rourke picks out some of the inaccuraticies of the German view of Irish culture with film clips shown of dance scene, which is nothing like Irish dancing, more Germanic, certain scenes also provided stark reminders of what was happening inside the Reich. Eoin O'Rourke explans a clip where British invade an Catholic Church this happens to Jews in Germany. My Life for Ireland was made in SW Germany using school extras Thomas Meyer and Prof Herman Gries recall making the movie as they watch scenes from it, then 2 other extras Dr Heiner Renner and Karl Kuhner recall their roles in the movie. After the break Dr M O'Driscoll says the reality was if Germans had invaded Ireland they would have treated the Irish like they did the Slavs in Eastern Europe. Dubliners and Berliners in the first half of the C20th both had a love of cinemas, Eoin Burke comments on the cinemas that premiered the later 2 Irish movies, then Dr Friedemann Bey recalls the Gestapo reports on how the public received them movies and they showed the propaganda wasn't being noticed. A German civilian from those years whose husband was in the Luftwaffe recalls her views of the Irish movies, when she saw them. In Maulbron Abbey in Feb 41, the extras got to see the movie, it was a success then for them and still is today as some watch it again. The group then discuss whether or not they were aware it was a propaganda film when they viewed it in the 1940s, the critics point out the characteristics in the movies of pride, courage etc were universal ones and not especially Irish characteristics. The Irish movies however portraited another message prepare to make the ultimate sacrifice for the Fatherland. Rolf Geisner agrees, the extras as schoolboys remember the sacrifice ideal, these films did play well in Germany, but in the occupied terrorises Goebels realised the message of these films could be counterproductive, Rolf Geisner explans the German dilemia, a report from the 20th May 1940 says the Fox of Caernavon film is totally unsuitable for a Polish audience, as the storyline could be misinterepted by Poles and Czechs to encourage their own freedom fight against Germany. On May 10th 1940 Luxembourg was invaded by Germany Paul Le a film historian recalls the efforts Luxembourg made to stay neutral prior to the invasion and the Fox from Caernavon wasn't shown in Luxembourg by the Germans. Even Goebels film 'The Titanic' ran into some problems, he wouldn't realise it in Germany as he was afraid the mass panic scenes could disturb the German public, during the allied bombing raids, things weren't going well at the front either and a huge sinking ship looked too like a sinking Reich. Meanwhile in Britain the Irish were being portraited in an all together different light, Ruth Barton historian for UCD says the Irish are portraited as betraying Britain by remaining neutral, Pathe News clip shown, then Horst Dickel, historian comments on the US and British press attacks on De Valera, who Dickel says never sympathised with Germany. Dr M O'Driscoll agrees, then a further Pathe News shown on the border issue. During the war British and US propaganda films were banned in Ireland, Ruth Barton previews the post war film I See a Dark Stranger (1946) made in Britain when a feisty rebel Irish girl is present as misguided, film clip shown. M O' Driscoll then explans Ireland's neutrality and how it worked against the Nazis and Britain. Pathe News clip shown of Irish defensives, to show how film can present different propaganda messages, the Soviets released Titanic in East Germany when they held it at the end of WWII as anti-capitalist propaganda Rolf Geisner comments on this phonemina. | ||
DVD No. |
D06670 | Tape No. |
368 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9248 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 31st Jan 2007 | Duration: |
39 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
The Flight of The Earls | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 2 | ||
Description: |
The documentary explores England's conquest of Ireland. The 9 years War up to the Earl's O'Neill and O'Donnell leaving Ireland. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
367 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5488 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 31st Jan 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 35 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A political row has broken out over SDLP claims it made sure Hugh Orde got the PSNI Chief Constables job. Film report says following G Adams remarks last week about putting manners on the Police, the Chief Constable H Orde has issued an email being critical of both parties for making insulting remarks. Then SF's John O'Dowd defends the criticisms of the Chief Constable over state murders, the DUP's I Paisley Jnr gives their reaction then UUP's Fred Cobain's views, the SDLP's A Attwood is standing by their comments they stopped the British government imposing an internal RUC candidate as an new Chief Constable. Meanwhile SF's G Adams has said anyone with evidence about the killing of Raymond McCartney in Jan 05 should give it to the police. Film report reviews McCartney family campaign. And Irish Justice Min M McDowell comments, then G Adams views, following by Catherine McCartney's reaction. Anti joyriders campaigns have called on the Government to close down a website which shows footage of joyriders, racing stolen cards. Film report with views of Kevin Fitzpatrick, whose eight year old son Kevin was killed by joyriders on 16/12/00, his wife was also killed, he wants U-tube film shut down. PSNI statement issued. In the Commons T Blair has said any links between loyalist paramilitaries and MI5 would be wrong and regretted, in reply to an Eddie McGrady question on collusion. Meanwhile Ray McCord has stormed out of a meeting with the Chairman of the Policing Board Des Rea. Film report with Ray McCord's interview in which he says he got no satisfaction from the Police Board Chairman on which police officers were behind collusion. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06670 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9249 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 31st Jan 2007 | Duration: |
38 mins 12 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
The Flight of the Earls | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 2 | ||
Description: |
This is the second part of a 3-part series which charts England's conquest of the Gaelic Chieftains in Ireland culminating in the Flight of the Earls in 1607. This episode presented by Antaine O'Donnaile begins with a review of the Nine Years War between the Gaelic rulers and Elizabethan England, the Irish were led by the Ulster Lords, Hugh O'Neill, Hugh O'Donnell and Hugh Maguire and despite inflicting a big defeat on the English at Yellowford, the Chieftains eventually lost to England. The 2nd Earl of Essex, Robert Deverieux, made Lord Lieutenant of Ireland and sent with 17,000 men to Ireland, he began by taming the rebellion in the South, he sent Conor Clifford to relieve a castle in Sligo but O'Donnell defeated the English column and Sligo Castle fell to the Irish. In Aug 1599 Essex took his army north towards O'Neill. At the border between Louth and Monaghan Essex met O'Neill and they agreed a 6 wk ceasefire, Elizabeth was outraged with Essex sent for him and had him executed for treason the following year. In Dec 1599 O'Neill moved south, targeting the Anglo-Irish families, internationally O'Neill was dealing with Phillip III of Spain who efferent help O'Neill, but that year no help would come. In March 1600 a new English Viceroy arrived in Dublin, Charles Blunt, Lord Mountjoy his plan was to surround O'Neill with a ring of garrisons. In the North Arthur Chichester and Sir Henry Dockra were gives missions by Mountjoy, to split the lands of O'Neill and O'Donnell. Meanwhile Mountjoy marched towards Armagh to build a garrison, but Hugh O'Neill in Sept 1600 repulsed him between Newry and Dundalk, Mountjoy was astounded by the Irish defences, he retreated to Dundalk, up in Derry events took a turn. 2 Gaelic princes Art O'Neill, cousin of Hugh O'Neill and Niall O'Donnell cousin of Red Hugh offered their services to the English, this was a pivotal event in the course of the war, their actions showed the inherent weakness in the Gaelic Irish factions, both men wanted to be their clan leaders. At Newry O'Neill retreated, Mountjoy followed him to Mountnorris and built a fort there O'Neill retook the pass behind him and blocked Mountjoy's exit, he escaped using Carlingford Lough back to Dublin. Mountjoy next planned to cause famine in Ulster, he ordered his troops to burn all the dwellings and destroy the corn fields. A Chichester using Carrick as his base ravaged Eastern Ulster and raided Western Ulster using Lough Neagh, killing man women and child around Dungannon. The English raids continued all winter, their methods were working. O'Neill needed Spain to act, 21 Sept 1601 a Spanish fleet reached Co Cork at Kinsale but were surrounded by an English force, Mountjoy put Kinsale under siege and sent for more soldiers from England. Meanwhile O'Neill decided to March south, he planned a surprise attack but the English had spotted his army and attacked first. The Irish were beaten at Kinsale in the middle of a fierce winter day. O'Neill returned to North but was still full of fight, O'Donnell boarded a ship for Spain, he met King Phillip and asked for more aid, Phillip decided to send 67 ships and 14,000 men to Ireland but before it was ready, O'Donnell was dead, poisoned it was believed by an English spy on 10 Sept 1602, this ended Spanish plans for Ireland. In Ireland for the 2nd year the English destroyed harvests in Ulster, Irish nobles began to dessert O'Neill and go to the English side, to save themselves. Mountjoy was amazed no one would betray O'Neill who had a reward on his head. O'Neill meanwhile called the Spanish to come and get him, the English continued to build forts, Elizabeth wouldn't allow peace talks. In 1602 Mountjoy took O'Neill Castle at Dungannon, O'Neill hid out at Ballynascreen with 200 men, Elizabeth ordered Mountjoy to offer O'Neill a pardon she was afraid of another Spanish army coming to Ireland. On March 6th 1603 O'Neill met Mountjoy and was given lands and pardon if he renounced the Gaelic title of O'Neill. In England Elizabeth died and James VI of Scotland became James I of England. In June 1603 he reaffirmed O'Neill as Earl of Tyrone and Ruari O'Donnell brother of Red Hugh Earl of Tyrconnell to the fury of Arthur Chichester who became Lord Deputy in 1605 and demanded more of O'Neill's lands and began harassing O'Neill and his friends on every excuse. Severe anti-Catholic laws were implemented, but 5 Nov 1605 conspiracy under Guy Fawkes saw Catholic position worsen. Plots to ask for Spanish help began but Treaty of Greenich in 1604 ended the English/Spanish war, O'Neill's problem increased his son-in-law wanted his lands detached from the O'Neill Lordship Chichester encourages him, the case was to be heard in London, James I was hostile to O'Neill however on this issue. O'Neill was warned not to go to London. On 4 Sept 1607, Rathmullan became focus, a ship arrived to take O'Neill and Ruari O'Donnell to safety but they had to leave their youngest son Con who was with another family he was later taken as a prisoner to the Tower of London. On the 14 Sept 1607 the Gaelic Princes left Rathmullan, it changed Irish history, they had planned to return, in England the Crown panicked that O'Neill escaped expecting him to start another war. | ||
DVD No. |
D06670 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9250 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Feb 2007 | Duration: |
35 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The first report deals with parents views on Intergrated education in Omagh. Secondly, Journalist F. O'Connor comments on Hugh Ordes criticism of Nationalism and Sinn Fein's Ard Fheis vote on Policing. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
367 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5489 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Feb 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 37 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then Nationalists and Unionists are at odds over plans in Dublin to launch a new committee dealing with an all-Ireland. Film report begins with SF's G Adams comments that the British government must recognise its role in collusion in the dirty war in Ireland, he had just met Tony Blair at No 10. Then report on All Ireland committee in Dublin with reaction from SDLP's M Durkan, then SF's M Gildernew and UUP's Reg Empey and DUP's I Paisley Jnr. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06670 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9251 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Feb 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 8 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson the programme begins an unique experiment in education, would more knowledge change our opinions about our favoured options for educating our children. With the recent McBain report on school closures and school sharing adding to parents confusion and distress, education correspondent Maggie Taggart examines a process designed to help parents make informed choices. From Omagh she reports on a questionaire asking parents views on sharing facilities to select pupils at 14 not 11, and schools offering 24 subject curriculum. New parents Lorraine Campbell favours integration, then Marcella Fisher is against closing down rural schools. Seamus McCauley comments on sharing schools and faith schools. At Omagh College 100s attend a conference to question education experts. Prof James Fishkin of Stanford University explans how a poll will measure changes of opinion during the conference, he believes public opinion should effect public policy. Film clip shows parents in groups discussing the issues amongst themselves, then each group gets a chance to question those who run the schools, at the end of the day there are signs of change, parents awareness of the changes in education rose from 22% to 50%, the percentage believing Protestants were open to reason rose from 36% to 52% and as for RCs from 45% to 55%, support for keeping things as they are fell from 60% to 43%. Then Prof J Fishkin gives his views on the results with a summary of views of reporter Maggie Taggart. To discuss the issues raised in Omagh, in the studio are Prof G Bain, Michael Wardlow of the Council for Integrated Education, Catholic Bishop Donal McKeown and the Rev Ian Ellis. George Bain begins by commenting on how confused parents seem to be on the issues he says debate and discussion can clear that up. He says his report is not very complex with only 2 or 3 big ideas which he outlines, he rejects the idea he came at this report from an economists point of view, but economics is part of the reason for changes, the overwhelming reason for change is educational. Michael Wardlow then says the changes are about making sure schools are fit for purpose academically, economically and socially, he accepts it's a good report for the intergrated sector. Then Bishop Donal McKeown comments on what's good for Catholic children, he says there's a huge sense of pride in the Catholic Sector, as up until Bain Catholics have almost had to apologise for Catholic schools, he admits Catholic sector will have to look at nationalisation of small schools. If you get a single education authority he agrees the independence of Catholic schools will be curtailed, he looking forward to engaging on the new ideas. Rev Ian Ellis says parents are willing to look at new ways of schooling children, he's concerned about rural schools which are vital parts of the community, he welcomes sharing schools idea, then Donal McKeown on faith based schools. G Bain comments on his plan for rural schools, he's not for closure but sharing resources if that's possible. Michael Wardlow then comments on bussing problems in rural areas and ways around it, children should be at the centre of education he says. They then discuss the issue of selection and how to sort it out, McKeown says we need political leadership, he compares 11+ to difficulties of 14+, M Wardlow then comments on removing academic selection and the current debate, he mentions 14 as age to move to, G Bain is against academic selection. Then Ian Ellis comments on way it appears Unionists favour the 11+. Then in the If You Ask Me Spot, F O'Connor talks about H Orde, the PSNI Chief Constable, criticism this week of nationalism and the SF vote at its Ard Fheis on Policing and the DUP's reaction to it. Comic taxi driver piece. | ||
DVD No. |
D06690 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9254 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 2nd Feb 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 24 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
An IRA super grass Raymond Gilmore has said he wants to come home to Derry. Film report with Gilmore interview in (1998) darkness shown and old film clips of super grass trials, he talks to Derry Journal. M McGuiness says he's under no threat, then SF MLA Raymond McCartney gives his reaction. Followed by the views of DUP's Willie Hay. In the courts 2 men were jailed for 13 years total for kidnapping Bobby Tohill in Feb 2004, even though Tohill appealed for leniency. Those sentenced are Gerard McCrory (34) and Thomas Tolan (35) two other men are on the run. Film report with Tohill's statement and Lord Justice Girvan's reply. Diss/repub says blast bombs have been left outside Strabane in a phone call. The Lithuanian Ambassador to Britain Vygaudas Usackas has visited NI today over concerns about 64 racist attacks on Lithuanians this year. Film report with interview. In Derry last night at the Irish St interface riots continued for the third night in a row. Film report with Nora Sweeney, a family support co-ordinators comments, then community worker Michelle Haydens views, followed by PSNI Ch/Superintendent R Russell's views. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06670 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9252 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 5th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
5 mins 52 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then Paul McIlwaine father of teenaged David killed with Andrew Robb (18) by the LVF outside Tandragee 7 years ago has met Police Ombudsman officials to question them about reports that they have linked Belfast UVF man Mark Haddock to the killings. Film report with Paul McIlwaine comments on protected informers, he was accompanied by the SDLP's Dolores Kelly. Relatives for Justice's Mark Thompson and Jane Winters of British/Irish Rights Watch. The DUP has asked its candidates to sign post dated resignation letters for the upcoming election. The party has also introduced fines for party members in its new contract, the government today has announced its protocols for Restorative Justice schemes. Film report with NIO man David Hansen's comments. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06690 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9255 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 6th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
87 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Bloody Sunday - A Derry Journal | ||
Description: |
This documentary charts the progress of the Saville Inquiry since 1998 from the point of view of the victims families, contemporary film clips and comments of Eamonn McCann, survivor Damien Donaghy and film producer Margo Harkin. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
368 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5491 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 6th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
86 mins 46 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Bloody Sunday - A Derry Diary | ||
Description: |
This programme is narrated and directed by Margo Harkin and it explores the progress of the Saville Inquiry into Bloody Sunday since Tony Blair announced the move in 1998. The programme also revisits the events of Bloody Sunday with old film clips, interviews from that time and interviews now with the relatives of those killed, who tell of how Bloody Sun affected them and their families and also their views on day to day events at the Saville Inquiry. The programme begins on 29th Jan 72 when Andy Nash married his bride Margaret in the Creggan, still photos shown, all of his 12 brothers and sisters attended the wedding. Andy then recalls the next day his brother William was murdered by Paras along with 12 other people and his father was also seriously wounded. A film clip then shows the 15,000 people gathering for the Civil Rights March that Sunday morning, at the edge of the Bogside the British/Army was waiting with barricades and the mood turned to anger. Film clip shown. In 18 mins the British/Paras killed 13 people and wounded 15 others. No soldiers were killed or wounded. Andy Nash then recalls William's funeral, with film clip shown. 6 of the dead were just 17. A film clip then shows Margo Harkin in 1872 an art student, she was on that march back then, with her mother and friend Catrina, she recalls water canon being used at the edge of town centre, film clip shows them in action, she went towards the high flats where her granny lived as tear gas was fired, more film clips of riots and tear gas. Margo film then highlights the two entirely different versions of what emerged that day. She shows the British/Army version where Para officers says the soldiers didn't go into flats shooting they only fired 3 rounds after being fired at he says, 10-20 times from the Rossville Flats, then a 1972 interview with Bishop Edward Daly hears him say no shots were fired at the army, not even stones were thrown he says the army opened fire at people who had their backs to them. A week later PM Ted Heath announced the Lord Widgery Inquiry, film clip shown, but Widgery ignored the evidence of most of the civilian witnesses included many of the wounded, after 17 days of hearings Widgery cleared the soldiers and condemned many of those shot as gunmen and bombers. Bloody Sunday and the cover up of that day affected the course of Irish history. Anglo-Irish relations were deeply soured, film clip of burning of British Embassy in Dublin. In 1998 Blair announces a new inquiry after 30 years of campaigning the families have a chance to hear the full truth about Bloody Sunday. Film clip shows Jan 2000 march, in which Andy and Paddy Nash walk the route for the first time since 1992. Each comment on their feelings and memories. Film of Lord Saville arriving in Derry, the families hold a vigil at the Guildhall on the night before the inquiry begins, film clip the next morning shows Tony Doherty entering the Guildhall with Patricia McBride, he was 9 years old when his father was killed on Bloody Sunday, he sets out how important the inquiry is for him and the City of Derry. It's 27-3-2000, the Saville Inquiry begins, film clip shown, then journalist Eamon McCann who was on the Bloody Sunday march gives his view on the Saville Inquiry as a good sign. M Harkin then profiles Eamon McCann's leading role in the Civil Rights Assoc (CRA) before Bloody Sun an interview from 1972 is shown, their peoples uprising was modelled on the Black CRA movement in the USA, from the late 1960s McCann and unnamed Unionist businessman set out their views on the one man one vote issue. After the 1969 riots with the RUC, the Bogside was a no go area, film clip shown of these times, with the comments then again of Eamon McCann, on the subject of the anti-state violence. Nowadays Eamonn McCann is filmed attending everyday of the Saville Inquiry. He comments on the 57 lawyers he counted in the room, many of them on 2000 guineas a day he remarks, he comments on people losing site of the personal human aspects of Blood Sun and instead seeing it as an "issue", Andy Nash and Liam Wray whose brother Jim Wray was killed on Bloody Sunday discuss on the 16th June 2000 how they feel about the Saville Inquiry procedures, and the evidence given to date, as it effects their families, a 1972 film clip of an injured man in hospital is shown he describes how he was wounded, and his son was lying dead beside him, with 2 others victims. The man was Andy Nash's father, Andy calls him a hero, then black and white photos shown. Then Margo Harkin talked to Damien Donaghy then a 17 year old and the first person shot on Bloody Sunday, he was throwing stones and recalls his shooting, with B & W photos shown. John Johnston (59) was also wounded at this time as he helped Damien. Damien then describes how BL/Sun has effected his life. M Harkin then looks at the story of Elena Burke photo shown, then 18 years who was seriously injured when knocked over by a British Army Landrover now looking back she recalls the incident with film clips shown of that day. Then interview with Fr Edward Daly at that time who recalls the Paras entering Rossville Flats firing in all directions, today she still thinks the same. The whole Para operation was deliberate murder, he explans his view, then Geraldine McBride recalls running in terror along Rossville St she recalls what the Paras did, film clips shown and B & W photos. Fr Daly recalls trying to escape and people screaming, a young boy was shot, he went to help him, he was Jack Duddy (17) he died. Geraldine McBride recalls Hugh Gilmore being shot B & W photo of Gilmore shown after he was shot, he died. Geraldine then recalls Mr McGuigan waling out with a white hankie and he was shot in the head, B & W photo shown of dead and Geraldine screaming. Then film clip of Fr Daly leading group with Jackie Duddy in their arms, he recalls the event, then Elena Burke recalls the ambulance lifting her and the ambulance having dead bodies in it. Margo then talks about tomorrow when she gives her evidence to the Inquiry, she's got a sick line as she doesn't want to do it, she recalls meeting Kay Duddy, sister of Jackie and broke down. Kay give her a hankie, it was Jackie's hankie, the same one Bishop Daly waves in the film clip. Eamon McCann then discusses the role of the 10 British Army and 1 RUC photographer present at BL/Sun and asks where are these photos, not one has survived apparently. The Paras got anonymity to give their evidence but Banty and Paddy have been checking out the ex Paras website for clues as to who they were, they say they now the Paras names. The got names from soldier AA who was the radio operator who gave the ceasefire order Rossville Flats, still photo shown. Eamonn McCann says the MOD doesn't want the Inquiry to succeed, he explans what he's hearing the establishment thinks of Saville. Part 2 begins in London, because the MOD won the court battle for their clients evidence to be heard in London's Methodist Hall at Westminster, members of the Paras and the British government at the time took the witness stand, the film crew talks to some of the Derry relatives who go to London for their reaction. Linda Rondy comments on her PTSD to Margo Harkin. On 12 Nov 2002 General Ford gives his evidence. Eamon McCann outlines Ford's comments on Bloody Sunday, about shooting selected ring leaders, film clip shown includes Gen Ford's remarks after Bloody Sunday. Margo highlights a recording of two soldiers talking about Ford's reaction which is played, then Eamon McCann read the soldiers comments on Ford who said well done First Para and on his evidence to the Tribunal, the relatives are glad to hear he has cancer. Then film clip of Col Wilford the OC of the 1st Para that day, as Margo recalls his role that day, then film clip shows his comments on Bloody Sunday about the casualties saying they came under fire, he says he hit 3 gunmen, but recovered no weapons, he says he has no worries about his action. Eamon McCann using a map shows where the Paras at Kells Walk fired onto people at Rossville Flats barricade, 4 people were killed here, still photos shown. Wilford was with these troops at Kells Walk, Linda Nash (Rundy) comments on the photos she saw of her father and Willie, photos and film clip shown . Eamonn McCann talks of Brigadier McCallan's order to arrest people and not conduct running battles down Rossville St, McCann feels McCallan was saying Wilford disobedied his orders that day. On March 26th 2003 Eamon McCann watches Col Wilford leave the hearing and comments on Wilford's evidence about his orders that day, the army helicopter film showed army firing on fleeing crowds immediately they leave their jeeps, McCann feels Wilford should be concerned. The days stretched into months for the familys, then Wilford's 2nd in command in 1972, Captain Michael Jackson gave evidence, he would later become head of the British Army retiring in 2006, his examination revealed the army's shot list which he drew up, it revealed 15 times the soldiers say they shot at targets with guns or bombs, it was all nonsense, not one of Jackson's list conformed to the actual shots fired on Bloody Sun, that hit or killed anybody. Eamon McCann gives his views on where this leaves Gen Jackson's evidence. It was Jackson's shot list that every British Embassy in the world used to defend the Army's actions on Bloody Sunday. One Para codenamed 027 was the radio operator that day, his account of that day claimed that his original statement to Widgery was changed. Eamon McCann says 027's evidence tallied exactly with what civilian witnesses were saying happened, but tallies with no account of his fellow Paras, he saw unarmed civilians shot dead and wounded say McCann so then must have his colleagues, that the heart of 027's evidence, he also says he passed the ceasefire order. From an officer but yet Paras in Glenfada Pk still continued shooting people, then McCann talks about the pressure and threats on 027 to withdraw, he gives the impression of a frightened man says McCann. Margo Harkin then reviews 027's evidence about the shooting at Glenfada Pk, civilian witnesses say 4 troops fired indiscriminately at these people hiding in the alley, Joe Mahon who was there recalls the shooting, still photos shown. He saw Jim Wray wounded and fall then a Para came over and shot him in the back, Mahon pretended to be dead, he heard the Para say I have got another one, Mahon also saw him fire at a First Aid woman. A film clip shows Joe Mahon being carried away wounded after the soldiers left, Joe Mahon recalls meeting the Wray Family. Eamon McCann and M Harkin discuss soldier 027. Margo then tells the story of William McKinney also killed in Glenfada park, he was an amateur film maker, some of his family films are shown. He also filmed Civil Rights marchs and this film has used a lot of his work, his brother Michael recalls the Paras leaving Glenfada laughing, and again on TV weeks later drinking beer defending murder. Somebody must be held accountible he says. William had his camera with him on BL/Sun but he ran out of film at the William St barricade, 20 mins later he was shot dead, his last bit of film was shown. On 14 Jan 2003 the PM in 1973 Ted Heath appeared to give evidence at the Inquiry. News reports shown, McCann say Heath's evidence was unhelpful to all sides, he resented being there, but he did confirm that at Cabinet level, shortly after BL/Sun a conversation took place with the Lord Chancellor who said in NI it would be legal for the army to shoot protesters who obstructed the army. On 2 Oct 2003 soldier F the most controversial shooter on Bloody Sunday gave evidence in an untroubled manner, he chose not to be screened in the Inquiry chamber. Author Don Mullan gives his reaction, then Michael McKinney says he killed 5 people, including his brother William, then Joey Doherty gives his reaction to F's evidence, he thinks it was F who killed his father. Don Mullan shows photos of the 4 people F is accused of killing, Michael Kelly, William McKinney, Patrick Doherty and Bernard McGuigan. D Mullan says he used avoidance answers to specific question 572 times over 2 days evidence, he and Margo discuss his answers to Seamus Tracey's questions, the families were however jubilant they had got him on the stand 31 years after BL/Sun. They have a celebration but Linda Wray can't go along with that idea she explans why, then Eamon McCann comments on the Saville Inquiry's last day in London, and the reasons behind it was established in the first place to boast the ongoing Peace Process, but he adds the truth is not necessarily a stablishing thing. After 11 months of hearings in London the Inquiry returns to Derry and Margo Harkin has to face up to giving her evidence, she recalls her original statement had one glaring omission and now she wants to deal with that. She recalls seeing two young men, one armed fired a shot at a soldier, missed and then an off, she is vague about where it happened on Rossville St or when it happened on the day's timeline. She revisits the area, then Eamon McCann says everyone knows a number of shots were fired on BL/Sun by Bogside people either the OIRA or the PIRA, he explans why people are reluctant to talk about it as we hand a weapon to the MOD, blaming the gunmen, Margo says apart from her gunman, two others were seen that day. Fr E Daly recalls seeing a gunman fire from a handgun he emphasises the need for the truth to be told, and a photo was taken of the gunman he saw. The third gunman that day was a member of the OIRA, he gave evidence to the Inquiry admitting he fired one shot at army who wounded Damien Donaghy and John Johnstone at William St, his evidence is voiced by an actor, he says all weapons were moved to Creggan that day, then he tells Margo the circumstances under which he fire, she questions his motives, he says if he hadn't of done it would it have made any difference, would Bloody Sunday not have happened, his shot had no bearing on that and most of the relatives families know and accept that he claims, Margo repeats no soldiers were shot or wounded and all the dead and injured civilians were unarmed. Margo is then filmed talking to her solicitor whom she tells she saw a gunman although nobody else saw him he tells her to give it, in her car she comments on her anxiety. Outside Guildhall Eamon McCann encourages her. Afterwards she recalls the soldiers lawyer Mr Glasgow commend her for her bravery on the stand, she says Glasgow didn't see what happened that day in the big picture, a generation of people decide to stop the army, like the gunman she saw, by any means possible, now 30 years later will we all get the chance to move forward. Outside Margo feels relieves it's over, later she meets Banty Nash who challenges her evidence, he thinks she is mistaken about the gunman she saw, he makes a great effort using photos to convince her of his opinion but she's sure she saw something happen. Then Banty Nash and his sister Linda discuss the possible outcomes of the Saville Inquiry, which they expect in October, and how they'll react to the Judges choice of words on the dead men's innocence. On 15th Feb 2004 it's the last day of evidence, outside the Guildhall Eamon McCann gives his reaction, a sense of relief and achievement on the part of the BL/Sun families. The very last witness of the day was the OC of the PIRA in Derry on Jan 30 1972. Eamon McCann summaries his evidence, the PIRA man says he was doing it for the families, then standing in front of the BL/Sun families Micky McKinney reads out their statement thanking people for their support over the years, he tells a journalist every second of their efforts was worth it. Inside the Guildhall everything is packed up. Margo says the Inquiry took 6 years and is expected to cost £172m, it's the longest inquiry in British legal history, will the families finally get peace of mind and justice for those who died. The closing film clip lists a photo of each of the dead and their age. Patrick Doherty aged 31 Gerard Donaghy aged 17 Jackie Duddy aged 17 Hugh Gilmore aged 17 Michael Kelly aged 17 Michael McDaid aged 20 Kevin McElhinney aged 17 Bernard McGuigan aged 41 James McKinney aged 34 William McKinney aged 27 William Nash aged 19 James Wray aged 22 John Young aged 17 John Johnston aged 59 (died from his wounds on 16-6-72) The Inquiry team retired in Nov 2004, to asses 14.5 millions words of oral evidence over 367 days, 1563 statements from uncalled witnesses, 110 video tapes, 121 audio tapes and 14,000 pages of legal argument the report has still not been published. |
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DVD No. |
D06680 | Tape No. |
368 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9253 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 7th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
50 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) & Tna G | Channel: |
RTE & T na G |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Na Molly Maguires | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) The story of one of the greatest injustices in the USA's legal history, ten Irish miners were hanged in one day, but were innocent of a crime. However, they had been organising union activities and strikes. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
368 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5492 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 7th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
40 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
The Flight of The Earls | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 3 | ||
Description: |
Coverage of the Irish Earls journey and seeking sanctuary, while back in Ulster their lands were given to Protestent planters. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
368 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5493 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 7th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 53 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then NI has been branded the most bigoted country in Western Europe. Film report on University of Ulster's findings after speaking to 32,000 people, a vox pop of Belfast people doesn't agree with the findings, in NI homophobia accounts for 36% of the population . Sean Morrin of the Rainbow Centre comments, then Eddie Kerr of an ethnic minorities support group comments. At the Policing Board there's a stand off this evening between the SDLP's Mark Durkan and the Board Chairman Des Rea over Durkan's refusal to apologise for his remarks about H Orde's appointment as Chief Constable. Film report with SDLP Alex Attwood's views, then the views of the DUP's Ian Paisley Jnr and the UUP's Fred Cobain and SF's G Kelly. In the Commons NI Sec Peter Hain has said SF are delivering on Policing. Film report from Ken Reid, but SDLP's A McDonnell asks the government to look at a Plan B as the DUP won't deliver a deal with SF he says, the DUP's Wm McCrea calls for SF to do much more about giving information on IRA terrorist crimes. Meanwhile the UUP's Slyvia Herman asked about the merger of NI's Asset Recovery Agency into the British one. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06690 | Tape No. |
367 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9256 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 7th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
50 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
TNG |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
NA Molly Maguires | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) This programme tells the story of what is called the greatest injustice ever witnesses in the USA when 10 miners were hanged in one day, all the miners were Irish from Pennsylvania, who were involved in organising strikes for better working conditions in the C19th in the USA. Programme begins with the narrator explaning the mining industry in North Eastern Pennsylvania's growth to feed America's insatiable appetite for energy, the mine owners operated with no employment laws in place, it made millionaires out of mine owners. Leo Ward describing coal marketing and speculating on land, then John Eliott describes the importance this area at that time, conditions for miners were tough miners crushed in rock falls had their bodies deposited outside their doors with no explanations, and 3 miners died every 2 days during the coal boom. In the anthracite regions towns mine bosses had secondary businesses of "mining the miner", they owned his house, the place he shopped, Howard Crow author of the Guide to the Molly Maguires explains how this worked. Joe Wayne of the Ancient Order of the Hibernians explans the exploitative credit systems coal companys used to keep a hold on miners. Professor Richard Pawling of Penn State Univ in Pennsylvania comments on the role of women, many had big families and worked in mills around Scranton, for 12 hours a day, still photos shown. If mining was cruel to men and women it was tragic for children, they guided mule trains to the surface, 7 or 8 year old worked sorting coal, photos of breaker boys shown. Joe Wayne and Richard Pawling comments on the day to day conditions. One of mine owners Asa Packer did contribute half a million dollars to Lehigh University for Education, but in the most homes of mine owners there was little respect for mine workers or their children. Most of the miners came from the Welsh Valleys, but Irish and English with no mining experience were also sought after, the Welsh however were the experts and ended up the bosses. Stu Richards explans how it worked out, the Irish coming in after the 1840s famine influx, they were despised by much of American society, little literacy and no industrial skills. American nativists saw these Irish as a threat to white Anglo Saxon traditions, they accussed the English of dumping their waste on them, and characterised the Irish and lazy and drunks who were violent and Papists, these carricatures were spread by rascist groups like the Know Nothings who accused the Irish and the Chinese of mutating US society, but the Irish were tolerated because that way Americans didn't have to do the dangerous jobs of mining, canal building and laying railways The Irish were however set apart from the Welsh and English miners by experience, religion and rascism and both sides formed gangs to protect themselves. The Irish miners felt exploited by the Welsh and English, Joe Wayne explans one of the ways this would happen. From time to time mine bosses were attacked, observes wondered was it spontaneous but the Irish had a reputation for being organised in their response to exploitation. Howard Crown comments that most attacks were on Welsh mine bosses, rumours spread the AOH was behind the attacks. Faced with danger in a new life all emmigrants found comfort in their religions. The Irish formed societies offering help to the communities, societies like the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH). In 1857 Bannan a journalist and newspaper owner from Wales describes the Molly Maguires as a secret Catholic society within the AOH, this is the first written mention of the Mollys in America. Back in Ireland peasants had formed secret societies and attacked landlords and their agents, one of these groups disguised themselves in women's clothing, they were called the Molly Maguires after a widow who resisted a landlord. Bannan and the Welsh bosses believed the Molly Maguires had re-established in Pennsylvania. With the civil war came conscription of the Irish into the armies of the North and South, they were expected to die as cannon fodder yet were denied basic civil rights. The middle class was against conscription, one of then was John "Black Jack" Kehoe, former miner and saloon operator, he was appointed Constable of Girardsville and was known as a champion of labour his bar is still with the family today. With great grandson Joe Wayne the owner, he talks about the conscription riots and the Irish attitude to conscriptions explained with opposition hardening after the civil war casualties, there were riots in the mining areas with owner George Smith murdered in one riot. Ben Bannan accused the Molly Maguires of the murder and the New York Times carried the story. The Molly Maguires were now a national threat. At the end of the civil war the price of coal dropped and so did miners wages and safety standards, 110 miners died in the Avondale fire, the Mollies were blamed, but Pennsylvania's governor didn't believe it, he blamed the negligent mine owners. The Avondale fire turned miners towards the idea of a union, the Working Men's Benevolent Assoc was formed despite unions being illegal at the time. Richard Pawling recalls the divide and conquer tactics of the mine owners at that time. On the bosses side Franklin Gowen was organising capitalism, he offered an organisation controlling coal from mining to distribution, he organised railroad companies to put up transport costs and forced smaller mines to sell to corporations, his one obstacle was miltant labour. The Working Men's Benevolent Assoc (WMBA) prepared for its long strike of 1874, which lasted6 months, the owners didn't give in, and when the mines reopened miners were paid half what they earned 5 years before. Many workers seen violence as their only answer, the Irish were again marginlised by authorities. A brawl between Irish and Welsh firemen saw the Mayor of Mahoney City George Major shot and mine supervisor Welshman P Jones killed. Bannan and Gowen blamed the Mollies who were used as a scapegoat. On Oct 9th 1875 Irishman John Heffernan tried to shoot Daniel Willliams, Irishman Richard Finnan was killed, James Johns from Wales was shot, Buff Lowlors Tavern was fired at, the Mollies were blamed because the Reading Coal and Iron Company wasn't doing well. F Gowen became head of campaign against the Molly Maguires, he pressurised his friend A bishop Woods of Philadelphia, the Catholic Church wanted acceptance, the idea of harbouring secret societies was anathema. In 1875 the Catholic Church excommunicated the Mollies, Gowen was a Catholic. The Church also got the AOH to suspend its operations in the coal fields. Trials were now planned using perversion of justice prosecutions, dozens were arrested and jailed, which included Jack Kehoe, the Constable of Girardsville. Joe Wayne details how the trials were rigged and unfair and the role of Pinkerton agents is mentioned, the star witness was James McParland one such undercover agent. Trials degenerated in to farces, the result being 10 men were sentenced to hang on 27th June 1877. Betty Lou McBride recalls the condemned man's hand print of Alexander Campbell and tells its amazing story. At the day of execution the Catholic Church excommunicated the condemned men. It was said the trials were a travesty, the coal bosses got the convictions and Pennsylvania provided the courtroom and the gallows. The hanged men were Yellow Jack Donohue, Alex Campbell, Ed Kelly, Michael Doyle followed by 6 more men at Pottsville. Over the next 2 years 10 other hangings took place including John Kehoe, he was accused of killing Frank Langdon and was the 20th hanging. Gowen wanted him hanged believing Kehoe to be the king of the Mollies, Langdon never said Kehoe attacked him in his statement. Joe Wayne explans the evidence against Kehoe was solely circumstantial. Donohue admitted the Langdon murder but his evidence was ignored and the coal bosses got a board of pardons decision overturned, Joe Wayne explans. Jack Kehoe and the relatives of other Mollies still continue to seek justice. On Jan 11th 1979 the governor of Pennsylvania pardoned Jack Kehoe. F Gowen's empire collapsed 4 years after J Kehoe's hanging, Howard Crow explans now. In 1889 Gowen committed suicide, Alan Pinkerton of the Pinkerton Agency later admitted AOH members had been murdered. James McParland remained an agent until the 1907 trial of the United Mine Workers when he unmasked as a liar. In 1890 the United Mine Workers of America called a strike for pay and conditions. By 1930 the Irish dominated the coal mining industry and participating in the trial and imprisonment of Slav and Italian miners on the same flimsy evidence used against the Mollies. Now the mines are closed and visited only by tourists even today the Molly Maguires can still raise tempers as the narrator explans, then the contributors give their summing up. | ||
DVD No. |
D06690 | Tape No. |
368 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9257 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 7th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
39 mins 16 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
The Flight of the Earls | ||
Programme Title: |
Part 3 | ||
Description: |
Programme begins with presenter Antoine O'Donnaile at the side of Hugh O'Neill's grave, born in Dungannon in 1550, he became one of the most powerful Gaelic leaders ever, he's buried however in Rome dying on the 20th July 1618, this programme is the story of how that happened, a story that shaped the destiny of modern Ireland. After the titles A O'Donnaile reviews Ireland at the end of the 1500s, It was torn apart by way as the English tried to impose English rule over all of Ireland. In the 9 years war the Gaelic Lords led by Hugh O'Neill, Red Hugh O'Donnell and Hugh Maguire had been engaged in a struggle for survival. The Irish and their Spanish allies lost the pivotal battle of Kinsale in 1601 and eventually the war with Red Hugh and H Maguire dead the Gaelic order seemed over. However the Treaty of Melefont which ended the Anglo-Spanish war in 1603 saw Hugh O'Neill pardoned by the Crown and able to keep most of his land, but for the next 4 years Arthur Chichester who became Lord Deputy of Ireland began to undermine O'Neill's position by 1607 the Gaelic Lords had lost power, property and religious freedom and they were fearful they would lose their lives. On 14 Sept 1607 Hugh O'Neill, Ruari O'Donnell and Connaith Maguire left for Spain, they hoped to return with military and a scholar with them kept a journey of the voyage, called the Flight of the Earls. But the Earls ended up in Northern France not Spain, then they went to Spanish controlled Flanders, in Loeuver, which in 1607 had a large Irish community, including an Irish college founded in May 1607, it was here the Irish language was first published using a printing press. But their story in Flanders caused diplomatic problems, Flanders ruler was Albert Archduke of Austria who was married to Isabella, sister of Phillip III of Spain, he was engaged in peace talks with Protestant Holland who was backed by England. King James wanted European leaders to shun the Earls and issued his version of events in Ireland. In Spain Phillip III ordered the Earls to write to him about their plans and he would respond. The Earls implored Spain give them arms and men to return to Ireland and win it for Catholicism. Back in Ireland a grand jury chaired by Gaelic Lord Cathir O'Doherty who had fought for England, condemned the Earls as traitors and the lands of O'Neill, O'Donnell and Maguire were given to the English Crown. In mid December, the Archduke tells the Earls to leave Flanders, after an appeal to Phillip in Spain, he advises them to travel to Rome, they leave on 28 February 1608 for Milan. The Spanish Ambassador in England warned Phillip the English wanted to kill O'Neill, eventually the Earls reached Nancy ruled by Duke Charles III, but the English had told the Duke he wouldn't be considered a friend if he let the Earls pa the Duke received the Irish with hospitality, paying their expenses. 2 months later the old Duke died, the English ignored his major funeral because he feted the Earls, the Earls headed across into modern day Germany. These areas were dangerous as they had become Protestant, it was the same in Switzerland, until they reached Catholic Lucerne (slight fault on film here is BBC's broadcast fault) where people lined the street to greet them. On St Pat's Day 1608 as they crossed the Devils Bridge in the Alps a pack horse carrying all of O'Neill's money fell into the river and was lost, they head on down the Alps to Milan, arriving Sunday 23rd March, Milan is controlled by the Spanish. The English knew about O'Neill's reception in Milan, their ambassadors letter to James is read out, then the Count de Feuntes letter to Phillip III is read out. While in Milan the Earls visited all the holy places, but they were anxious as Phillip hadn't even replied to their letter from Louever 4 months earlier, and they wanted to go Madrid not Rome. After being persuaded by the Count de Feuntes they reluctantly go the Vatican. Back in Ireland on the 18th April 1608, Cathir O'Doherty who had previously been the "Queen's O'Doherty" was driven into rebellion after the English leader in the NW punched O'Doherty, O'Doherty killed George Paulett and the rebellion grew. Meanwhile the Earls had reached Assisi the Monastery of St Francis. The Earls were still unaware of the drama in Ireland, which spread Armagh amid rumours O'Neill was coming back. Meanwhile the English ambassador to Venice describes in a letter O'Neill entering Rome, the narrator visits the palace in which the Earls stayed while in Rome. In June 1608 Phillip learned of C O'Doherty's rebellion in Ireland, news eventually reached Earls in Rome, they wrote again to Phillip in Spain but in Ireland Sir Arthur Chichester defeated the rebels and killed any survivors, including O'Doherty the rebellion was over. In Rome more bad news for O'Neill, Ruairi O'Donnell the Earl of Tyrconnell took a fever and died, a letter describes his funeral, the narrator visits his grave in Rome. In the following months 4 more of the Earls group would die including C Maguire and R O'Donnell's brother Cathir, then the following summer O'Neill's son Hugh died. Back in Ireland O'Doherty's defeat meant the last lands held by the native Irish in the North were lost to the Crown for plantation, Chichester go 1000 acres around O'Neill's Dungannon and the whole Innishowen peninsula. In Jan 1609 James ordered Irish lands be given to loyal subject from England and Scotland. Meanwhile many of the defeated rebels continued to live and operate as bandits in the woods and mountains of Ulster, they were seen as a threat to the plantation and the still held out hope O'Neill would return. From Rome O'Neill was still pleading with Phillip III for assistance, it was 2 years since his Loevers letter before. Phillip issued his instructions rejecting military aid idea. O'Neill was to stay in exile in Rome. Meanwhile in Ireland Chichester's violent policies against Catholics was causing great resentment, to try to calm Ireland King James approached O'Neill in the summer of 1613 offering talks, O'Neill is suspicious and asks Spain to be his guarantor of safety at the talks, Spain delays replying and as things calm in Ireland, O'Neill is no longer needed. In May 1615 O'Neill began one last attempt to return home but the Spanish ordered him to stay in Rome, O'Neill realised his reconquering of Ireland would never happen. On 20 July 1616 he died in Rome. Narrator sums up O'Neill's legacy and how this period in our history effected Europe. | ||
DVD No. |
D06700 | Tape No. |
368 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9259 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
As an election looms Ian Paisley Senior(DUP) is ambigious about forming a government with Sinn Fein. He denies internal disent exists in the DUP. Also there is a report on the ten best political slogins in Ireland over the last ten years with E. Phoneix, B. Feeney and A. Kores views. Finally we get the views of N. Long from the Alliance Party's views on the election. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
369 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5494 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson as an election looms closer the DUP's I Paisley Snr in an interview outlines what's he's asking people to vote for on March 7th, his ambiguous about forming a powersharing government with Sinn Fein and seems to raise more hurdles for SF, he maintains that SF have not delivered anything yet, he calls Blair and Ahern a couple of dictators and he won't be forced into partnership by them, he says the dates set are the government dates not his, and he believes the NI people will support him again, he repeats SF must deliver but he doubts there's enough time before March 26th, but it's a possibility, under the St Andrews Agreement he says dates aren't mentioned, the IRA must deliver he repeats. Paisley won't reveal any of the contents of his manifesto, but denies it won't be vague, he says what's wrong with this country is that the two governments are trying to make him take into government people who have not forsworn their violence, if you don't do this you'll pay more for your water, Paisley wants Adams to tell the Police about IRA murders, he also quotes the McCartney case, he rejects P Hain view that all remaining obstacles to devolution have been removed. On the matter of internal DUP dissention, Paisley rejects Thompson's remark that pre-signed resignation letters and party fines are a fascist control, Paisley won't discuss the issue of £20,000 fines. Paisley says he has succeeded in getting the forces of IRA/SF into complete disarray and Catholic people ring him and say don't give into them. Thompson asks him with hindsight was Sunningdale a good thing, Paisley says the people backed him and will again and again. The next report from Martina Purdy previews the H & M best 10 political slogans, No 10 1886 Gladstone's think well think wisely, E Phoenix comments, then B Feene, No 9 Ulster will fight, Ulster will be right 1886 Lord R Churchill comments of A Kane, No 8 Home Rule is Rome Rule, E Phoenix comments, No 7 Not an Inch, James Craig, No 6 One Man One Vote, the Civil Rights Assoc, No 5 Vote Early Vote Often, A Kane comments on electoral fraud issue, then E Phoenix, No 4 Dublin Is Just a Sunningdale Away, the Utd Ulster Unionist Council 1974, No 3 'Brits Out' SF slogan, No 2 Tiocfaidh Ar La, Our Day will Come, SF slogan, No 1 Ulster Says No 1986 E Phoenix comments. Then in the next interview Noel Thompson interviews the Alliance Party's dep/leader Naomi Long on their party's campaign in the upcoming election, she attacks the UUP's relevance and rejects Thompson's analysis of a declining Alliance vote, she believes the Alliance Party fortunes will turn in key constituencies, she believes the new votes are coming from people looking for an alternative to tribalism, the Alliance message is as current now as it was in 1970 she says, that means co-operation not segregation. She talks about the costs of division financially and socially right down to bus stops. We need to create shared space she says, sectarianism isn't just a working class community problem. Then comic taxi driver routine 29m46 | ||
DVD No. |
D06690 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9258 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 9th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 42 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In Newry Stephen Loughran (41) was stabbed to death by a teenager after his 8 years old son was assaulted. Film report of the Derrybeg killing of the father of four, with eyewitness Francis Harte's account and journalist Donal O'Reilly of Newry Democrat's reaction. Then local SF Cllr Marian Mathers calls for support for the PSNI inquiry into the murder. The DUP has agreed its election manifesto but in Ballymena 7 DUP Cllrs says they won't campaign for I Paisley as they reject the St Andrews Agreement. Film report from Ken Reid on the internal DUP trouble, with I Paisley's reaction, then K Reid says last night all 46 DUP candidates sign a post dated resignation letter and accepted internal fines. Then the UUP's Reg Empey gives his reaction to the internal DUP changes. Ken Reid that previews the upcoming election campaign. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06700 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9260 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 12th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Deal Or No Deal | ||
Description: |
Firstly we see a film report on the current political position. Republicians Paul McGlinchey and L. McKeown give their views on Sinn Fein's policing moves. Then Politicians Arene Foster (DUP), Gerry Kelly (Sinn Fein), Fred Coban (UUP) and Alex Attwood (SDLP) debate the prospects of what is likely to happen next. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
369 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5495 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 12th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 57 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Deal or No Deal? | ||
Description: |
With parties now nominating candidates for the upcoming important election which may or may not lead to the restoration of devolution in NI, F McKinney introduces an opening film report from Sharon O'Neill on the main election question will the DUP go into a power sharing government with SF on March 26th, the bread and butter issues like a rates overhall or water rates, are taking seen as important but and agreement on Policing & Justice needs to be made before any of these can be dealt with. S O'Neill reviews last weekends SF Ard Fheis vote to back Policing in NI and says it came at a price, she interviews republican Paul McGlinchey who's quit the party over Policing an d is standing as an independent, then republican hunger striker Lawrence McKeown gives his views, also within the DUP is some internal dissent over the idea of powersharing with republicans. N Dodds MP comments on not devolving Police & Justice for a very long time to stop any SF influense on it. Then back in the studio, A Foster (DUP), G Kelly (SF), F Cobain (UUP) and A Attwood (SDLP) are asked is there any point in this election after N Dodds comments on Policing & Justice devolution. G Kelly (SF) says it was the DUP who demanded this election, and if we are not going back to powersharing then there's no point in it. F Cobain (UUP) says it has to succeed to deal with peoples fears on rates etc. A Attwood (SDLP) says people want government restored but the DUP/SF won't do that people must vote SDLP to make sure it's restored. A Foster (DUP) says there is a point to the election but only if there's delivery on establishing a lasting environment for devolution, build on democracy. F McKinney then asks the panel about the On The Runs issues which has reappeared this week. A Attwood says 18 months ago people here rejected any deal for On the Runs or State killers, it's not acceptable now either he claims. G Kelly denies SF ran away from this deal before, he says it was the British government who tried to introduce State killers into the plan, he explans the anominaly of OTRs who if they had been in jail would be free now, this is an outstanding issue that has to be sorted. A Foster (DUP) says the issue isn't back on the agenda if there's evidence against anyone she feels they should force due process to resurrect this issue is a deal breaker for the DUP she says. Then Fred Cobain agrees with A Foster on the OTR's issue. G Kelly (SF) explans why going into Policing and denies they are linking it to Policing, he's asked when did SF agree Policing on the ground was acceptable, what changed was the accountability mechanisms he says, but it's an ongoing issue as SF want Policing and Justice devolved also, G Kelly is questioned more on this point and accountability. A Attwood says 85% of Patten has been introduced and RCs are joining Policing, and that changed SF's attitude he says. F Cobain (UUP) says he believes SF accepting policing is due to the British government offering to solve the OTR issue after the election. A Foster rejects F Cobain's view on whose the weaker party on the OTRs issue. A Attwood (SDLP) says the best way to deal with the past is to bring victims and survivors of the Troubles together and to then tell politicians how to go about it. G Kelly then recalls Peter Hain's role in the OTR issue, he says SDLP didn't attend collusion meetings with familys involve F McKinney asks A Foster is the Aug contract idea a sign of weakness. She replies it's normal within politics, she says manifesto vote was universally accepted within the DUP, she clashes with F Cobain on this issue and why she left the UUP in the first place. | ||
DVD No. |
D06700 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9261 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 13th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 28 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In North Belfast the PSNI have foiled a kidnap and robbery attempt around Yorkgate Post Office, 2 men were arrested and money recovered. Film report from New Lodge area, where SF Cllr Danny Lavery criticises the PSNI officers for wearing balaclavas, then community worker Michael Burns views. Police car had rammed another car on the New Lodge Rd eye witness comments. In Sth Armagh the British Army have begun to dismantle their last major security post. Film report from Crossmaglen with reaction from SF Cllr Terry Heartys then views of PSNI Ch/Superintendent Bobby Hunniford on the changing times, then vox pop of unnamed residents. Following by reaction of William Wilkinson of victims group FAIR. Funeral of Stephen Loughran in Newry. Film report. Nominations for the Assembly Elections have now closed, Ken Reid profiles the candidates numbers standing in a chart, he also reviews the results in the 2003 Assembly election, then UKUP's candidate Bob McCartney is profiled in film report he predicts he'll take DUP seats, he's standing in 6 different constituencies himself and has 2 ex DUP men standing, the UU D McNarry says he believes the DUP will loose seats as they are divided on powersharing. The DUP's P Robinson rejects their opinions and say the battle is between the DUP and SF. In the studio Ken Reid comments on Bob McCartney standing in 6 seats and why he's doing that and the standing of Republican Sinn Fein candidates, and independents like Ray McCord in Nth/Bel. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06700 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9262 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 14th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 58 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then following yesterday's attempted kidnap robbery at Yorkgate Post Office, it's been revealed today an 18 year old girl was held hostage and 4 men arrested. In his reaction today SF's G Kelly says peoples sympathies are with the victims of the crime but he questions the need for the PSNI officers to wear balaclava or be heavily armed. The SDLP's A Attwood condemns the robbery attempt and won't criticise the PSNI operation. In courts Chris Ward (25) is remanded again on the Northern Bank robbery charges. With election nominations now closed Ken Reid comments on events, with position of multi-constituency candidates like Bob McCartney discussed. The DUP this morning had a press conference on their campaign, as the other parties also began campaigning Ken Reid summarises. Next report from Jamie Delargey concerns the issue of getting a postal vote, Cahir Hughes of electoral commission comments on the process. A UN report on child poverty in the UK was issued today it places the UK last for child well being. Film report with children's commissioner Patricia Lewesley reaction. Then Alex Tennant of Save the Children's views. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06700 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9263 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 15th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme begins with Mark Durkin (SDLP) answering questions on their election manifesto. Followed by a film report on Northern Ireland's top ten political gaffs. Finally Dawn Purvis discusses her election platform. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
369 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5496 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 15th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 36 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, the programme begins with an interview with the SDLP leader Mark Durkan who answers questions on their manifesto, he says they won't be the (?) of Northern Nationalism, he says the SDLP is needed to make things work and has no hidden agendas and is trusted by other parties. He says the DUP and SF are parties who are out for themselves, he rejects the notion that just holding 3 Westminster seats is not a good measure of success. He's asked what is the difference this time between the SDLP and SF, now that SF are accepting policing, he says SF was 25 years coming to power sharing and 5 years late coming to Policing. Where will they get their future policies from, he says from the SDLP too, the SDLP are the pathfinders for the last generation he says he highlights SDLP involvement in Nth/Sth proposals, when asked why then the SDLP lost votes to SF in the first place, because people stayed at home, he replies, he rejects the accusation the SDLP and the UUP designed the current system with First/dep First ministers so they'd always be the top 2, but he says the SDLP is the big defender of the GFA, he accused SF of giving in on many issues to the DUP, and the only certainty he says from these two parties is more stalemate and standoffs with no devolution coming. He rejects any idea of accepting an exclusion method for SF, which the DUP want, SDLP want to get on with assembly, he believes SF are on their way to being a normal democratic party, but they have always been democratic unlike SF, and the SDLP hasn't tried to cover up its past like SF and the British/government SF have stolen the SDLP clothes he says, so have other parties also he claims, he blames the process management of the two governments for highlighting SF standoffs with side deals, he rejects the DUP Plan C of East/West hook-ups rather than Nth/Sth, he calls on people to get out and vote for change not standoff. Durkan then comments on how he thinks T Blair's departure will affect the process and how different will Gordon Brown be. Durkan denies his recent comments on Policing were an attempt to out green the SF. He was just defending the SDLP record on policing he claims, showing they weren't toothless about Patten reforms. In this election he wants the SDLP to get stronger and reform the rates system. In the next spot called Campaign Trail political editor Mark Davenport talks Bob McCartney UKUP standing in 6 different seats, Rainbow George in 4 seats and Independent Unionist Wm Fraser in two, he also remarks on how the SDLP and DUP worked the St Valentine's Day theme into their press conferences today, he also comments on Republican Sinn Fein not being recognised as a party by the electoral commission. The next place is on the top ten political gaffs. A film report by Martina Purdy lists them as No 10 Harold Wilson's spongers remark in May 1974, film of UWC strike, QUB's Prof Graham Walker comments on it. No 9 NI Sec Peter Brooke sings Clementine on RTE the night 7 Protestant workmen were killed by the PIRA at Teebane, Sun/Tribune Suzanne Breen comments, then Prof G Walker's views. No 8 A Night at the Opera, NI Sec P Mayhew's remark cheer up nobody died, at the end of the opera everybody's dead. No 7 In Commons NI Sec P Mandelson calls himself Sec of State for Ireland, No 6 Bill Clinton in America on the peace talks, No 5 Gerry Adams remark at the City Hall about the IRA "haven't gone away you know", Suzanne Breen comments, No 4 in the 2005 elections the UUP poster said decent people vote for the UUP. Prof G Walker comments, then UUP's Alex Kane. No 3 2003 SDLP poster titled Stop the DUP, B Feeney comments, at No 2 in 2003 Assembly poll the fuss at the bus, finally at No 1 the Brawl in the Hall. In the next piece, the PUP's new leader Dawn Purvis is interviewed by Noel Thompson on her hopes for the PUP in this election, she talks about bread and butter issues, she's asked about the PUP's role regarding the UVF, is it to bring them into democracy, she believes the closer NI gets to political stability then closer is the end of paramilitary groups. She says how D Ervine lived his life is a lesson to all, she says a dialogue goes on with paramilitaries to facilitate changes, in the last couple of years the UVF hasn't killed anyone she says, the PUP cares about deprived areas and the poor, she says the PUP won't end up in history's dustbin. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06700 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9264 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 16th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
During Tuesdays Yorkgate Post Office robbery it's been revealed an ? year old girl was tied up and gagged and abducted. Film report from courts hears Patrick Smyth (43) from Carrick Hill got bail. The girl had been held in his house, her mother was PO assistant/manager and she was forced to leave £40,000 and 11,000 Euros at a drop off point. A SF delegation has met PSNI Chief Constable H Order for the first time at PSNI HQ. Film report with Adams comments on building relationships and civil policing. Health officials have today visited Magilligan Prison following the discovery of Legionnaires disease in the prisons health care centre. Film report hears terminally ill prisoner died in January and tests are ongoing to see if he died of Legionnaires disease. Expert in this disease Dr Richard Smithson comments on the symptoms, then Magilligan prison governor Tom Woods comments. The UUP today launched their election manifesto at Belfast's Waterfront Hall. Film report from Ken Reid with clip of Reg Empey's speech on the bread and butter issues he wants to highlight, he also attacked the DUP's avoidance of what's necessary, power sharing. A second report from Jamie Delargey reviews the economic policies of the UUP and how to plan to pay for them, Empey wants Invest NI operations reviewed. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06710 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9265 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 18th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
|
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Blind Vision: | ||
Description: |
This programme tell the story of Derryman Richard moore, blinded by a British Army plastic bullet in May 1972, and the work of his children's charity group 'Crossfire' he founded in 1996. He meets the soldier who blinded him. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
369 | |
Country of Origin: |
Record No. |
5497 | |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 18th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
60 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Blind Vision: | ||
Description: |
This documentary tells the story of Derry man Richard Moore who was blinded in May 1972 aged 10 by a plastic bullet fired by a British soldier, he founded the charity Children in Crossfire in 1996. The programme follows Moore as he explores medical techniques to get his sight back and he sets about trying to meet the soldier who blinded him. The documentary begins with Moore recalling his childhood memories of the Creggan Estate in Derry. He come from a family of 12 children, he recalls a growing sense of the Troubles, film clips of youths rioting shown, he accounts for his very visual memories because that was the last time he saw the Creggan. After the titles film clip shown of 11 June 2005 and Children in Crossfire is hosting a fund raising dinner in the Europa Hotel, Moore explains his view poverty is not about charity it's about justice, and he gets pleasure out of his work, as his job changes people's lives, after the dinner Richard Moore gives his speech, he's says being blinded at 10 years old but he's never allowed that experience to make him bitter or hinder him in any way, although everything he is now has been dictated by being blinded by a rubber bullet. Richard then recalls the 4th May 1972, as a nice sunny day, at lunchtime he went home from school, a school at 3.30 pm they passed an army sangar, it was a regular occurrence to throw bricks at it, he can't remember if he bricked it that day. Giles Doherty recalls finding Richard after hearing the rubber bullet fired, his face covered in blood, they took him into the school canteen and got an ambulance. Now 34 years on Richard has a happy marriage and a successful career, his work takes him to Africa and Sth America, but then Richard reveals the shadow that haunts him, he wants to meet he solder who shot him, he explains why, as he sees it, both were in an incident together and he doesn't know the other half of the story. In 1972 the RUC and Army findings into the shooting remained secret, with the help of a private investigator further efforts were made to trace the soldier, but his identity remains a mystery. Today Richard is at peace with his blindness but new technology in medicine about blindness has troubled that fragile accord, the field of artificial vision offers the hope Richard could one day see again. Professor Gislin Dagnelie explains the procedure and what is artificial vision. Richard travels to Scotland meet Californian Mike Main who had stem cells planted on the surface of his eyes after 40 years of blindness, Mike recalls the damage to his eyes in a chemical explosion when he was 3 years old, and he and Richard discuss the procedure he received, and how when the bandages came off, he could see all this light, on a big video he could see his children as babies from a home movie, he recalls seeing dust in the air in the sunlight. Richard talks of fears of his expectations of his family, Mike agrees with those fears. Richard says getting his sight back would be like winning the lotto, he would love to see his two children, especially at Christmas, but he must not expect too much. In an interview Richard sits with the rubber bullet which actually blinded him in May 1972, he explains why he kept this item. Then just as Richard's hopes of finding the soldier who shot him faded, the private investigator believes he has located him, he's called Charles and he lives in Scotland, Richard gives his reaction to the news, he felt nervous and emotional, a computer voice records out the letter he wrote to Charles asking for a meeting. Richard says it's a relief to write the letter, but it's not a negative process he feels he has avoided living in anger towards the soldier who changed his life. Meanwhile Richard travels to America the home of research into artificial vision. Dr Ione Fine of the University of Southern California explains the vision development in the body, and chances of losing and regaining it again, it would not be a clear vision regained she feels, it will be a long time before implants give a sense of beauty of the world to a blind person. A diagram shows how the implants work, it's a complicated procedure involving evasive brain surgery. The Univ of Utah in Salt Lake City houses one of the world's leading artificial vision projects, Richard meets the man in charge who also tells him any operation will only give him very limited vision, crude images in black and white, but Dick says it will take 5 to 7 years to perfect his technique. Richard is disappointed but fascinated by what he has learned, and to only gain partial vision concerns him, because it might set him back by destroying the vision of the world which he explains as he stands on a hilltop in Utah. Richard then travels to Toronto to meet Jens who lost his eyes in 2 freak accidents, he has had an artificial vision operation which involved him being fitted with a camera device he plugs in. Jens and Richard talk about his operation and its results, and what he expected from the new machine, the results disappointed him, he demonstrates how the machine goes on, Jens also recalls a 2003 system failure of his machine and with the inventor dead the system still needs research to be perfected, he leads Richard across his property with the machine switched on, Richard sums up his feelings after meeting Jens, he felt sad for him and felt he had a wake-up call. Meanwhile back in Ireland Richard gets a reply from the soldier Charles who shot him, it's read out, he agreed to meet Richard in Edinburgh in Nov. Charles says he believes his action was justified, but he felt deep shock when he heard of Richard's injuries, great regret and sadness. On the way to the meeting Richard describes all the sensations he is feeling, he wants to build bridges not confront, it's about the human being. Richard explains why the meeting will be held in private, it's a personal thing, he's feeling conscious of his family and parents, it's a short journey but it feels like the longest journey of his life. Richard's mother then recalls the day in May 72, she thought it was like a death, she seen no future for Richard, she felt suicidal, photos shown, Richard recalls the impact on his mother she feels she had a breakdown, he recalls her crying beside his bed, his father stood in the street crying, Mrs Moore says he kept it all in and that done him harm, she praises how Richard got on. In Edinburgh the meeting finished after 4 hours, afterwards Richard says he liked Charles, he feels they understood each other, it felt it was a fantastic experience, although unreal, he explains why it felt surreal, he's glad he's not bitter and today there's no more mystery or shadows. Richard is then filmed going to a Derry City match, he calls his blindness a gift because he has used it to his advantage, all the work he does today in Africa is due to him being blinded, he recalls how he felt in Africa giving water to a village, African kids may have their eyesight but they have nothing in comparison to him says Richard. The document ends with film of Richard meeting the soldier Charles again, he's now had dinner at his house, Richard comments on where this new relationship is going to go. | ||
DVD No. |
D06710 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9266 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 19th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
|
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Building For The Future | ||
Description: |
As Northern Ireland changes can prosperity (MISSING) | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
369 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5498 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 19th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
11 mins 56 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then families connected to the UVF murder gang from Belfast's Mount Vernon area, named in the O'Loan report last month have launched legal action against the PSNI Chief Constable H Orde. Film report with solicitor Kevin Winters comments on the damages claims, the report reviews the murder of Gerard Brady in June 94, in Antrim, his sister Jacqueline Larkin comments on their legal action to get justice, then Paul McKenna whose sister Sharon was shot dead in Jan 1993 by M Haddock, gives his views on the search for justice. The next report concerns the election campaign at present, it takes a look at the prospects of the smaller parties, Jim Dougall begins by showing the make-up of Stormont at dissolution, and that each of NI 18 constituencies will have 6 seats. The Alliance Party has 6 seats at present, their candidate Ian Parsley comments on their chances of retaining these seats. The UKUP's Robert McCartney has 1 seat, his party is standing in 13 seats with McCartney standing in 6 seats. The FAIR campaigner Willie Frasier is standing in 2 seats and Rainbow George is standing in all 4 Belfast seats. The Electoral Commission's Seamus Magee explains the legal position if they win more than one seat. In East Belfast the PUP's Dawn Purvis is fighting East Belfast, in Newry and Armagh ex DUP man Paul Berry is standing. In West Tyrone Dr K Deeney is standing and deselected SF MLA Davy Hyland is standing in Newry/Armagh. QUB's Sydney Elliott comments on independents chances, on top of that there are 13 Greens and 9 Conservatives and 6 from the Workers' Party, and 6 from Republican Sinn Fein. The next report is about the views of the small business community here on the elections and their views on the issue of lowering corporation taxes, and on engaging local politicians, ? G Dawson comments on the need for a sound financial package from Chancellor G Brown, then SF's M McLaughlin and UUP's Esmond Birnie views the subject, then SDLP's A McDonnell, Alliances Sean Neeson's views. The Tory leader David Cameron visited NI today and was asked if elected how will Tories designate, they will be Unionist he says. In Belfast today, Police officers from around the world gathered for a conference on the challenges faces by their officers. Film report on Policing Board/PSNI Conference, Chuck Wexler from USA comments on changing Policing here then PSNI Acc Paul Leighton on what he hopes to learn followed by views of Des Rea of NI Policing Board. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06710 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9267 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 19th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Building for the Future | ||
Description: |
As the election posters go up, we are being asked to vote in an election but what for, we haven't yet got a deal and realistically will there be a one by March 26th as SF and the DUP have yet to talk to each other never mind share power. Fearghal McKinney introduces a film report from Sharon O'Neill, looks at the current new industries in Belfast, which has changed beyond recognition since the days of the shipyard, business here is booming but money believe if Stormont stays closed, so to may NI. Frank Bryan, Con O'Neill, businessmen comments, then ordinary workers views on what they want politicians to do. Followed by May Blood, community workers views, Niall Irwin of Irwin's Bakery in Portadown tells our politicians get over your differences, then ordinary workers comments. Sharon O'Neill asks will our politicians rise to the challenge. Back in the studio Fearghal McKinney debates with DUP's S Wilson, SF's M McLaughlin, SDLP's A McDonnell and UUP's M McGimpsey, DUP's S Wilson begins by outlining what conditions SF has to meet before the DUP join them in a power sharing government, these conditions are reasonable he says, abide by democracy, the DUP won't see dates as deadlines but she meets conditions as important, he claims it is the DUP who are pushing SF towards democracy. SF M McLaughlin says the basic principle of democracy is accept the judgement of the electorate, who gave SF their mandate, he says he hears an ambivalent message from the DUP, but says SF won't give an answer till after the election. UUP's M McGimpsey says people want institutions up and running and he believes the DUP ? go into partnership with SF, then SDLP's A McDonnell also believes ? won't progress, but he thinks DUP/SF won't share powers but divide it up between them. S Wilson repeats his needs for stable government, he defends exclusion method for failing parties, M McLaughlin repeats it's the electorate who chose not the DUP. A McDonnell feels there's not enough give and take between SF and DUP, M McGimpsey says look to the future not the past. F McKinney raises the issue of lack of women candidates all the politicians respond by pleading guilty. The group then turn to the need for any new executive to have a good financial pack from the Chancellor Gordon Brown, the DUP feel a poor package is deal breaker, S Wilson explains their position on water rates etc, UUP M McGimpsey says they need a package but he points out we get £6 billion above our NI tax return of £10m. SF McLaughlin says a team approach is needed on this issue, S Wilson points out T Blair is keen to get this deal and will do a deal. A McDonnell also says we need a united front and the way we'll get something, he mentions 12.5% corporation tax, S Wilson rejects defeatist attitude of A McDonnell, who replies to the criticism. Finally all 4 comments on chances of March 26th executive. | ||
DVD No. |
D06710 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9268 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 20th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 3 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The new 130 million Pounds Police Academy is to be built in Tyrone. Film report on Peter Hain's announcement to the International Police Conference in Belfast, his arrival was greeted by protests from Republican protesters, Robert McClenaghan of An Ehirinne comments on collusion issue. Then Peter Hain gives an interview on the training school, followed by the views of SF's G Kelly. Then DUP's I Paisley Jnr calls SF's attitude cosmetic. Britain's senior policeman Sir Ian Blair of the London Met comments on the major changes in policing in NI, then PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde welcomed the attendance of SF at the conference. The next report is from Cookstown, the site of the new academy, a vox pop of local people also support the move as it brings more jobs, then views of Cookstown Council Chief Executive Michael McGuckin. Sunday newspapers have criticised Hugh Orde for running in a marathon with the woman he was having an affair with rather than attend a police memorial service. Film report with H Orde's comments to the press, the Policing Board's Des Rea's views. In the Republic a Cork man Dan Bulman (32) has been convicted of money laundering Northern Bank Robbery (Dec 04) money. Film report heard he had K94 Euros in his possession, and other bonds. Next report looks at the prospects for the SDLP's 35 candidates in the upcoming elections. Jim Dougall looks back at previous SDLP's results, they had 18 MLAs in the assembly, they have organised vote management tactics this time, Sean Farren comments on SDLP policies, Jim Dougall reviews the hopes that SDLP have in certain areas. Against SF QUB's Sydney Elliott comments on their battle with SF. In Washington this year a NI Fold Cultural Festival is to be held. Film report on the Smithsonian Institution event with comments of Sheila Burke, then NIO Minister Maria Eagles views. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06710 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9269 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 20th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 36 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A Party Political Broadcast by the Ulster Unionist Party points out that SF and DUP won't even speak to each other, never mind share common values, the narrator student Jennifer Dunn points out her alternative, then Paula Bradshaw a community worker speaks on building stronger communities here, then Johnny Hadley a nurse wants quality health care here, then Mark Cosgrove a businessman wants stable government opportunity and prosperity, then Kay Clarke a school VP speaks on educational needs, then UUP leader Reg Empey says it's time to concentrate on everyday issues that matter to all of us. It's time for normal politics here he says, we can't be spectators in our own country we are ready for our own regional government he says. | ||
DVD No. |
D06710 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9270 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 21st Feb 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 24 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then the DUP launched its election manifesto today with I Paisley Snr saying he's no fan of power sharing. Film report from Ken Reid, Paisley also claims the delay in restoring devolution is the fault of Republicans and not the DUP, he also says a poor government financial package is a deal breaker. A further film report from J Delargey examines the economic elements in the DUP manifesto with P Robinson's comments. In the next report Jim Dougall looks at the election prospects of the UUP who have 38 candidates standing, in the 2003 election they won 27 seats. UUP's J Nichols comments, J Dougall looks at the party's vote management in the seats across NI. Then Dr Sydney Elliott of QUB gives his views on the difficulties facing the UUP. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
369 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9271 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Feb 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In the studio Reg Empey (UUP) leader answers questions on their election policies. The programme reports on the new election technology being used. There is a feature on the Lisburn clash between the (MISSING) Raymond McCartney and Ian. Paisley (DUP), Also there is a report on the top ten political breakthrough in Northern Ireland with E. Phoenix. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
370 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5499 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Feb 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 48 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, the sound level at the beginning of this programme fades and rises but it can be heard. In the studio the UUP leader Reg Empey gives an interview on his parties hopes in the coming election, he opens by not accepting that the UUP will remain in 2nd place to the DUP he says every election is a fresh start for every party, he says his party is united and keen, and it has a clear sense of direction he says, he rejects the idea he is obsessed with attacking the DUP and says their manifesto only mentions the DUP once. Empey then attacks current DUP policies saying they are a split party once the subject of going into a power sharing government comes up. Empey then gives his views on the British government March 26th deadline for restoring devolution,and what negotiating he expects to take place between 7-26th March on the nature of a British government support financial package, he then comments on who should get credit for bringing the PIRA to full decommissioning. He believes the UUP are entitled to some of the credit for their "heavy lifting" at the beginning of the process, the says Republicans have accepted the union and the principal of consent which he claims the UUP can have credit for, he says the DUP said it would smash SF, and they haven't. Empey then comments on handling the nay sayers in the DUP after the next election and he comments on the DUP idea of an exclusion mechanism for anyone not coming up to "democratic" standards. Empey wants to move beyond exclusion into normal politics, Thompson points out the UUP have only 1 woman candidate, is that normal he asks. Empey accepts the UUP need more women candidates but needs more time, he criticise the BBC for not having enough women. Empey then says he thinks we will have a government by March 26th if people vote for the right parties, he asks how can M McGuiness and I Paisley work together if they don't even talk to each other. In the next interview BBC reporter Gareth Gordon gives an update on what's happening on the election campaign trial, new style and old style, in old style in Lagan Valley we nearly had a fuss at the bus style clash between B McCarthy and I Paisley Snr. The parties this time aren't using the buses for campaigning, except for the SDLP. The local parties have been calling on their big name backers, with D Cameron coming on Monday and the Lib/Dems coming tomorrow, then US candidate Barrack Obama, called the DUP to do a deal on devolution, which is connected to his battle with H Clinton for the Irish American vote. In the next report Martina Purdy lists the top ten NI political breakthroughs. At no 10 she lists the 1918 election when SF win 73 of the 105 Westminster seats, Eamon Phoenix comments and then B Feeney's views. At no 9 also in 1918 she lists nationalist Joe Devlin holding onto Belfast Falls. Then Eamon Phoenix comments. At no 8 is the Nth Ire Labour Party winning 4 seats in that year's general election. QUB Prof Graham Walker points out how this alarmed the Unionist Party. At no 7 is the 1969 by election in Mid Ulster giving B Devlin victory as the youngest woman MP, film clip shown. At no 6 is the 1970 victory of Ian Paisley in Nth Antrim, film clip shown. At no 5 is the 1974 victory of Enoch Powell in Sth Down for the UUP. Eamon Phoenix and Alex Ken comment. At no 4 is the April 1981 election of Bobby Sands for SF in Fermanagh, Sth Tyrone. At no 3 is the 1983 election of G Adams as MP for West Belfast for SF. QUB's G Walker comments on G Fitt's defeat. At no 2 is the 1992 election in West Belfast of Joe Hendron (SDLP) who defeated G Adams (SF). Journalist Suzanne Breen comments. At no 1 is the 1997 election of Labour's Tony Blair and what that meant for NI, with the Good Friday Agreement (GFA). In the final interview, Noel Thompson talks to the UKUP leader Bob McCartney who's standing in 6 different constituencies himself, B McCartney denies that's and ego run or a shortage of members, he explains he doing it to maximise the overall Unionist vote, of the anti-agreement camp, he believes the DUP will accept SF into government. It's a protest vote he's after against spin, deceit and lies, he goes on to reject criticism of DUP's P Robinson that he wants SF to top the poll, he goes on to criticise Paisley for going back on 4.5.2005 comment that going into government with SF would be treason. McCartney denies PIRA decommissioning was complete and says they don't support Policing, McCartney says his alternative is voluntary coalition, he only wants devolution if it's on the same basis as Scotland and Wales. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9272 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 23rd Feb 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 56 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then film report previews tomorrow's Ireland vs England rugby match at the GAA's ground at Crooke Park, a first, and the political implications of God Save the Queen being played at the ground where the British/Army massacred civilians in 1920, the original Bloody Sunday. Live report from Crooke Park with Shane Harrison's report on Bloody Sunday's death of 14 people, historian Diarmuid Ferriter comments, then some of the English fans comment. In the election campaign the nationalist parties SF and SDLP have clashed over MI5's role in Policing, meanwhile in Belfast City Centre the former Lib/Dems leader Charles Kennedy went on a walkabout to support the Alliance Party here. Film reports begin with C Kennedy in Belfast with his comments on devolution, then film of the SDLP's sign outside the MI5 HQ at Hollywood which says "Spooks HQ" with Dolores Kelly's remarks. SF's G Adams on a markets walkabout calls it a little stunt, he claims SF got MI5 taken out of civic policing. Then a further report from Derry shows the UUP's' Reg Empey launch their manifesto for the West there, then the DUP's Christopher Stalford appeals for a high Unionist turnout. (6.30pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9273 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme investigates the apparent lack of passion shown during this election campagn. And assesses the chances of a 7 March DUP/Sinn Fein political wedding. Journalists N. Emerson and B. Feeney comment with politicans on this. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
370 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5500 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
11 mins 12 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then the SDLP launches its election manifesto saying the DUP and SF cannot be trusted to deliver devolution. Film report from Ken Reid on Mark Durkan's remarks on voting for the SDLP and not SF, he says devolution should go ahead on March 26th and the DUP should be told that he says by Hain, then in a follow up report Jamie Delargey talks to Mark Durkan about SDLP's economic plans and a special investment pot from Ireland and Britain, they also want 12.5% Corporation Tax for NI. Also today the Conservative Party in NI launched its manifesto, it has 9 candidates and wants to protect academic selection. Film report. Then in the studio Alliance Party's David Ford gives interview on their election policies and what defines the Alliance Party. It finds it hard to believe that SF and the DUP will do a deal on March 26, he also criticises the SDLP and UUP for not delivering a shared future when they had the chance. Ford says they will gain on their current 6 seats at Stormont, he comments on the financial costs of a segregated society here. On Belfast's Shankill Road today high ranking White House staff from the USA visited an American funded scheme to help and encourage budding entrepreneurs. Film report on Ambassadors Tutle and Foley's visit with their comments. Then report on Ireland's rugby victory over England at Croke Park with Brian O'Driscoll's comments. Film report shows the English anthem being played, with players comments on the respect shown for both anthems. Ireland won 43-13. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9274 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
UUP election broadcast, begins by saying NI has come a long way that journey of progress must continue opportunity, prosperity and a fair/just society are their concern. It's about taking responsibility and not being a spectator in your own country says the narrator. IT asks is the Ian and Martin show really a viable alternative, when they don't even talk to each other. Student Jennifer Dunn offers her alternative, then community/worker Paula Bradshaw comments, then John Hadley a nurse, then businessman Mark Cosgrove, then VP Kay Clarke on education, followed by Reg Empey's remarks on normal politics in time. (Also shown on 20/02/07). | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9275 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Election Campaign | ||
Description: |
Introduced by F McKinney he previews tonight's discussion which is around the apparent lack of passion in this campaign especially when you consider it could put enemies SF and DUP into government. It begins with a film report from Sharon O'Neill who uses the theme of a wedding for her analogy of SF and DUP going into an executive together. Journalist Newton Emerson gives his views on the toning down of the parties rhetoric, then Adrian Eastwood comments on the bets being laid by the public, Emerson says it's hard to get enthusiasm when the result is a foregone conclusion. B Feeney comments what's the point, Emerson says the shotgun wedding hasn't a long term future, Sharon O'Neill then highlights the salaries, allowances and expenses paid to MLAs since dissolution of Stormont. Then back in the studio the DUP's I Paisley Jnr, SF's Conor Murphy, SDLP's A Magennis and the UUP's Alan McFarland discuss the topic, beginning with A Magennis (SDLP) who says people have to realise the Troubles are over and people want us to move on to real politics which is less dramatic, people are animated about ordinary issues now, I Paisley says it's commentators who are concerned about lack of tension, he says we will get a good turnout, Paisley denies they are playing it low because they're not on as sure ground as other elections, he outlines the DUP's plan for financial certainty for any new executive. Then SF's Conor Murphy denies they are unsure of their ground and welcomes the electoral challenge by other republicans he points out the DUP aren't running about with Smash SF stickers this time, he agrees with A Magennis, it's about ordinary issues this time, he says the Policing Debate is over, done and dusted, it's all about bread and butter issues now and political change. UUP's Alan McFarland says now the DUP and UUP agree on the 1998 architecture for government and SF are a constitutional nationalist party, that has removed the tensions in elections, he says the DUP are just holding it together but it will lead to internal dissent later, he points out the DUP's "12 apostles" dissenters. Paisley sits laughing at him, he warns about SF being the largest party, Conor Murphy says growth of SF comes with growth of political change. Paisley and Murphy interrupt each other on issue of water charges and on the metering issue. A Magennis says SF has followed the SDLP on all its policies since 1970, it's the SDLP who are catalyst for change he says, he say SF is fracturing at the moment and their leadership is alienated from it risk and file. Alan McFarland we are moving onto ordinary politics now and it's the UUP who describe the credit. Paisley criticises the UUP for jumping first all the time, the DUP will get conditions right he claims. Paisley then clashes with F McKinney on the changes to the GFA got at St Andrews. C Murphy reminds Paisley about Ulster Resistance and J Spratt's call for no co-operation with the Police Ombudsman office and says they can't lecture anyone. A Magennis says DUP/SF want politics suspended as that suits them. C Murphy reminds him of stop go politics of the UUP/SDLP coalition. Paisley/McFarland clash on previous executives faults and who was to blame. | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9276 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Focus | ||
Programme Title: |
The History Of The Troubles According To My Da. | ||
Description: |
Iven Lyttle tells the story of this very Northern Ireland play from Martin Lynch, with Conor Grimes and Alen McKee contributions | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
370 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5501 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
A Very Irish Protest | ||
Description: |
The programmes the case of Catherine Nelson who begun a hunger strike to clear her name, after she had been accused of helping to launder the proceeds of the IRA's Northern bank robbery. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
370 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5502 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 12 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Begins with breaking news story of Belfast City Centre fire at site of new Victoria Square shopping centre then lead story, the mother of Portadown man John Dignam murdered along with 2 friends by the PIRA in 1992 is too meet the Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan to have her investigate what role the double agent Fred Scappaticci played in the murders, the PIRA had sent Irene Dignam a tape recording of her son's interrogation. Film report reviews the case and plays some of the J Dignam taped confession then his mother says he was tortured, film clip of Scappaticci, then his mother comments. In Milltown Cemetery vandals threw yellow paint over the republican plot. Film report on 4th attack in 6 years. In Belfast the Alliance Party launched its election manifesto. Film report with review of David Ford's pledge to end segregation, then interview on cutting back MLA numbers and numbers of departments, and his views on rates and water rates. Then in the studio SDLP's M Durkan gives an interview on why people should vote for the SDLP and not SF/DUP, he predicts more stalemate and believes people trust them and coming back to vote SDLP this time. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9277 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 59 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Party Election Broadcast | ||
Programme Title: |
Sinn Fein Election Broadcast | ||
Description: |
C Ruane begins by saying SF believes in Irish people's rights to freedom, independent and unity, G Adams says this is opportunity to move forward, recent Ard Fheis on policing praised, SF claims ? RUC/RIR in negotiations and removing MI5 from civic policing, government minister records praised, challenges ahead identified, Adams on international issues. | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9278 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 14 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Focus | ||
Programme Title: |
The History of the Troubles According to my Da | ||
Description: |
Ivan Little tells the story of this very Northern Irish play by Martin Lynch he shows clips of the play which has been running now for 5 years. IT was originally only scheduled to run for 9 nights, now it's been staged 196 times in front of over 160,000 people. I Lyttle says M Lynch wrote the play in the 90s, Lynch says it came from the ceasefires, but he didn't want to write a political tract abut a humorous one. I Lyttle says M Lynch was heavily involved with Official IRA in early Troubles, though he now regrets his espousal of violence. M Lynch himself comments on this in an interview, he does admit the Rep/movement educated him in the 1970s in who he was and where he came from but by the end of the 70s he knew violence was counterproductive. This play for Martin ended an 8 yr break from writing, he worked with Conor Grimes and Alan McKee on the play. M Lynch recalls linking up with them, then Conor Grimes and Alan recall the collaboration, telling the story of fictional West Belfast Catholic man Gerry Courtney trying to survive the madness, the play features some funny characters. Ivan Lyttle then recalls how he linked up with Martin Lynch and how he got the part of Gerry Courtney, he recalls how the script developed, originally it was 2hr 45m, Ivan Lyttle recalls the first night and it was a hit, it was even performed in NI's prisons. M Lynch recalls its success across both communities, Alan McKee comments, then Conor Grimes in London however the papers savaged the play. Ivan Little reads out the Daily Telegraph's harsh review then Alan McKee rejects the accusation they were IRA propagandists, then Martin Lynch comments on the different attitudes of English and Irish to the Troubles and humour, then a clip called inside Long Kesh is shown in which a new prisoner is tricked into thinking screws went to the chippie for them. John Bottley says the show is one of the most successful in the Opera House's history as it returned for a 3rd time, the 3 writers added a new section bringing it up to date with political changes, they discuss their tactics and their new director in Limerick. Back in Derry and Coleraine and the Opera House the play goes ahead with the new bits. John Bottley comments on its qualities, one scene shown features the death of Gerry Courtney's son, then Paul McIlwaine whose son was murdered by the UVF in Tandragee gives his reaction, it was a long time since he could laugh he recalls, then the character of Fireball is discussed. M Lynch recalls the background to the character, then some of the audience explain why they like it. | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9279 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 25 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
A Very Irish Protest | ||
Description: |
In Douglas on the Isle of Man Catherine Nelson has begun a hunger strike to clear her name of allegations of involvement in laundering the proceeds for the PIRA Dec 2004 Northern Bank Robbery. Catherine was arrested 2 years ago in the aftermath of the robbery, no charges have ever been brought but she has also got no statement saying she wasn't connected to the robbery. In the opening scenes she shows reported Andy Martin about her home and comments on her 21 days hunger strike to date. Then Andy Martin reviews events leading to Catherine's arrest, then her early life in Athy in Co Kildare is profiled, she became an English teacher, Fianna Fail TD Sean O'Fearghail has known her all his life, he describes her as a dynamic, inspirational teacher. Then Fr Phillip Dennehy says he hasn't seen her in 30 years, Catherine married a man with republican links but the marriage was annulled after 5 years, during a dispute over the teaching qualifications she met the union negotiator Phil Flynn who had been a SF activist and became a businessman, at this time she also went on hunger strike she recalls shy. When this failed she went to work in Libya for 6 years, she taught English and recalls those days. After this she studied diplomacy and took a job as an international sales person for a London businessman Tony Hawden, owner of Mackenzie International, he recalls Catherine's work in the Embassies, over 8 years, the list of countries she worked in is given, however MacKenzie says they didn't make money. By now Phil Flynn was the chairman of the ICC Bank in Dublin, Tony Hawden recalls their contact with Flynn, with ICC refusing to pay for work down, Catherine then made Bulgarian contacts and approached Phil Flynn, now chairman of Bank of Scotland in Ireland with more proposals. That contact threw her name into the frenzy aftermath of the bank robbery, Catherine recalls her Bulgarian proposal, regarding mortgages, it never happened, Phil Flynn suggested she meet Ted Cunningham, who Andy Martin profiles as a money lender he met Catherine in 2004, Cunningham's company had P Flynn as a director. Catherine recalls he meeting in early 2005 in a house in Westmeath, belonging to Cunningham's girlfriend. She returned from Malta and didn't know about the Bank Robbery, she felt she as being treated as a fool following a Bulgarian visit by Cunningham/Flynn. When back in Ireland Cunningham was arrested £2.5m found in bins at his house, in Westmeath again Catherine's house was searched, Phil Flynn was also questioned. Catherine got 10,000 Euros from Cunningham and she moved to a house in Louth, at the Ballymasconlon Hotel the Garda arrested she recalls her interrogation, the press accused her of being in the IRA money laundering team, she feels this ruined her reputation and is taking legal action for Tony Hawden, he lost £200,000, his house and his wife, he recalls his loses Flynn/Cunningham refuse to give interviews. Catherine recalls Flynn telling her to 'F' off when she asked for £100,000 payment. Five months later Catherine moved to Isle of Man, she explains she hopes her hunger strike will clear her name and get government compensation, FF TD Sean O'Fearghail says it's unlikely the Irish government will pay anything, in the Dail Irish Justice Min M McDowell would comment on the case, no criminal charges against Catherine are pending. Catherine is determined to get a result, she gets annoyed when Andy Martin raises the subject of "sleepers" going to Libya. FF TD S O'Fearghail ? see her involved in any illegal activity. Catherine says she's in a win win situation, she explains her state of mind, a psychiatrist has told her is sane, a doctor Michael Peel describes the effort of hunger strike on human body at 34 days, Tony Hawden comments on Catherine's situation. The TD S O'Fearghail's views, then Fr P Dennehy's comments, Catherine says her work, finances and character have been destroyed and she's quite happy to die. | ||
DVD No. |
D06730 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9281 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 28th Feb 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 11 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then the PSNI have issued a new appeal for information on the murder of Bangor woman Lisa Dorrian who went missing 2 years ago today. Film report with DCI Sean Wright's comments then views of Patricia Dorrian, Lisa's mother. In election news the DUP Cllr and former Irish rugby international Davy Tweed has resigned from the party in Ballymoney, also today SF launched its election manifesto. Film report from Ken Reid, includes the comments from Adams on people wanting power sharing, he says majority of people support SF on Policing changes, then in a second report Jamie Delargey looks at the economic issues contained in the SF manifesto with M McLaughlin who isn't convinced a low corporation tax will work, he says the British government needs to provide a sound economic basis for any new executive. Also today Bob McCartney's UKUP released its manifesto, Ken Reid reports on the anti-agreement parties policies against power sharing. Also today the Workers' Party revealed its manifesto and its six candidates, then in the studio UUP leader Reg Empey calls on voters to vote UUP to make devolution work on the 26th March, he says the DUP is divided, he says the UUP wouldn't introduce water rates. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06730 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9282 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Mar 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Gerry Adams (SF) answers questions on their attitudes to the DUP', policing and the apparent dissent in republican circles caused by The Ard Fheis vote. Also M. Davenport reviews the election campaign of this week: with reports on the Tory Party, The Workers' Party and The Green Party. It finally reports on a piece about lowering the voting age. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
370 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5503 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Mar 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 52 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, he begins by interviewing SF leader G Adams, he asks him to comment on SF MP M Gildernew saying she wouldn't tell the PSNI if she knew about Diss/repub guns locations and the DUP assertion SF haven't done enough on Policing yet. Adams says the DUP called for this election he says the DUP must accept the peoples decision next week, on M Gildernew's views, he says the DUP helped write the motion that went before their Ard Fheis, there is no mixed message from SF, the question to Gildernew was a hypothetical bogus question, SF have done more than anyone to take guns out of the Irish politics. He refuses to answer a similar 'hypothetical question' from Thompson, he lists the real issues he wants to talk about, and he encourages the PSNI to win the confidence of the people to assist them. Adams criticises Thompson for not getting onto real manifesto issues and getting struck in this grove, he goes on to mention collusion, plastic bullets etc, he says he doesn't have to convince Unionists, the parties must accept each other's mandates and work together to improve people's conditions. Thompson asks the question on diss/repub guns again and Adams avoids it again, he then asks Adams were the hunger strikers deluded or mistaken because now SF supports Policing, as Derry's Peggy O'Hara, (Patsy O'Hara's mother) says, Adams again ask are we not going to talk about the manifesto? Adams then says he respects Mrs O'Hara and he welcomes their electoral challenge but SF will be returned in greater numbers on March 7th, Adams denies Thompson's jibe that SF have now just turned into the SDLP, he claims the SDLP are a post nationalist six County party, SF is an all Ireland republican, who haven't betrayed any republican objectives and who have a strategy to bring about Irish unity and not just a visionary aspiration, he outlines their policies for an all-Ireland Health Service and agricultural plan, he repeats his belief the future of Unionism is linked with the rest of the population, the wars over now we must bed down the peace. Adams and Thompson clash on the subject of the Executive borrowing money in return for rates increases and did SF support it or not on water charges. Thompson criticises M McLaughlin's call for postmen not to deliver the new bills as illegal, Adams replies on why he said that, Adams then says people here do pay water charges already, he says he won't support a devil disobedience campaign of non payment and explains why, he also would like an all Ireland rate of corporation tax. On March 26th he feels devolution can happen or Paisley will have to explain to the Unionist electorate why Dublin is more involved in NI. In the next piece, Mark Davenport gives an update from the campaign trail, after the Croke PK drama Ireland beating England, he says SDLP's M Durkan was hoarse during their manifesto launch, he also says the idea of a financial "peace dividend" from London is policy of all our parties, on Bob McCartney's campaign he answers questions on what happens if he wins 6 seats on water charges, everyone is against them but it may be ministers of DUP/SF who will have to introduce them. Davenport then comments on the SF manifesto launch at the WS centre, he also comments on the changing style of politics here, with the absence of attack politics. The next segment deals with the minor NI parties manifesto launches, firstly David Cameron appeared at the Conservative Launch and he hopes power sharing comes about, he hopes NI can move away from sectarianism, and people vote on the issues instead. The Tories also want to retain the 11+ and protect grammar schools and they would introduce water metering. The Greens are fielding 13 candidates, they propose an eco tax, a decentralised health service, and direct funding to schools, it opposes all plans for incinerators and super dumps. Peter Doran of the Green Party comments. The Workers' Party offers a democratic anti-sectarian left alternative with restoration of devolution but would end the practise of designation as Unionist or Nationalist, it's the only party to support the ICT call for people not to pay water rates. John Lowry explains their view. Rainbow George is standing to make politicians history. In the final piece a report looks at lowering the voting age below 18, from the headlines media group Lyra McKee and Ciaran McFarlane discuss the issue, and get the views of young people around the City Hall in Belfast. The programme ends with a comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06730 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9283 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 2nd Mar 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 39 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Two 80-year-old pensioners were beaten and robbed by three men in Drumaness. Film report with SF Cllr Mike Coogan calls for people to assist the PSNI, the elderly brothers Thomas and Bill Killen describe their ordeal. In Ardoyne gunmen have shot up a family home, an 8 year old girl escaped injury. Film report from Cranbrook Court. The local priest Fr Aidan Troy says there's no motive for the attack, PSNI say they don't suspect a paramilitary link. Also last night in Benburb, Co. Tyrone shots were fired at a home. The Police Federation has attacked the Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan and the NI Sec Peter Hain over O'Loan's collusion report issued in January 07, Terry Spence of the Federation claims the RUC was demonised to win over SF to support Policing. Film report with Terry Spence's remarks then Nuala O'Loan's reply, then reaction from Raymond McCord who criticises the Police Federation "heads in the sand" attitude. In Belfast City Centre the PSNI have foiled a robbery on a cash delivery van but no arrests were made. Film report. The SF Ard Fheis starts tonight in Dublin before he left Belfast G Adams gave an interview on his support for "depolitised" policing, he calls on the PSNI to win the confidence of nationalists and republicans, he won't comment on what Ministry's SF would take in a new executive. If Paisley doesn't accept partnership government Adams say the two governments will introduce a new partnership arrangement between them to govern NI. Next F McKinney previews tonight's UTV election debate (see next DVD D06740). Then a film report examines what are the big election issues in Derry local people comment. After 40yrs of Troubles photography an exhibition is to open next week called Out of the Darkness in which many of the iconic Troubles photos will be shown. Film report from Ormeau Baths Studio with John Harrison of the NI Photo Assoc views. Then Iain Davidson of the Arts Council of NI. Some of the photos on display are shown and discussed. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06730 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9284 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 2nd Mar 2007 | Duration: |
46 mins 55 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Election Debate | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Fearghal McKinney, he begins by asking if you vote next Wednesday what are you voting for a Deal or No Deal, or is it bread and butter issues that concern you, tonight's programme Focus is on issues like health, education, water charges and rates: what difference will a local assembly make. He then introduces the panel of 5 politicians, DUP's J Donaldson, Alliances' David Ford, SDLP's M Durkan, UUP's Danny Kennedy and SF's A Maskey. The public can e-mail or text in their views which are shown on the screen during the programme, the first question is from a mother in the audience on education she asks what are panels specific proposals for replacing the 11+, J Donaldson wants to change the 11+ but not scrap it he explains worries over heptode lottery, then D Ford says 11 is far too young, he favours a junior high system with election at 14, M Durkan wants parents to make choices at 14, then D Kennedy (UUP) says they want to keep selection in the transfer procedure, he says the UUP will pick education to stop SF getting it, SF's A Maskey welcomes the scrapping of the11+ by M McGuiness, they want parental choice on pupil profiles, the Green Party spokeswoman in the audience also welcomes scrapping the 11+, then a teacher asks the panel for their long term vision for education with pupil numbers falling, then M Durkan defends the abolition of the 11+, saying it was in the executive's programme for government and wasn't just done at SF's wish, the questioner gives her views on the politicians answers. After the break F McKinney reads out some of the public's texts. A male nurse in the audience asks the politicians will they put aside party politics to drive forward health care in NI. D Ford says a consensus is important not sectarian head counts, Alex Maskey says there is quite a bit of argument within political parties at the programme for government meetings in Stormont, the UUP's D Kennedy outlines policies like free prescriptions, free health care for the elderly. M Durkan says agreement was reached before on a programme for health as Finance Minister he supported money for health care. J Donaldson (DUP) difficulty is getting resources he says getting a financial package for health with Treasury is necessary, a psychiatrist urges more money for mental health areas, and asks the politicians to pledge money. More questions asked from the audience about public/private finance schemes, A Maskey, D Kennedy comment on financial issues like the peace dividend, then from the audience Alan McBride says our politicians spent so long talking about orange and green issues they were untested on health matters but he says if you get it wrong we can vote you out, we can't do that with direct rule ministers. The questioner gives his views of the answers, then a woman from Singapore asks a question about racism, and why when she wrote to our 4 main parties, only UUP/DUP answered, SDLP's M Durkan says he's not aware of getting the letter but he has had other letters on the subject. He condemns racism, SF's A Maskey says tomorrow ? will speak on racism and he is chair of a cross party group on racism. Another questioner asks will legislation be needed to stop immigrants coming here in bad economical times. Another asks does religion breed intolerance. J Donaldson replies Christian religion preaches tolerance and respect, on immigration J Donaldson, immigrants will stop coming in bad times, but he's not for a complete open door policy. D Ford speaks about pluralism here, D Kennedy UUP rejects racism and sectarianism. SF's A Maskey says foreigners enrich our society, the questioner asks what concrete will the parties take against racism if elected, J Donaldson, D Ford, M Durkan, A Maskey and D Kennedy all give brief answers. After the break F McKinney reads out more texts, then Valerie Alan from the Fair Rates Campaign asks will you be reviewing this new rates system when you go into government, and will you be bringing in any new rates relief. J Donaldson answers yes, it's unfair people pay rates on the value of their homes and not the services they use, and it has to be changed. D Ford says Alliance is committed a review of the rates system, yes also to review says M Durkan, then UUP's D Kennedy also welcomes a review, water rates should also be freezed. A Maskey says they are also against rates system and prefer a local income tax system. A NIPSA union rep asks will the politicians "scrap" the water charges, A Maskey says yes, UUP's D Kennedy says they'll review the issue but won't say they'll scrap them, M Durkan says they'll abolish separate water charges, D Ford says water taxes should be reviewed, DUP's J Donaldson says we shouldn't have to pay for water twice, the questioner calls for a united political front and the Green Party woman gives their views. The next question asks the panel about rural planning with the new PPS 14 rule now in operation. D Kennedy says the assembly will look at this attack on the rural way of life by the NIO, D Ford accepts PPS 14 has some advantages in stopping bungalow blight. Teresa Canavan of the NI Rural Development Council says it's a big issue in rural areas she wants a watchdog body to oversee rural developments. A man in the audience supports PPS14 as it will reduce carbon omissions. SDLP's M Durkan says countryside has to be living work space otherwise the towns get more congested. J Donaldson says planning process needs reviews it's country people who care for the countryside he says, the questioner gives his views on the answers. After the break, Fearghal reads out some more texts, then Ben Preston president of the QUB Student's Union who asks the politicians to select a sing issue which is the most exciting in this otherwise dull election. A Maskey, D Kennedy speak on bread and butter politics and calls for vote to form an executive. M Durkan says rejecting direct rule is important, then D Ford says on the doorstep it's been a lively campaign, J Donaldson says it's an opportunity to put years of conflict behind us. More questions from the audience on devolution happening on March 26th. Final comments from Fearghal McKinney. (Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06740 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9288 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 4th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
59 Min |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
Jim Fitzpatrick Chairs a Debate Amonst the Unionist Party | ||
Description: |
Jim Fitzpatrick chairs a debate amongst the Unionist parties standing. This includes Jeffery donaldson (DUP), David Burnside (UUP) and Raymond McCartney (MISSING). The programme also includes a report on the smaller parties efforts included in this was: Dawn Purvis (PUP) Ciaran Mussen (Green Party) and Paddy Lynn (WP). The programme continues with a report with Patsy McGlone (SDLP) and Alex Maskey (SF) on Nationialist issues. Finally the programme concludes with party representatives David Ford (All), Jeffery Donaldson (DUP), Alex Maskey (SF), Alan Mc Farland (UUP) and Patsy McGlone (SDLP) answering questions from a panel of young voters. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
371 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5504 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 4th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
58 mins 53 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Presented by Jim Fitzpatrick, he begins by highlighting the apparent apathy in this election with only 3 days to go till polling and asks is that due to the DUP's position as for the first time being the lead unionist party and also fully in agreement with the ST Andrews/GFA proposals, are Unionists being deprived of a choice this time. He puts questions to his studio panel. Bob McCartney UKUP, J Donaldson DUP and D Burnside of the UUP, he begins by asking J Donaldson what is the DUP position in going into a power sharing executive after this election, he replies the DUP is clear they require delivery from SF and the British/government, they won't be driven by timetables or deadlines, he believes getting it right for the future is what's important, he rejects any accusation of ambiguity, and mentions the need for the British government to provide an adequate financial package. For the UUP David Burnside says they will go into an executive he calls the DUP position a big con job, as he claims the St Andrews Agreement is worse than the Good Friday Agreement (GFA), here J Donaldson and he loudly disagree as Burnside lists the aspects of St Andrews he claims are worsened, then Bob McCartney UKUP says he object to this generation of IRS?SF being involved in government here as they are linked to the IRA bombing and murder campaign, he quotes J Donaldson from July 06 in Glenties as saying the victims of violence have to live with the prospect of perpetrators of violence being in power, he accuses Donaldson of betraying the DUP 2005 manifesto, in May 2005 Paisley said, claims McCartney we will never go into executive with SF, (as he speaks text messages from the public are displayed across the bottom of the screen). J Donaldson then refutes Burnside's remarks accusing him of going into government with SF without them delivering o policing, then after more shouting, Burnside replies by saying Chancellor G Brown won't be giving NI a good financial package, by reducing corporation tax and that's another DUP con job he says. Bob McCartney denies the anti agreement position is weak in this election and that's why he's standing in 6 different constituencies, he explains his views on this, quoting a Telegraph poll which says 47% of voters are undecided, J Donaldson then says McCartney and his parties views are all over the lace, he quotes Bob from the Irish Times saying he wants SF to be the largest party so Martin McGuiness becomes First Minister and that'll derail the process. McCartney replies why he said that, then D Burnside outlines his 1,2,3 when he votes next week and asks the other two how will they be voting. J Donaldson says DUP advice is maximize the Unionist vote, he then attacks the UUP as the pushover Unionists. Bob McCartney then says people should vote for UKUP then the UUP as they are an honest pro-agreement party, but he says the DUP perpetrated the most dishonest u-turn ever in NI politics, they are the biggest Lundys of them all. J Donaldson then accuses B McCartney of sitting in luxury in Cultra while he was in the UDR, McCartney claims he was prosecuting IRA men and had to have an armed guard, the shouting match continues until Jim Fitzpatrick ends the debate. He then introduces a section on how the smaller parties in the election are faring. Firstly a film report from Rosie Billingham looks at the PUP, as Dawn Purvis discusses tactics with party members, PUP's Brian Lacey comments on the loss of David Ervine, then D Purvis talks to parents about 11+ results on film, followed by her comments on this being a doorstep campaign. Next Rosie looks at the Green Party's campaign, party member John Hardy comments, then John Wilson on chances of a seat, then Ciaran Musser challenges legality water rates. The Greens have been using modern technology like U-tube. Next it's the Workers' Party with Paddy Lynn comments on abolishing water charges, then James Leslie of the NI Conservatives is profiled with party worker Gwen Martin comments, then back in the studio Jim Fitzpatrick interviews the SDLP's Patsy McGlone and SF's Alex Maskey beginning with policing, he asked A Maskey to explain what is about policing they have made a breakthrough on, he says greater accountability of the PSNI and moves towards devolution of Policing and Justice, when asked does SF support PSNI action against diss/repubs, Maskey replies they don't support political policing just civic policing, he points out the O'Loan report on collusion and claims that's political policing polluting policing he also won't accept any role here for MI5. P McGlone says policing accountability is now the same as when the SDLP became involved with policing, SF are playing catch up politics, for the SDLP unity is a core principle claims McGlone but not through violence, SF has now caught up with this idea as well, A Maskey refutes McGlone's view the SDLP delivered a Police Ombudsman it was the GFA did that, from 2001 till recently the SDLP have never raised collusion at the Policing Board, they're now playing catch up on that. Maskey also claims the SDLP wanted to integrate MI5 in policing, he further highlights SF's all Ireland role and agenda, as building people power across Ireland. P McGlone is asked for the SDLP position on former senior RUC people holding positions within the PSNI, they aren't opposed to good policemen he replies, then A Maskey accuses the SDLP of saying Ronnie Flanagan would be a good Chief Constable, they debate this point, Maskey says they want Human Rights abusers out of policing, he then asked would that rule out former IRA people becoming policemen. Both men are asked to outline what's the difference in the two parties. Leaving this Jim Fitzpatrick introduces a film report from Martina Purdy asking just what will the new MLAs at Stormont be signing up to as the rules at Stormont change since it has been out of order for 4 years. Her report looks back to 1998 and the D'Hondt system for Ministers. QUB Prof Rick Wilford comments on the DUP roll them, and the lack of collective responsibility then SDLP's Brid Rodgers comments on lack of committees powers over ministers, M Purdy then explains the new rules for electing the First/Min he now comes from the single largest party, Rick Wilford explains, there's also a new pledge of office supporting police/justice. Dermot Nesbitt comments, then Brid Rodgers on the changes. Switching MLAs designations from Unionist or Nationalist to other is not allowed now, Rick Wilford comments. M Purdy points out D'hondt method of choosing ministers remains. Back in the studio another panel of politicians D Ford (All) J Donaldson (DUP) A Maskey (SF) A McFarland (UUP) and P McGlone (SDLP) answer questions from J Fitzpatrick and a panel of young voters. J Fitzpatrick asks D Ford to comment on the view a vote for Alliance is a wasted vote, he rejects that point of view as Alliance stands for making real changes, even though he admits a cross community party vote is equivalent to half the vote of a sectarian party. J Donaldson is asked about P Robinson's bottle a day remark for government, he hopes for a point in the future where there is partnership, SF's A Maskey says they are moving the DUP from anti agreement to agreement. Alan McFarland (UUP) isn't happy with it being said they're be in 2nd place in Unionism to the DUP, he believes the splits in the DUP will affect their vote. SDLP's P McGlone is asked about their demand for fiscal power, he wants corporation tax reduced to the South's level. J Donaldson says a lot of agreement has already been reached on the contents of a financial package he goes on to attack the UUP record as First Minister and claims the DUP is about getting stable government this time. D Ford then defends Alliances view that £1 billion could be saved by ending segregation here, he rejects the idea that's just a wish list, he details the costing of the £1 billion in savings from education. SF's A Maskey opposes water charges but won't say to people don't pay, Patsy McGlone then comment on water charges/rates issue. Then Alan McFarland (UUP) comments on their idea for free prescriptions and the Chancellors package plan, DUP's J Donaldson disagrees with A McFarland and sets out his idea on getting a Chancellors package, they all comment on the chances of getting an executive by the summer. Then Jim Fitzpatrick introduces a film clip about a group of young voters Deborah Clark, John Quinn, Caroline McIlwain, Bellal Yacub, Damien O'Neill, all comment on the election campaign to date and then question the MPs on the issues they feel are important, like free prescriptions, and the lack of women candidates. (Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06740 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9289 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 6th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 22 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, on the last full day of election campaigning, the parties have been making their final pitches for votes film report from Ballymena where Paisley was out and about, with his remarks on his progress, in West Belfast SF's G Adams comments on their campaign, meanwhile the UUP's Reg Empey is concerned many people won't vote tomorrow, then in Derry SDLP M Durkan says people want to see politicians doing what they're paid to do, in Newtownabbey Alliance leader David Ford says the election is crucial to a shared future in NI. In the next report voters in Antrim are questioned as to their views, ten back in the studio Ken Reid gives his views on the voting system tomorrow, with Seamus Magee of the Electoral Commission explaining the photographic evidence people need to vote, he also comments on the issues being talked about, and the predictions of the results. The Assets Recovery Agency has won a High Court order to freeze assets worth £8m belonging to two Keady brothers, the case arose as last year the ARA investigated a third brother Damien McGleenan about fuel smuggling, Joseph and Francis McGleenan were then also investigated resulting in today's court action. Film report with ARA Alan McQuillan's interview on this case, and the upcoming changes in ARA. The NIO Security Minister Paul Goggins has told the Police Federation there are not plans to cut the number of officers or its budget he also denied the NIO had used O'Loan's collusion report to degenerate the RUC. Film report on today's meeting with Terry Spence's (Pol/Fed) reaction. A SF candidate Billy Leonard has received a bullet in the post. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06730 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9286 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 7th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 31 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
It's Election Polling Day good weather helps turnout, film report as party leaders go to vote, Paisley first, then Reg Empey, then SF's G Adams, then SDLP's M Durkan in Derry. Report profiles what you need to bring to be able to vote, then in the studio Ken Reid comments on the latest news about the financial package to be offered and the brisk turnout today so far. 3 men including Sean Clinton convicted for attack on Jeff Commander (Robert McCartney's friend). A new book published today deals with a peace process of 160 years ago, it's called Dwelling Place of the Dragons and was written by an American Margery Rubie, her relatives discovered diaries on the peace process found in a vault in the USA she researched the story and wrote the book. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06730 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9287 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
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Broadcast Company: |
ALL | Channel: |
ALL |
Type of Programme: |
ALL | ||
Series Title: |
Various | ||
Programme Title: |
Various | ||
Description: |
Stormont election results begin to come in. Reports from all the TV stations across the afternoon and evening, up to 10.30pm. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
371 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5505 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
32 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Election Results - Latest News | ||
Description: |
Latest new on the Stormont election results. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
372 | |
Country of Origin: |
Nothern Ireland | Record No. |
5506 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
37 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Election 07 | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Election 07 programme begins with headlines to date. The DUP is predicting it will make gains in a landslide victory, UUP still fighting off the challenge and could Alliance's Anna Lo become the first ethnic minority MLA at Stormont, introduced by Paul Clark. First film report is from Tracy Magee at the Kings Hall where all 4 Belfast seats are being counted, no result yet, but upsets are predicted with Anna Lo (All) poling very well and the UUP could lose a seat here, in East Belfast PUP's D Purvis has 2,500 1st preference votes and has a chance of holding David Ervine's seat, in North Belfast the UUP's Fred Cobain is under pressure to hold his seat, in West Belfast SF are delighted with maybe 5 seats, SDLP's A Attwood looks like winning but DUP's N Dodds may be in trouble. Next from the 7 Towers Centre in Ballymena, Ivan Little reports from the North Antrim and Mid-Ulster counts where both I Paisley Snr and M McGuiness are present, then back in the UTV studio the political edit Ken Reid says it looks like a good day for the DUP, then Jim Dougal a political commentator gives his views on the party's vote management tactics, then they go to Ards Leisure Centre for a report from David Morgan on Nth Down and Strangford, where it's reported the UKUP Bob McCartney is in difficulty, the DUP is topping the poll and Alliance and the UUP are holding their own and the shock could be Brian Wilson of the Green Party taking a seat. In Strangford the 4 DUP candidates have polled well and it's possible the UUP may have only 1 seat in Strangford and the Alliance and SDLP could be fighting for the 6th seat, then it's off to a chart for a look at the turnout figures for 2007 and 2003, constituency by constituency, followed by comments of Jim Dougal and Ken Reid. Then it's off to Banbridge for Nial Donnelly's report Upper Bann and Newry and Armagh's counts, in N & A it looks like SF will return 3 MLAs, 1DUP, 1 UUP and 1 SDLP. Davy Hyland who resigned from SF over policing and former DUP MLA Paul Berry aren't likely to be elected. In Upper Bann the contest for the last seat will be interesting at present it's likely John O'Dowd (SF) D Kelly (SDLP) and D Simpson (DUP) will be elected. It's believed the UUP will have difficulty holding its two seats. Then it's up to Ballymena where DUP's I Paisley arrives at the count calling on SF to repent and turn from their evil ways. After a break Paul Clark reads out the headlines to date, then a chart show the East Belfast result where DUP's Peter Robinson and Alliance's N Long were elected on the first count. Followed by a share of the vote chart East Belfast and those 2007 figures are compared to 2003 figures then comments from Ken Reid on vote management of DUP and Alliance's N Long doubling her vote, then Jim Dougal's views. Then a chart for North Belfast shows the voting figures there, with DUP's N Dodds and SF's G Kelly elected on the first count. Then the figures for Sth/Belfast where the DUP J Spratt and SDLP's A McDonnell are elected on the first count, then chart showing the share of the vote in Sth/Belfast in 2007 and in 2003 then Jim Dougal comments on the poor UUP showing because they ran ? Candidates, and Anna Lo's good performance. Then they switch to Fearghal McKinney who talks to QUB's Dr Peter Shirlow about the fall in the UUP vote, then he switches to a live interview with Alliances' N Long and Anna Lo. Followed by back in the studio the views of Unison's Patricia McKeown on the overall lack of women's candidates. Followed by views of SF's Pearce Doherty on their vote management tactics, he also comments on the performance of the DUP, then QUB's Peter Shirlow on the poor opposition votes to SF and DUP. Then it's off to Omagh Leisure Complex where Jeannie Johnston reports on the counts for Fermanagh/Sth Tyrone and West Tyrone, the lead comment is the collapse of Dr Kiernan Denne vote (Ind) from 2003. In Ferm/Sth Tyrone it looks like M Gildernew is already elected, the next summary then comes from to Lisburn for the Lagan Valley and Sth Down counts, Siobhan McGarry reports that J Donaldson has topped the Lagan Valley poll and that SF's Paul Butler has doubled their votes, also in Sth Down SF is polling well as is the DUP's Jim Wells, the UUP are just holding on. Back in the studio, Jim Dougal and Ken Reid comment on the latest constituency reports and the UUP performances in Belfast, which isn't going well for them. Then from W Belfast, the voting figures are shown with SF taking the top 4 places but Adams' names is missing, the new figures are shown and G Adams is indeed top of the poll and elected on the 1st count, the other 4 SF candidates are behind him then DUP's D Dodds, and A Attwood, then a chart shows the parties share of the vote for 2007 and the change since 2003. Ken Reid calls it fantastic vote management by SF, and then Jim Dougal says they will take 5 seats with SDLP/DUP fighting for the 6th seat. (2pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06740 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9290 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
53 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Election 07 | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Paul Clark he begins by showing the state of the parties board at this moment, with 12 seats declared, then Ken Reid and Jim Dougal comment on the parties performances to dates, with DUP and SF doing well, then the result comes in from Lagan Valley, where J Donaldson topped the poll for the DUP. It's called an example of bad vote management by Paul Clark, the next charge shows the share of the 1st preference votes in 2007 and compares it to the 2003 figures, then Jim Dougal comments on the SF vote for Paul Butler and the SDLP's M Farrell, and the DUP's vote management, then they look at the figures for East L'Derry where DUP's G Campbell tops the poll and is elected, SF's Francie Brolly is 2nd but short of a quota, then a chart shows the change in voting numbers between 2007 and 2003 then it's off to Nth Antrim, where DUP's I Paisley tops the poll, he's elected and so also is SF's Daithi McKay who's also elected, the panel speculate on the DUP taking 4 seats and comment on the SF vote, with SDLP's D O'Loan still in with a chance. Next it's out to Ards Leisure Centre and David Morgan's report on the declaration with DUP's Alex Easton topping the poll, and elected, UKUP Bob McCartney's vote is down 1500 votes, and the Green's Brian Wilson has done well he's ahead of UUP's Alan McFarland . In the Strangford constituency Iris Robinson (DUP) is confident they can take the 4 seats, back in the studio the figures for the count are shown, Ken Reid and J Dougal comment on the DUP vote management, and the rise in the Alliance Party vote and the reasons behind it, then it's up to Antrim for a report from Vicky Hawthorn on the Sth and East Antrim constituencies, in East Antrim the DUP's S Wilson is expected to top the poll, with it being as you were for the other 5 seats, in Sth Antrim SF's M McLaughlin may be elected on the 1st count, with SDLP's Thomas Burns losing out, the UUP's D Burnside is also not doing so well, after a break, the figures for East Antrim are declared, DUP's S Wilson tops the poll and is elected. Paul Clark reads out all the votes cases and looks at the parties share of the vote and the change since the 2003 election, with Ken Reid comments on the fall in the UUP vote, then it's over to Fearghal McKinney who talks to SF's M McLaughlin in Sth Antrim about the reasons for his strong vote and the growth of SF and the lack of any dissident impact. F McKinney then switches to Ian Paisley (All) for his views on the rise of Alliances votes, F McKinney then switches to an earlier interview with SF's G Adams on their vote management in West Belfast and winning 5 seats in West/Belfast and the Province wide SF vote. Then F McKinney announces 2 SF elected in West Tyrone, Barry McIlduff and Pat Doherty, he then asks Davy Adams (commentator) in the studio to comment on the UUP performance to date, he feels they need a root end branch overall as they are in trouble, he thinks UUP voters have moved to Alliance. F McKinney then interviews PUP's D Purvis on her chances of re-election in East Belfast seat of D Ervine, she comments on her votes message to the UVF on disarming, then it's over to Paul Clark to look at the voting figures for West Tyrone, where SF have 2 MLAs elected on the 1st count, the DUP's candidates are also well placed above UUP's D Hussey and Ind ? K Deeney, then the figures for Sth Armagh/Newry show SF's Conor Murphy and SF's Cathal Boylan both elected on the 1st count, with the UUP's D Kennedy in 3rd place, (Wm Fraser Ind got 605 votes), a chart shows the share of 1st preference votes and the change since 2003. Then Jim Dougal and Ken Reid comments on the Davy Hyland vote, and the likely result in this seat with the SDLP only getting one seat ant he collapse of the Paul Berry (Ind) vote. After a break Paul Clark reviews the state of the parties board, then in Ballymena Ivan Little interviews the DUP leader Ian Paisley Snr who says he has won't the right to negotiate a settlement with the British government but they must get SF/IRA to deliver, he says he won't talk to SF until they repudiate their terrorism, and help the police with terrorist crimes, he highlights M Gildernew's recent comment and other SF remarks on civil and political policing by SF MLAs, this has set back the entire process, Paisley says he's a democrat who doesn't talk to loyalist or republican terrorists, Paisley says he has succeeded in breaking the strength of SF simply because he refuses to go down to their level and they detest that, he reveals he told Tony Blair this. Back in the studio P Clark reveals the figures for Sth Down where SF's C Ruane has topped the poll above SDLP's M Ritchie, but haven't got quotas, then it's over to Siobhan McGarry at Lagan Valley/Sth Down count for her report on Sth/Down, in Lagan Valley she says SF's Paul Butler looks like getting elected at the expense of the SDLP, then Ken Reid and Jim Dougal comment on Sth/Down votes, then they switch to F McKinney who talk to Alliance leader David Ford on the improvement in their vote and where it's coming from. Followed by in the studio by the views of Ann Monaghan of the Fair Rates Campaign on how the results will affect their campaign against rates increases, then after a break Paul Clark shows a state of the parties board, then F McKinney interviews UUP dep/leader Danny Kennedy about the poor UUP performance this election, he claims they aren't a party in meltdown and heir vote isn't collapsing and that currently they are just in a rebuilding process after the 2005 election, he feels they had a strong united team and the DUP played the stop SF becoming the biggest party card. Then it's over to Paul Clark again for a look at the state of the parties again, he then shows the voting figures for Ferm/Sth/Tyrone where Arlene Foster (UUP) topped the poll over SF's M Gildernew and the UUP's T Elliott topped the DUP's M Morrow. Then he shows the share of the vote figures for 2007 and 2003, then he shows the results for Foyle where DUP Wm Hay tops the poll and is elected with SDLP's M Durkan, then figures for the share of the vote in Foyle in 2007 and 2003, then Jim Dougal comments on the last 2 areas figures as does Ken Reid. Then F McKinney interviews the SDLP leader Mark Durkan who gives his reaction to the SDLP performance in Foyle and across NI, he would have preferred more votes and they will learn the lessons but they aren't in decline as pundits claim, then Paul Clark ends the segment. (5pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06750 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9291 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
26 mins 52 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Election 07 | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Programme begins with a summary of events so far, in the counts across N Ireland and today's election headlines from Jane Loughrey, P Robinson, N Long wins, J Spratt, A McDonnell and Anna Lo in Sth Belfast then in North Belfast DUP' N Dodds and SF's G Kelly wins, SF's performance in West/Belfast with G Adams topping the poll, from Ballymena Paisley is buoyant, DUP's G Campbell in East L'derry, then profile of poor UUP performance, in Lagan Valley J Donaldson tops the poll but SF's P Butler takes a seat here for the first time, SF M McLaughlin is expected to take a SF seat in Sth Antrim, the final state of the parties won't be established till tomorrow. Paul Clark then shows a state of the parties with 22 seats declared, then F McKinney talks to SF's G Adams in Belfast and in Omagh the DUP's A Foster. Adams begins by praising his West/Belfast election team and then says the vote was about establishing a power sharing executive by March 26th, DUP's A Foster says the next few weeks are about whether SF can come up to the mark for democracy to build devolution that's stable, when SF are democratic then the DUP will talk to them. G Adams replies people voted to have bread and butter issues resolved by NI politicians, A Foster says she will respect his mandate on grounds of equality when SF is equal to the rest of the politicians and is fully democratic, she says a vote for the DUP isn't the same as a vote for SF. Adams says there's no possibility of getting a peace dividend from the British government unless there are functioning institutions here by March 26th. Then it's back to Paul Clark who announces breaking news that Ind/repub candidate in West Tyrone Gerry McGeough has been arrested by the PSNI over an attempt to kill a UDR man in 1981. Then P Clark shows the votes cast in Mid-Ulster with M McGuiness topping the poll from DUP's Ian McCrea (son of William), 4 MLAs are elected the above 2 plus SF's Francie Molloy and Michelle O'Neill, then a chart shows the parties vote share and the change since 2003. The experts Jim Dougal and Ken Reid comment on the votes cast. After break, a first count result from Strangford is mentioned but before looking at that a film report from Niall Donnelly in Banbridge on a result in Upper Bann where DUP's D Simpson has passed the quota, also has SF's John O'Dowd, he then profiles the remaining state of the candidates. Then Paul Clark switches to Strangford to look at the votes cast chart, Iris Robinson and Jim Shannon of the DUP top the poll but Alliance's K McCarthy is in 3rd place, then a chart shows the parties share of the vote in 2007 and change since 2003. Then Jim Dougal comments on the performance of the DUP and Alliance and the hopes of the SDLP's Joe Boyle. Ken Reid calls it excellent DUP management then F McKinney interviews the UUP leader Reg Empey about his leadership he says the important question is whether we have an executive restored here by March 26th, what happens to him is irrelevant he says, he then highlights the weak position from which he started in 2005, he want to see an agenda for normal politics and that's what people want, but the DUP tactic of stopping SF getting First Minister made it a sectarian head count. Back in the studio QUB Peter Shirlow asks why have most unionists voted DUP, then Anne Monaghan of Fair Rates Campaign gives his views of the DUP and SF's financial plans, SF's Pearce Doherty comments on what people voted for yesterday and he comments on Paisley's call for SF to repent. Then Paul Clark takes a look at the upper ? first count with SF's John O'Dowd and DUP's D Simpson elected, then look at the share of the vote compared to 2003 and for 2007. Jim Dougal comments on the effect of David Trimble not standing for the UUP as P Clark announces M McLaughlin might top the poll in Sth Antrim, Jim Dougal remarks on that fact, then P Clark announces Reg Empey UUP has been elected in East Belfast, the first UUP candidate to be successful in this election, Ken Reid comments on the UUP performance. Jim Dougal says this result today is what the two governments wanted, then Paul Clark switches to show an interview with DUP's I Paisley Snr shown in an earlier report, in which he claims to have broken the strength of SF, and why he won't talk to them, he won't be in government with SF as we know them today. Then Paul Clark gives an update on the arrest of Ind/repub candidate Gerry McGeough in Omagh, then he shows the state of the parties board at present and the share of the vote after 17 counts completed with the Province wide change since 2003. Then comment from Ken Reid and J Dougal on today's results. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06750 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9292 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
58 mins 20 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
Election News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Begins with round-up of today's news, DUP's I Paisley Snr is still refusing to commit his party to power sharing but SF's G Adams says the result show the majority of people want the executive re-established, the UUP have done badly and the Alliance Party's new candidate in Sth/Belfast Anna Lo is on the brink of electoral history. A film report from Mervyn Jess covers the events of the day from 9 am in the count centres, at lunchtime Paisley comments in Ballymena, SF aren't entitled to be at the talks table till they declare themselves for democracy, then in Belfast SF's G Adams had a message for the DUP, as Bobby Sands said our revenge will be the laughter of our children. In East/Belfast Alliance N Long's outpolled Reg Empey, she explains why to M Jess and tells the DUP just to get on with it, UUP's Reg Empey appeared pragmatic in his remarks even though they polled badly. Other candidates like former DUP MLA Paul Berry and UKUP's Bob McCartney are also polling badly, as is Dianne Dodds (DUP) and former SF member Davy Hyland, Anna Lo of Alliance however is on the verge of making UK electoral history. A vox pop of voters views is included in the report, then UUP's Billy Bell comments on losing his seat. Next report concerns the arrest in Omagh of Ind/repub candidate Gerry McGeough and Vincent McAnespie who were arrested by PSNI investigating and 1981 murder attempt on UDR soldier Sam Brush. Film report with film of G McGeough out campaigning, the SF MP Michelle Gildernew condemns his arrest as political policing. Vincent McAnespie's wife Brenda, a SF Cllr in Monaghan givers her reaction to the arrests, then other news item concerns a schoolboy injured when hit by a car in Coleraine, and the death of Steven Turner (23) in car crash in Co Antrim, film report. Then Noel Thompson interviews the DUP J Donaldson from his count centre, he rejects UUP's Reg Empey's criticisms that the DUP are huffing and puffing, and has a dig at him for scraping in, in East/Belfast and for being poor on electoral tactics and negotiations. He then asks for delivery from SF and criticises SF MP Michelle Gildernew's criticisms of the PSNI arrest of Geogh/McAnespie, Noel Thompson then asks Donaldson what are you going to be asking the British government for in next week's talks, Donaldson emphasises the importance of a financial package, he then says again SF must deliver on policing and he wants the government to include exclusion mechanism for SF if they default in the future. The financial package isn't linked to SF's position says Donaldson this time DUP wants Executive to be stable. Then N Thompson switches to interview SF's M McLaughlin in Foyle, he rejects any exclusion idea of the DUP an tells them get real if they don't go into power sharing by March the governments should tell them the British and Irish governments will jointly rule NI. He's asked to explain the difference between political and civic policing, Mitchel outlines what the PSNI has to do to win over nationalists and that's not arresting candidates on election day, he outlines the fact Vincent McAnespie has been living in NI for years, yet he's arrested on election day. M McLaughlin says the next 3 weeks should be parties preparing for government and discussing the bread and butter issues. Then Mark Carruthers shows a computer generated graphics of the 48 seats from the 108 declared, showing the party breakdown, then he invites Mark Davenport to speculate on the final party numbers of MLAs, Sydney Elliott agrees with his numbers and they comment on the ministerial breakdown if those figures are correct then they show the current state of the parties board, and then the party share on the first preference vote and the change since 2003, with Davenport comment on the UUP's loses. Then it's over to Noel Thompson who talks to Alliance N Long, UUP B McCrea, Irish News Noel Doran and the SDLP's Alistair McDonnell, he asks Noel Doran for his views on the electoral battle within nationalism, which he says is less dramatic than the one within unionism, although SF have won the day, they profile the SF performance in West Belfast, then Alex Kane comments on the demise again of the UUP and their over fielding of candidates, then Basil McCrea (UUP_ outlines his disappointment and says why on earth would you vote Ulster Unionist, he give his answer to this question, then the SDLP's A McDonnell says people have given SF and the DUP the benefit of the doubt but don't want more round and round tactics from the 2 parties, he can see another election down the road. Alliance N Long comments where their extra votes are coming from, which she says is the UUP, she feels they can expand their base, and she sceptical that SF and the DUP who do even speak to each other could run a government here in 3 weeks time. Not counting local government by elections, NI has had 39 elections since 1974, surely not another one says Noel Thompson, then it's over to the Kings Hall Belfast count with Jim Fitzpatrick who summarises the latest news on candidates, then he interviews PUP's Dawn Purvis who's pretty certain of retaining David Ervine's seat, she comments on getting votes off the UUP, and their campaign, they knocked 13,000 doors over 11 nights, she believes we will have devolved government but maybe not on the 25th March. Then N Thompson switches to reporter Chris Butler in Lagan Valley count for an update, he interviews David Archery a local UUP Cllr who says Reg Empey must shape up or shape out, the strategy needs to change he feels. Then Noel Thompson asks UUP's Basil McCrea for his reaction to that criticism of R Empey, he feels it's all about consensus in NI, if there's no consensus maybe another jurisdiction should rule us, UUP took the view constitutional issue is sorted, then A McDonnell is asked about the UUP leadership, he comments only on why the SDLP vote slipped, he blames the two governments at St Andrews who placated the problem parties and he doesn't see a DUP/SF coalition working, then it's over to Mark Carruthers for a look at the figures for Newry/Armagh the first constituency to return all 6 MLAs, Mark Davenport comments on the results 3 SF, 1 UUP, 1 DUP, 1 SDLP. They also look at the vote share this time and the change since 2003. Then they examine the East Belfast seat, with figures for votes cast, then the vote share of 1st preference votes and the change since 2003. Then it's over to South Belfast, the figures are shown, Sydney Elliott comments and the vote share and change since 2003 are shown. Then Mark Davenport shows the votes cast in West Belfast where SF will take all 5 seats, Sydney Elliott comments on the impressive SF vote management, the vote share is shown and the change since 2003, then it's back to Noel Thompson, who asks Alex Kane to comment on Reg Empey's UUP leadership, he says they need to decide on what's the role of the UUP, he comments on the financial deal the British government will offer, and he thinks the DUP will go into government within 6 months, Irish News editor Noel Doran also feels the DUP will do a deal with SF but a fudge will probably happen on March 26th. N Long (All) thinks they will be involved over coming weeks, they won't stable devolution, Noel Doran comments on why SF wants devolved government with DUP to work when many people say they prefer instability, he says they have taken big decision on policing, that was with a view to taking political power here and one eye on the Republic. It's then over to Mark Carruthers who looks at the figures area by area for the swing from UUP to the DUP, with comments of Mark Davenport and Sydney Elliott, then they look at the votes cast figures for Fermanagh/Sth Tyrone where DUP's A Foster topped the poll, they look at the vote share and change since 2003 in Fermanagh, then next it's North Belfast's results with DUP's N Dodds topping the poll, all the votes cast are shown, then the vote share and change since 2003. Mark Davenport then profiles the votes case for Ind Raymond McCord which came from all sections of the community. Then Noel Thompson talks to reporter Martin Cassidy in Sth Down for an update where SF's C Ruane and Wm Clarke are elected and the SDLP's M Ritchie. It's expected DUP's Jim Wells, UUP's John McAllister and P J Bradley of the SDLP will also be elected, then it's over to the Kings Hall where Jim Fitzpatrick announces in Sth/Belfast Alliance's Anna Lo is elected. In the studio N Long comments on Anna Lo's performance, then Alex Kane comments. (10.30pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06760 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9293 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 9th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
1 hr 30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) & BBC | Channel: |
UTV & BBC 1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Election Results - 3pm and 6pm | ||
Description: |
Latest new of election results from both UTV and BBC 1 | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
372 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5507 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 9th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
40 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Election 07 | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Programme begins with news headlines for the day to date, SF and DUP top the poll, the next step begins, talks at Hillsborough, the Greens get their first ever MLA here, Alliance win 7 seats, Paul Clark then introduces the programme saying 105 of the 108 seats have now been declared, early next week he says the talks on devolution will involve the PM Tony Blair and the Chancellor Gordon Brown. He then shows a current state of the parties board, then the percentage share of the vote for parties now and at the 05 Westminster election and then the 03 Stormont election. Then commentators J Dougal and Ken Reid give their analysis of the outcome and the parties performances, they look at the result from East Antrim to date, which still has one seat to declare and they reckon UUP's Ken Robinson will beat SDLP's Danny O'Connor for the 6th seat. Ken Reid explains under D'hondt system, the DUP will get 4 executive seats, SF 3 seats, the UUP 2 seats and the SDLP 1 seat, then they switch live to the East Antrim count where reported Vicky Hawthorne gives an update on the count, she also comments on the final result from Sth Antrim where the 6 MLAs are now elected including SF's M McLaughlin and Alliance leader David Ford, UUP's D Burnside, DUP's Rev Wm McCrea and Trevor Clarke and the SDLP's Thomas Burns. Then they go live to the Ards count where reported David Morgan reports on the DUP taking all 4 seats it stood for, the other 2 MLAs are Alliance (1) and UUP (1), SDLP's Joe Boyle lost out by 31 votes, the reporter then comments on the election of the Green candidate Brian Wilson in Nth/Down, back in the studio Jim Dougal comments on the elimination of the UKUP's Bob McCartney, then Ken Reid's views on the UKUP's poor performance, they also comment on the Strangford constituency result and the DUP and SDLP performances. Then it's off live to the Omagh counting centre where Jeannie Johnston reports on the Ferm/Sth Tyrone and West Tyrone seats, with both counts now completed. In West Tyrone the Ind Dr Kiernan Deeney took the last seat ahead of the SDLP, SF took 3 seats, the UUP's Derek Hussey lost his seat, and the DUP took 2 seats. In Ferm/Sth Tyrone it ended 3 nats, 3 unionist MLAs, the reporter comments on the poor performance of the SDLP in West Tyrone who have now no MLA in that area, with poor vote management blamed for their defeat. Back in the studio, Jim Dougall and Ken Reid comment on the SDLP vote in West Tyrone. Then it's over live to report Siobhan McGarry at Forestside in Belfast who asks the public what they think of the results, unnamed people comment on hopes for the future. After a break a current state of the parties board for 105 MLAs is shown, this time Paul Clark shows a breakdown of the others group which is 7 Alliance (up from 6 in 2003), 1 PUP, 1 Ind and 1 Green Party. Next Paul Clark looks aback some of the political faces from the past who are no longer MLAs. The film report shows S Mallon, J Hume, Gary McMichael, Eileen Bell, D Trimble, D Ervine, S Close, M McWilliams, B Rodgers, J Alderdyce, B De Brun, John Gorman and Billy Hutchinson and Sean Farren. Then in next segment Fearghal McKinney interviews Chris Thornton (Bel/Tel) Anne Monaghan (Fair Rates Campaign) and political commentator Brian Feeney, he begins by asking about their views on the DUP performance and the chances of the DUP going into power sharing, the executive will have 6 unionists and 4 nationalists and that will assist the DUP to go into power sharing they agree. Anne Monaghan laments the loss of B McCartney and a political voice for unionists in Wes/Bel, they then comments on the continuing decline in the SDLP seats over 10 years with poor vote management blamed. After break Paul Clark confirms Ken Robinson (UUP) has been re-elected in East Antrim, the commentators comment, then they go live to Derry City for a report from Alison Fleming on the counts progress there but a sound problem stops that report. They return to studio where Ken Reid comment further on the East Antrim results, then they return to Alison Fleming in Derry for her report, the battle there is currently between 2 SDLP candidates Helen Quigley and Mary Bradley, in East/L'Derry A McQuillan has been elected for the DUP. Then it's back to F McKinney who talks to the Alliance leader David Ford for his views on what will happen now, he says that depends on the government who up to know have engaged in side deals with the DUP and SF, he hopes that now the government will begin a more inclusive process, but he see little sign of that, he points out that in Sth/Antrim the DUP's Wm McCrea won't share the platform with SF's M McLaughlin, yet we are expected to believe these 2 parties could be in government together in 2 ? time. Ford then comments on T Blair's role and the March deadline, which he doesn't believe is a firm deadline since Blair wants a NI solution as his legacy. F McKinney then talks to Alex Kane (UUP) on the party's loss of another 22,000 votes, he feels Reg Empey is still safe as leaders as the UUP has 2 executive seats, then SF's Paul Maskey gives his views on the allegation SF and the DUP will carve up the future between them, which he rejects saying SF favours equality, but N Long (All) isn't sure the DUP/SF will provide progress by March 26th, she give her views however that he DUP will go into government by the summer. Then it's back again to the Derry count where SDLP's Pat Ramsey and Mary Bradley have been elected, that means the SDLP have kept their 3 seats in Foyle, it is the only constituency where the SDLP vote went up (10%), a chart is shown showing the vote preferences and the change since 2003. Back to the studio panel where Alex Kane talks on vote management concept, then N Long (All) says she believes Alliance got its votes back from the UUP this time, that had been lent to them in 2003. Then it's over to Paul Clark who shows the final state of the parties board with 108 MLAs elected. It's DUP 36, SF 28, UUP 18, SDLP 16, Alliance 7, others 3, then a chart shows the 1st preference votes for the 2007 election with a further chart showing the SF/SDLP and DUP/UUP vote preferences, followed by comments of Jim Dougal and Ken Reid. (5pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06760 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9294 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 9th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 56 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Begins with news report on the arrest of yesterday's count of independent Republican candidate Gerry McGeogh. Film report from Ivan Little has footage of G McGeogh canvassing and speaking at a SF meeting about policing on 30/1/07, and Little comments on the alleged murder attempt by McGeogh on UDR man S Brush in 1981, who gives his reaction to the arrest, then Joe McAnulty McGeogh's election agent comments, then his wife Maria McGeogh's views, also arrested was Vincent McAnespie from Aughnacloy, his wife is a Monaghan SF Cllr, she gives her reaction, then SF MP M Gildernew's views, then PSNI statement. In the High Court lawyers for Prison Officers on duty when LVF leader Billy Wright was shot have requested immunity. Film report, then it's over to Paul Clark who gives the election headlines for the day. Then shows the completed (?) of the parties board, followed by a chart showing the parties share of the votes across NI followed by a look at the changes in that share since the 2003 Stormont election. Then Film report from Jane Loughrey looks at the days winners and losers, beginning with the Green Party's Brian Wilson election in Nth/Down with his reaction, then coverage of the elimination of the UKUP's Bob McCartney with his statement. In West Tyrone Ind, Dr Kiernan Deeney was elected, he comment on his success, then from Strangford where the DUP won 4 seats, Jim Shannon says working with SF would stick in his crawl, in West Belfast SF took 5 of the 6 seats with DUP's D Dodds losing out, in Sth/Antrim M McLaughlin of SF topped the poll, and in Lagan Valley Paul Butler also took a seat for SF, in Upper Bann John O'Dowd (?) topped the poll, he comments o his success. In Nth/Bel, the UUP Fred Cobain held onto his seat as did leader Reg Empey, in East Belfast the Alliance leader D Ford won in Sth Antrim and Anna Lo won in Sth/Belfast and N Long in East Belfast. D Ford gives his reaction to their success, then the PUP's D Purvis success in D Ervine's East Belfast seat is profiled as is Paul Berry the former DUP MLAs loss in Newry/Armagh. A further film report from Julie O'Connor reviews NI Sec Peter Hain's talks today with I Paisley Snr (DUP) in Ballymena, while earlier at Hillsborough Hain had met SF's G Adams and M McGuiness. Afterwards Peter Hain said the assembly would close if a deal isn't done by March 26th. From Brussels the 2 PM T Blair and B Ahern commented on the election result and the issues as they saw it. Meanwhile SF's G Adams in Belfast called on the DUP to do the deal on March 26th as the people voted for it, then the DUP's P Robinson gives his reaction. Back in the studio Fearghal McKinney interviews the DUP's S Wilson and SF's M McLaughlin comment on what mandate they believe, they won today. For the future, both seem to agree, then S Wilson comments on the financial package they want from G Brown and why he doesn't think it's a good idea to approach the Chancellor with SF, then M McLaughlin says through the Stormont financial committee they have a common proposal which could go to G Brown and he believes they should approach Brown together. The next film report from Susan Miller follows the successful Alliance candidate in Sth/Belfast Anna Lo during the day as she visit a Chinese home for the elderly. Anna Lo then comments on her success and the hard work they put in the campaign, she comment on the issues she wants to promote. The next report is from Siobhan McGarry at Forestside in Sth/Belfast where she interviews unnamed members of the public on the issues they want the politicians tackle, and their views of SF and DUP doing a deal. Back in the studio Ken Reid and Jim Dougal comment on the parties performances and the negotiations that have begun, both agree this is the result the politicians in London/Dublin wanted. Then F McKinney interviews UUP's Reg Empey on his party's performance, he's glad to get 2 executive seats, Empey says P Hain is firm on the March 26th deadline and he want Paisley to seize the moment and go for the 26th March, then SDLP's M Durkan comments on Hain's firmness about the 26th March deadline, he comments on only getting 1 executive seat, R Empey says his reforms of the UUP will continue, Durkan says both the SDLP and UUP have a role to play at Stormont, then lastly the state of the parties board is shown again, then final remarks of Ken Reid and J Dougal. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06770 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9295 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 9th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Review of the complete election results, begins with headlines, then look at the state of the parties board followed by film report from Martina Purdy on the events of the last 2 days, beginning with review of the DUP's performance, in Strangford, however D Dodd's lost out in West Belfast as SF won 5 seats, in Sth Antrim SF's M McLaughlin topped the poll and Paul Butler won in Lagan Valley for the first time. At the Sth/Antrim count the DUP's Wm McCrea object to SF supporters shouting up the 'RA'. At the Sth/Down count, the DUP's Jim Wells was involved in a slanging match with republicans and in Lisburn the DUP's Edwin Poots commented on SF's P Butler shooting policemen in the back. M Purdy asks can partners like these make devolution work then a film clip shows T Blair's reaction to the March 26th deadline being doubted. After meeting Peter Hain, I Paisley made no comment to the press, the SF leader Gerry Adams also met P Hain and at a news conference afterwards said the governments should restore institutions of the GFA. UUP's Basil McCrea comments on why the UUP done badly. In a further film interview the DUP's P Robinson outlines what they expect SF to do before they'll agree to being partners in government, to support policing, Robinson's rejects recent comments by SF's M Gildernew and G Adams on policing, then SF's M McLaughlin says the March 26th deadline should be a firm deadline, if there's no deal the two governments govern here together he says. Then in the studio using computer graphics mark Carruthers shows the Stormont MLAs breakdown, then Carruthers and BBC political editor discuss some of the constituencies like, Fermanagh/Sth Tyrone, West Tyrone, Mid-Ulster, Newry/Armagh, Sth Down and Strangford. With the UUP and SDLP now bringing up the rear in N Ireland politics a film report hers the views firstly of Reg Empey who has no intention of standing down and he outlines UUP successes in the past, then SDLP's M Durkan blames the British government tactics, then Mark Carruthers and Mark Davenport profile results in Upper Bann, Lagan Valley, North Belfast, West Belfast, East Belfast, Sth/Belfast, this is followed by a film report by Tara Mills on Anna Lo's election, her victory speech, her comments on worldwide reaction and film of her visiting a Chinese community centre where Chinese residents comment. Then back to Mark Carruthers who completes his review of the constituencies and their MLAs firstly it's; Foyle, then East L'Derry, Nth Antrim, East Antrim, Sth Antrim, and Nth/Down then M Davenport/M Carruthers discuss the shape of any new executive using D'hondt system, with First Min/Dep/First/Min, then 4 DUP ministers, 3 SF, 2 UUP and 1 SDLP ministers, which is a 6 to 4 unionist majority, then comment on what's going happen in the next few weeks. Then it's back to other news, the Police Ombudsman has begun allegations into collusion between the security forces and the IRA, film report from Vincent Kearney on 6 incidents in question over 20 years, it's believed Fred Scappaticci is central to the inquiry, into July 92 PIRA killing of John Dignam, Nuala O'Loan comments, another case being considered is the murder of Anthony McKiernan on 19.1.88 his daughter Sharon Murtagh comments on Fred Scappaticci involvement. (6.30pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06770 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9296 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 12th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
18 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In West Belfast a man has been shot dead and a second man wounded near Milltown. Film report from Milltown Row scene, with Det/Superintendent George Clarke's comments on how they found the body after a second wounded man went to the RVH, the MP SF's G Adams calls for anyone with information to go to the PSNI, then SDLP MLA Alex Attwood comments. Also last night in North Belfast another man was found murdered, beaten to death, near the Ardoyne Working Men's Club, film report with Fr Aidan Troy's comments, the body is unidentified. The Ind/republican candidate in the election Gerry McGeough has been charged with the attempted murder of UDR soldier Sam Brush on June 1981, also charged was Vincent McAnespie. Film report with their lawyer Pat Fahy comments. At Stormont today politicians arrived to meet the British/government, first in was SF delegation, later their 28 MLAs held a group meeting, SF's Michelle O'Neill comments, then Daithi McKay. Also at Stormont today were the DUP MLAs, new MLA Simon Hamilton from Strangford comments on what republicans must do. Alliance MLAs also appear for a photo. The latest report from the IMC says dissident republican here remain a threat, and that the British government's two-year demilitarisation programme is ahead of schedule. Film report on the IMC's 14th report from Tracy Magee, says the IRA leadership has turned its back on criminal activity, IMC's John Grieve comments, but as for diss/groups the IMC says they continue to engage in terrorism but it's added they haven't the capacity to sustain a serious terrorist campaign. Next is report from Ken Reid at Hillsborough who comments on Peter Hain's remarks today about reversing water charges and rates reform, and current thinking on the march 26th deadline the next report examines what it's like to low your Stormont seat, with Firstly DUP's D Dodds who comments on her loss, then UUP's M Copeland who lost out to the DUP in East Belfast give his views. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06770 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9297 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 13th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 43 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Yesterday's two murder victims have been named as Joseph Jones (38) and Eddie Burns, between them they had 8 children. Film reports on the separate killings, with a clear motive yet known. First report from scene of Joe Jones killing in Ardoyne, a neighbour of his in Twinbrook Michael George comments then coverage of Eddie Burns killing at Milltown Row, he was a father of five from Ardoyne. PSNI have not as yet linked the murders. The British government has issued proposals today to support the Irish language including an Irish language commissioner, in the studio An Pobals Janet Muller gives her reaction to the move and an Irish Language Act and the DUP's opposition. DUP leader I Paisley met P Hain today, verbal report. (1.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06770 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9298 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 14th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 38 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The murders of Joe Jones and Eddie Burns have been linked to dissident republicans. Film report from Julie O'Connor pieces together the last movements of the dead men, the PSNI are hunting 2 men who have sent on the run, they'd been drinking on the Falls Rd that Sunday, one of them flashed a gun in a pub, they then wanted to go to Ardoyne to see Joe Jones. Ed Burns was their taxi driver, after a row in the car they shot Ed Burns and went in Ardoyne in Ed Burn's car and for whatever reason killed Joe Jones. PSNI recovered a shotgun and 2 handguns. SDLP's MLA Alex Attwood comments. Breaking news the PSNI have fired shots in an incident in the Oldpark area. In East Belfast's Upper Frank St the body of a man has been found. Ian Paisley and Gerry Adams have held separate meetings with PM T Blair and the Chancellor G Brown in London. Film report from Ken Reid with Blair's comments upbeat in the Commons on the NI election, then after his meeting with Blair and Brown G Adams (SF) was optimistic, but the DUP's P Robinson said more work needed to be done. Meanwhile at NI questions it was the financial package situation which dominated, N Dodd speaks to NI Sec P Hain on the situation, I Paisley also spoke on the financial package. Then Ken Reid live from Westminster gives his analysis of today's events. In Dublin Courts Don Bulman (32) from Cork was jailed for 4 years for money laundering in the aftermath of the Dec 04 Northern Bank robbery. Film report. At Laganside Courts the security sanger was removed today. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06770 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9299 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 16th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, at the white House on the eve of St Patrick's Day, B Ahern presented US President G Bush with the traditional bowl of shamrocks. Film report with B Ahern's comments that we are closer to peace in Ireland than at any other time then G Bush's reply. In Armagh the Ch of Ireland successor to Robin Eames, Alan Harper has been installed as Archbishop of Armagh. Film report says his theme was reconciliation and forgiveness, also present at the service was SF's C Murphy and M Anderson, the Duke of Edinburgh and the President of Ireland Mary McAleese and Catholic Archbishop Sean Brady. SF's C Murphy comments on his presence, then M Anderson views, UUP Mayor of Craigavon Ken Tywble welcomed the SF presence, then readings by Duke of Edinburgh and A Harper's sermon on reconciliation. The CIRA has denied it was involved in the murder of Joe Jones or Eddie Burns this week in Belfast, today the funeral took place of Ed Burns. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06770 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9301 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 19th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
5 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, the Ambulance Service has said they were attacked last night as they responded to a British/Army helicopter crash near Crossmaglen. Film report live from Tracey Magee with eye witness Amanda Morgan's account, 4 policemen and 3 military were on board no-one was seriously hurt. SDLP MLA Dominic Bradley comments then the local SF MP Conor Murphy denies the Ambulance Services version of events. Then DUP's I Paisley Jnr calls Conor Murphy's view "claptrap". The Police Federation here has cut its ties with the Ombudsman's office. Film report. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9302 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 20th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 43 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The PSNI caught a gang trying to rob a cash delivery van on the Falls Rd, Belfast today. Film report on the 3rd PSNI success in foiling robberies in the last 3 weeks, 4 men arrested, review of previous successes with SDLP's A Attwood's reaction. In Newry a man was arrested after a teenage girl was raped. The SF President G Adams says his party is delivering on policing. In Crossmaglen last night, troop guarding the crashed army helicopter were attacked by 70 youths throwing petrol bombs, the local SF MP says he's disappointed by a small sinister element. Film report with PSNI Sup Bobby Hunniford's comments. (10.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9303 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 21st Mar 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 33 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(No opening titles) SF's G Adams has told the UP if they don't go into an executive with SF they'll get no financial package to help NI from Gordon Brown the chancellor, film package. Then from London Ken Reid comments on DUP's meeting today in London with T Blair, he says a DUP executive meeting in East Belfast on Saturday morning should reveal if we're going to have a devolved government or not. The next report looks at Chancellor Gordon Brown's 11th budge today and its main points, then a further report speculates that G Brown might offer the NI parties tomorrow to bring fuel duties here into line with the Republic, the report points out that in 1985 (Oct) fuel in NI was cheaper than in the Republic now that situation has reversed. Noel Smyth of the Petrol Retailers Assoc comment on the current situation. In Killyleagh Co Armagh the local Orange hall has been attacked for a 4th time. The Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan says she's standing by her recent report on collusion despite an attack by the retired Police Officer's Assoc. Film report on Jan's report then list of criticisms from Chris Albiston, then Nuala O'Loan rejects the criticism followed by reaction from Raymond McCord, whose complaint against the RUC led to the report, who attacks Albiston's views. In a separate investigation the Police Ombudsman has found it was necessary for a PSNI officer to shot a man on 24.11.02 in Belfast. Film report on failed bomb attack at DVLA offices leading to the incident. At the High Court Kevin McAnespie got bail on a charge of attempting to murder UDR Pte Sam Brush in 1981. Film report. In Derry the DUP's William Hay has called for the removals of an INLA memorial in the city cemetery as it hasn't got permission to be there, it was erected 7 years ago. Film report with Wm Hay comments then response from IRSP's Martin McMonagle. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9304 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Mar 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Ian Paisley Junior (DUP) and Mitchell McLaughlin (SF) discuss the British Chancellors £1 Billion devolution package for Northern Ireland followed by an interview with the Northern Ireland secretary Peter Hain, on his hopes for Loyalist decommissioning and the Chancellors financial package offer. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
372 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5508 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Mar 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 36 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The Chancellor Gordon Brown has announced his financial package for NI if devolution goes ahead on March 26th, he says it totals £1 billion, but already doubts exist over how much of it is new money. Film report from Ken Reid with Gordon Brown's comments to the press, afterwards I Paisley Snr gave it a very cautious welcome, then SF's M McLaughlin was also cautious, as did UUP's Reg Empey and SDLP's M Durkan. NI Sec P Hain repeated his warning on 26th it's either devolution or dissolution. In the studio finance editor Jamie Delargey comments on the fine print of Browne's offer, it seems half the money is coming from the Finance Ministry in the Republic, and £200m is financed by the sale of assets in NI. Brown is putting up money to allow the delay of introducing water charges till next year. The ICTUS Peter Bunting then gives the plan a cautious welcome as they want the abolishment of water rates in NI. Also the roads from the border to Derry/Donegal will be upgraded using £400m from the Republic. Corporation tax was the big disappointment of the day with only a review offered and not a reduction, Sir George Quigley comments on why this important, then from London Ken Reid comments on the political reaction, to Brown's offer, he also remarks on P Hain comment on March 26th deadline that the executive could take 6 to 8 weeks to prepare for government If they nominated on March 26th Ken Reid says there are internal problems within the DUP with G Campbell and N Dodds, on Sat the DUP executive meets, on Friday their officers meet, these will be important says K Reid. The UDA have denied a £1.2 m government handout will go into their coffers, loyalists say it will finance jobs for12 community workers, nationalists and republicans are outraged. Film report shows loyalist gunmen, then UPRG's Frankie Gallagher claims the money will go to conflict transformation, then SF's A Maskey views followed by SDLP's Alban Magennis who calls it morally reprehensible of the government NIO Sec/Min Paul Goggins says it's a risk worth taking, then Mark Sykes of Relatives for Justice condemns the move. The Chief Constable H Orde speaking at the launch of the policing plan for next year, says the diss/republican threat here is at its highest for 5 years. Film report and interview with H Orde, then Policing Board Chairman Desmond Rea comments on SF joining the Policing Board. In Lurgan a man's body has been found on the Shankill Estate, PSNI believe his death is suspicious. Film report names the man as Paul Magee, SF Cllr Maurice Magill comments on the death. Also in Lisburn's Old Warren Estate a man's body was found, PSNI are calling it suspicious. Leading loyalist William 'Mo' Courtney has admitted to the manslaughter of UDA feud victim William McCullough in 2003. Film report on his court appearance, he'll be sentenced next week. Also in the courts 4 men have been charged with attempted robbery a cash van in West Belfast, they are Paul McGeown (28), Paul Donnelly (27), Patrick Henry (24) and Mark McCormack (22). (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9306 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Mar 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 59 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson from Westminster where the local parties were today for the "Crunch at Brunch", with Chancellor G Brown, N Thompson interviews DUP's I Paisley Jnr and SF's M McLaughlin on today's G Brown announcement, he puts it to the politicians they let G Brown away lightly with this modest package, Paisley Jnr says it's not over yet, let's wait and see, his party will meet and discuss it, £1 billion isn't too bad he says when commentators said they'd only get a few million. M McLaughlin (SF) says the Chancellor wasn't very generous, the important thing he sees is that the parties presented it as a team and it is an ongoing engagement with G Brown. Paisley says that Protestant poverty is the same as Catholic poverty, Thompson points out to him, the heavens didn't open when he met Brown with SF, he says on the economic issue in NI progress can be made. M McLaughlin says Chancellor did recognise some issues needed redress but he can't see any further moves this weekend, he again emphasises the joint nature of today's talks and hopes that's the way of the future talks, not individual parties meeting G Brown. Paisley Jnr says he doesn't know if devolution is going to happen on Monday, it depends on conditions and delivery he says, the pressure of the date is for Peter Hain he says, not the DUP, then SF's M McLaughlin outlines their views on the March 26th deadline, Paisley is pushed again, he says the DUP is involved in discussing the issues, they have brought SF a considerable distance to date but he wants a politically and economically stable executive and discussions are continuing he repeats, he won't say yes or no to nominating on Monday. M McLaughlin says he feels there are DUP people who aren't reconciled to a power sharing executive but if the DUP turn up for business on Monday SF will be there. In the If You Ask Me Spot Malachi O'Doherty gives his views on a possible deal being done on Monday 26th March and asks what was all the fuss about if finally the PIRA and DUP are going to settle for power at Stormont, he then answers his own question, by looking at the history of how we got to this point from 35 years ago when Stormont was closed down and the search for a refashioned NI began, he looks at Party position on NI in the 70s and now. Then in the studio NI Sec Peter Hain is questioned by N Thompson firstly about why the British government is giving the UDA £1m, a move condemned by the DUP, SDLP and SF. Hain says they gave them some money last year on a testing basis and ? UPRG showed they are moving their community out of paramilitarism and criminality into peaceful community work, the government want to encourage this progress, he hopes to see UDA decommissioning as soon as possible. Hain then rejects the suggestion G Brown hasn't given much new money to NI today, he says he isn't getting £1 billion in Wales and neither is Scotland or England, he calls it a fantastic package which depends on devolution on Monday, he ignores the remark £400 of it is coming from the Republic, Hain mentions the £50 billion allocated last November over 4 years as also relevant, to providing a good start as people voted on March 7th for an executive to be restored. Hain says he and Brown were struck today by the impressive unity of all the parties and the way they worked together Hain says the Chancellor has already moved on finances over recent days. Thompson asks Hain if on Monday nominations and D'hondt could be run then some sort of break for 6 weeks put in motion, to suit the DUP. Hain says if power devolves on Monday what they do after that is up to the parties, Hain says let's take one step at a time, nominations first. Noel Thompson then introduces a film report which follows up a Guardian papers story that PM T Blair and I Paisley Snr had been swapping religious books. Journalist Anthony Howard says one of Blair's weaknesses is that he wants to be liked, he points out this shared Christianity was at the heart of his relationship with G Bush, then Ken Newell Presby/Moderator comments, then film clip shows him saying to Parkinson that judgement on invading Iraq would be made by a higher power, then humanist Brian McClinton comments. A Howard says Blair has changed from his first year now he wears his religion on his sleeve, he calls him a Joan of Arc type of politician, then Ken Newell profiles role of Moses at 80, Wilberforce and Mother Teresa and their passion to help the downtrodden, people are suspicious of politicians who talk about religion. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9307 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 23rd Mar 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 8 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Crisis talks continue in Downing St as DUP leader I Paisley meets T Blair, early at a meeting in Belfast where he addressed business leaders he outlined his unhappiness with the Chancellor's £1 billion package. Film report. Tomorrow the DUP's party executive meets at Castlereagh Council for a crucial meeting however SF's M McGuiness is optimistic a deal with be done, then UUP's Reg Empey gives his views on the situation followed by views of SDLP's Mark Durkan, then Alliance's David Ford. In the studio Ken Reid gives his analysis of the current situation and DUP's internal difficulties and profiles the options for the DUP's Executive meeting tomorrow. The next film report looks at yesterday's offer by Chancellor G Brown to delay the water charges for a year, as the Rates Office here prepares to send out the water bills on 1st April and the reaction to the offer from the public and from business. Colin Johnston of the Chartered Accountants Assoc comments then Frank Bryan of the Institute of Directors gives his reaction to Brown's offer to review Corporation tax in NI. The Ulster Teachers Union today issued a report saying the 11+ exams highlights inequality in NI, and this is proved they say by the figures for free school dinners. Film report with Unions General Secretary Avril Hall-Callaghan's views then UTU President Jacqui Reid speaks against 11+ exam, it's unequal and divisive she says. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9308 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sat 24th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 14 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The DUP executive meeting has ended, their negotiations with the British government are to continue. Film report says the DUP want a 6 week suspension of devolution to allow preparation for government, I Paisley says there's still work to be done he says the press will be given the full content of their resolution later on. Meanwhile other party leaders met at Hillsborough Castle to discuss the DUP position and where that leaves the executive. Then Ken Reid political editor gives his analysis of the DUP decision and what the British government has to do now, the March 26th deadline has to be pushed back until May. No one was hurt in a gun attack today on Crossmaglen RUC Station. (4.30pm Sat) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9309 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sat 24th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 36 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The DUP's Executive has agreed to share power in May. If the government will push back the deadline from March 26th, so far there's been no government or SF reaction. Film report on today's DUP meeting with Paisley's comments afterwards. BBC's politics editor Gareth Gordon reviews the details of what the DUP want to happen. In last 24 hrs the PSNI have been petrol bombed in Crossmaglen, earlier shots were fired, in Derry's Fahan St a PSNI patrol car was attacked with bricks and in Craigavon the police were stoned by a crowd yesterday during a search. In Limavady 3 people were treated in hospital after an arson attack, and a house in Dungannon was also set on fire. (4.45pm Sat) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9310 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 25th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Description: |
Northern Ireland Secretary Peter Hain reacts to the latest situation in the Northern Ireland process as the DUP want a delay until May for devolution. This is discussed by Jeffery Donaldson (DUP) and Alex Maskey (SF). The programme concludes with a film report which looks back at previous broken Northern Ireland deadlines | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
373 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5509 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 25th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 28 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
NI Sec Peter Hain has signed an order for devolution but Irish PM B Ahern says the deadline cannot be met. Film report with Peter Hain's comments, B Ahern comments on the March 26th deadline but they are giving up parties room to devise something better, then analysis from RTE's Northern editor Tommy Gorman on the current situation, after the DUP's decision yesterday, and SF's reaction. (6pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9311 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 25th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 32 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(No opening titles) After the DUP's decision yesterday T Blair and B Ahern met today in Berlin. Hain has signed order restoring the Executive from midnight but the DUP says it won't nominate, emergency government legislation is expected on Tuesday. Film report from Ken Reid with Peter Hain's reaction, then G Adams reaction is said to be unhappy. The delay was discussed by SF today, DUP's J Donaldson gives a defence of their position. Then UUP's Reg Empey comments it's a bad idea, then SDLP's M Durkan agrees it's brinkmanship. (6.30pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9312 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 25th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 6 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Jim Fitzpatrick with Peter Hain having already signed the devolution order and the DUP's wanting another 6 weeks before power sharing with SF, he asks the question what happens next. Firstly a film clip reviews what I Paisley Senior said after his executive meeting yesterday, then Jim Fitzpatrick gets the reaction of the NI Sec Peter Hain who begins by calling yesterday's DUP statement historic, because they've committed to power sharing with SF, he says however dissolution will kick in after midnight as is in the legislation and water bills will go out, the 11+ stays banned and Stormont MLA lose their pay. Following this the Republic's influence in NI will increase, he then lists the ? made here in the peace process in the last year, however he adds if the parties come to him with a joint agreement about process he'll look at that, but when pushed he says at that moment it's dissolution or devolution, that's the only option left to him he says, but if the parties have a better option which for the 1st time gives certainty, committing to a devolution date and all signed up and sealed, he won't turn his back on that, because that's never happened before, it's not about him eating his words, it's about getting success, the governments way or the parties way, he adds there is difference of opinion on this between him and Tony Blair, he says he has been in contact with the DUP since yesterday and he's not sure if their resolution gives him enough room for manoeuvre, that depends on what happens tomorrow he feels, but he's happy to keep on being the NI Sec and form a deepening partnership with the Irish government, but he adds the parties were given a mandate in the election to proceed with power sharing, he feels the public view is get on with it or close it down. Back in the studio the DUP's J Donaldson and SF's Alex Maskey comment, first with J Donaldson saying they felt outstanding issues should be resolved before they go into government like the financial package and a creditable testing period of SF's attitude to the police, he adds in the programme for government committee they are engaging with SF and that will continue, then SF's Alex Maskey confirms that engagement, but he wants direct dialogue, he says the DUP commitment to power sharing isn't a new thing, they did in Nov past he claims things are no further forward, he says the two governments ? remain firm. It's dissolution or devolution tomorrow, and that's the mandate A Maskey says he secured, J Donaldson denies they have set a new deadline just to avoid dancing to the government's tune, what they've done he says set a date for devolution, their mandate was their election slogan, "getting it right" and he feels it's not right yet, discussions must continue to meet the conditions but they are committed to devolution. A Maskey says another delay doesn't suit SF, he repeats the government's promise, tomorrow it's dissolution or devolution, the DUP are disappointing the public, and it should be Plan A or Plan B not some new Hain Plan C. J Donaldson says keeping the ball in lay means they can continue the negotiations on the financial package, he says SF got extra time to call its Ard Fheis on policing. A Maskey says they faced the challenge over policing and lost value members. The DUP must do the same with its internal doubters. Jim Fitzpatrick then introduces a film report from Rosie Billingham who looks at the obsession in the NI peace process over deadlines, which get broken, it includes D Trimble views, then G Fitzgerald, she then lists the deadlines, April 9th 1998 the Castle Buildings talks, former NIO Min Lord ? Recalls, deadlines on decommissioning then came and went and took D Trimble with them, he resigned on July 1 2001 after his own ultimatum, he recalls deadlines. In 1998 Dr P McGarry was in Alliance talks team he says it's a mistake to let deadlines pass without sanction, in business economist Phillip McDonagh about the use of deadlines, so as expected the DUP have played it down to the wire denying any attention to deadlines. The truth is the NI peace process has been based largely on deadlines. P McGarry, G Fitzgerald comment. Back in the studio a new UUP MLA Basil McCrea comments on the stories in today's press. (Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06790 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9313 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a | ||
Description: |
A review of Ian Pasley (DUP) and Gerry Adams (SF) is discussed between Ian Paisley Junior (DUP) and Gerry Kelly (SF). Also, a interview with Northern Ireland Secretary Peter Hain on his views of the deadline collapse. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
373 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5510 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
Newsnight | ||
Programme Title: |
Are The Troubles Over In Northern Ireland | ||
Description: |
The programme asks the question 'Are The Troubles Over In Northern Ireland'. The views and comments are from Ian Paisley (DUP) Gerry Adams (SF), Tony Blair (PM), Paul Bew (QUB) and Journalist F. O'Connor. The programme concludes with an interview with the Northern Ireland Secretary Peter Hain. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
373 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5511 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 39 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
SF's G Adams and DUP's I Paisley sit side-by-side for the first time at Stormont press conference. Film report on historic meeting with comments of Paisley then Adams. May 8th the new date for devolution. Denis Murray then gives his view the astonishing scene today and comments on the path ahead and the delight of the two governments and NI Sec, British Pm Tony Blair gives his reaction. (1pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06790 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9314 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 3 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Local coverage of today's historic meeting at Stormont when DUP's I Paisley and SF G Adams held a joint press conference to announce May 8th as the new date for devolution. Film report in which Paisley says the deal lays the foundation for a peaceful and prosperous future for NI, BBC NI political editor Gareth Gordon comments, then G Adams says both parties will work on preparing for government and both parties have asked the British government not to issue water bills, a good start is half the work he adds, then from London PM Tony Blair gives his reaction. In a further report BBC journalist looks back at the weekend to find out the events leading to the days conference, from Friday to Monday using news clips. Then live from Stormont political editor Mark Davenport gives his reaction to the "dieheart" enemies sitting together at the press conference, he then explains what happens next legally speaking and what will happen to the water charges. (1.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D096790 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9315 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
5 mins 32 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of this morning's Paisley Adams news conference announcing power sharing from Tues 8th May 07 with both men's announcements and comments, it's reported only one camera was allowed into the conference then political editor Ken Reid comments on the "amazing scenes" of today and the meetings that happened over the weekend to set it up. Then business correspondent Jamie Delargy speculates on what will happen to the water rates and rates increases. (2pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06790 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9316 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
20 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The latest news on what's being called a historic day live from Stormont on the day Paisley says yes. Film coverage of the joint press conference with G Adams and I Paisley's comments at 11 am this morning, 9 years after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement but there was no handshake today, both men mention helping the people who have suffered in the Troubles, both men might meet the Chancellor next week, journalist Julie O'Connor comments on the hour long private meeting held before the news conference as cordial and business like, then film of PM Tony Blair's reaction followed by Irish PM B Ahern's views. A further film report from Tracy Magee called side by side examines how the events of today unfolded. It all began with uncertainty she says, but the mood inside was relaxed, and NI Sec P Hain shrugged off the embarrassment at his deadline being ignored, but the other party leasers were unimpressed by the 6 weeks delay. Firstly UUP's Reg Empey's views, then the SDLP's M Durkan then Alliance's D Ford, then outside Stormont Paul Clark interviews the DUP's Sammy Wilson and SF's Conor Murphy, he asks is there no stopping it now, S Wilson replies they are going into government now under totally different circumstances from 2 years ago, with different rules, the six weeks allows the economic package to be obtained and for the community to gain confidence in the situation, Conor Murphy says the DUP needed time to manage their own party, he's convinced it will happened on May 8th and difficulties will be overcome. Then a further report from Jane Loughrey looks back at I Paisley the politician who allows says no, and explores how he has now said yes. It uses old film clips of Paisley speech and comments of Jim Dougal on Paisley's opposition to Dublin interference at Sunningdale and the Anglo Irish Agreement, and the changes in the later years until St Andrews, the man who once shouted abuse at the Pope, has now even met the head of Ireland's Catholics, Jim Dougal comments again on the historic day. The next report from Vicky Hawthorne in Ballymena is a vox pop of reactions from people in the Paisley heartland, on his meeting with Adams. Most people supported him, there were only a few dissenting voices. This is followed by the views of political editor Ken Reid who says today's filmed press conference wasn't the first meeting with SF and the DUP having met in private over the weekend, he names the people involved, and comments on why Paisley has come to this point, he says they have been very businesslike. Back in the studio a report from James Delargey says Peter Hain is withdrawing water charges with that being delayed for a year. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06790 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9317 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
21 mins 15 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of the Paisley/Adams press conference at Stormont today restoring power sharing on May 8th opening TV clips, then longer film reports from BBC's political editor Gareth Gordon begins with Paisley commenting on their executive board decision on Sat/last, then Adams remarks on the basis of the DUP/SF agreement and the work that needs done. Paisley calls it a constructive agreement with preparatory work needed by ministers over the next 6 weeks, it will include regular meetings between first and deputy first ministers says Paisley. Gareth Gordon calls it a historic day. Noel Thompson then interviews NI Sec Peter Hain, and since he hasn't dissolved Stormont as he said he would, he's asked will anybody ever believe anything you say again, Hain says what happened this morning happened because of the strategy he pursued and it's a fantastic day for NI. Hain says Paisley/Adams committed to a shared government and provides a better basis for government because of the 6 weeks preparation, then PM T Blair reaction is shown, then Irish PM B Ahern's views, then a film report from mark Worthington looks at how the goalposts were moved and what changed over the weekend, then outside Stormont Noel Thompson interviews 2 of the "new partners in waiting" S Wilson (DUP) and Conor Murphy (SF), S Wilson says it's a way of administering this part of the UK which gives local representatives the opportunity do so, he says they have brought SF down to road to supporting law and order in the courts and the streets, C Murphy also believes it can work despite their differences, he mentions the things that unite them, like they both represent working class people, he accepts there will be difficulties ahead but both parties are committed. C Murphy also comments on the forces or dissidents who may try to upset the May 8th devolution day. S Wilson believes the 6 wk delay gives opportunity to nail down the financial package, S Wilson refers to SF and not the usual SF/IRA, Thompson asks him about his new choice of words, so Wilson says he hopes SF have put terrorism behind them. S Wilson then denies they have sold out some unionists who are unhappy with today. C Murphy then comments on Adams remark it'll be a "work in not a love in". S Wilson then answers a question about why here was no handshake. Then next a film report from Chris Butler reviews with humour "the dating game" between paisley and Adams, using old film clips of Paisley speeches he emphasises the fact that Paisley wasn't a natural match for SF, the reporter also interviews churchgoers at the Paisley Martyrs Memorial Church in Belfast for their views yesterday, then Chris Butler profiles G Adams past within the Republican movement with photos and film clips. In West Belfast many of his constituents were surprised by the pictures Paisley with Adams but to them another 6 weeks is nothing. Then back outside Stormont BBC's Mark Davenport reveals how today's meetings came about, even down o the diamond shape seating arrangements, he comments on the new law needed and the May 8th date choice, and the mood music at the DUP/SF meetings. (6.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06790 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9318 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Stormont Today | ||
Description: |
F McKinney reviews today's Paisley/Adams meeting and statement at their Stormont press conference, the programme begins with a recap of today's press conference comments from Paisley and Adams, then in the studio F McKinney talks to DUP's I Paisley Jnr and SF's G Kelly, he begins by asking them are you all talking to each other now, I Paisley Jnr says the DUP is driving forward its mandate from a position of strength that is pleasing to the Ulster people, and that's why they ? through the NI Sec's unrealistic deadline, and set up an agenda that's workable and doable, but that doesn't mean we've become "best of buddies" with SF, he says there was and is a level of communication with SF, then G Kelly (SF) says be clear about it we are 2 political parties who disagree we have built a bridge, there are issues we agree on like water charges and the peace dividend. F McKinney tries to get Paisley Jnr to say something direct to G Kelly on these issues, Paisley replies we have already talked about these issues, he goes on to talk about the Chancellor's shortcomings on his financial offer. Paisley Jnr then explains why they want this extra 6 weeks and why they broke Peter Hain's deadline, he then tries to get F McKinney to congratulate the DUP for what they've done. G Kelly comes into say what we have is an unequivocal commitment to power sharing and that is huge there is disappointment the institutions didn't go up today, but May 8th is an agreed date. F McKinney then asks Paisley Jnr about the role of the other parties in the new disposition, he says they've met the other parties, then G Kelly says SF is against exclusion of parties, as they were once excluded, power sharing is a collective effort he says. F McKinney then introduces a film interview with NI Sec P Hain, whom he refers to as a man who had to eat his words, and asks him for his reaction to the Paisley/Adams deal. P Hain claims government policy got us to this point today, he doesn't mind the criticism that power sharing has been delayed for 6 weeks, as what happened today was a really big moment not only for NI but in the world and that's the big picture he says, the deadline was real he repeats and in the absence of what happened today it would have been all over. Back in the studio commentator Brian Feeney and Bel/Tele journalist Chris Thornton are asked by F McKinney how did we get here, B Feeney says he wasn't surprised by what happened but was surprised Paisley allowed himself to be filmed with Adams, he feels to have an executive up running cold mightn't have worked too well. Chris Thornton says the 6 weeks delay let's Paisley unhappy party members see this as a win, and that was good DUP party management, Feeney agrees Paisley was afraid he'd end up like Trimble with constant executive meetings, he says McGuinness and Robinson sorted out details by notes over the weekend. Both men then comment on the likelihood of pitfalls during the next 6 weeks and they comment on how Peter Hain comes out of all this, with both being critical of him, but it's only the headline in London that matters, the DUP proved he doesn't matter last Friday. Chris Thornton comments on the atmosphere now around M McGuiness going into government compared to when he was named educ/min under Trimble. Thornton says the next big thing is the Justice Ministry devolution. Then they comments on water bills issue. A short report from Sharon O'Neill details the reaction of the public in a vox pop. | ||
DVD No. |
D06790 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9319 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 39 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of today's Paisley/Adams press conference at Stormont on power sharing from RTE's Tommy Gorman their Northern editor, begins with two men's opening remarks and reaction from B Ahern, then T Gorman outlines what happened at Stormont with fully comments from Paisley and Adams, then SF's Martin McGuiness comments. A second report from David McCullagh has the reaction of Irish PM B Ahern, then the Labour Party's Pat Rabbitte's views, followed by British PM Tony Blair's reaction, then the DUP MP J Donaldson gives an interview on "this difficult day" "but necessary day". He comments on the constructive meeting and items discussed in workman like way, it'll be a while before trust develops he says. Then live from Belfast Tommy Gorman comments on what happens now in the North, and his view on the mood now in Northern Ireland, relief and surprise. (9pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06800 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9320 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 UK |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
Newsnight | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Reporter begins by saying tonight Ulster Says Yes after centuries of violence and asks are the Troubles finally over, it calls it an amazing day then introduces a film report on today's events at Stormont from Jackie Long, which includes Paisley/Adams remarks and her remarks on how extraordinary today's meeting was. Then journalist Fionnuala O'Connor of the Economist gives her reaction as amazed, and remarkable, then J Long describes how the details of the meeting including the seating arrangements were agreed, then British PM Tony Blair give his view that everything we've done over the last 10 years was in preparation for this moment. Followed by the comments of Paul Bew, politics professor at QUB, then visiting 6th form politics students from Newry give their reactions to the deal. Back at Stormont Gavin Esler interviews I Paisley Jnr (DUP) and SF's G Kelly. Paisley Jnr says his father has decided to set the agenda for Unionism, and he's sick and tired of the agenda being set by other people, the DUP has seized the day and said this is when we'll do it, when asked are the Troubles over, Paisley Jnr quotes his father "please God they are". Then SF's G Kelly says the IRA said long ago the war is over, today was a day of partnership, both parties are committed to power sharing although opposed to each other on many issues, but now they have bridge built across that division. Paisley Jnr denies the DUP's 6 weeks stall wasn't about confidence building, it's not going to be a love-in he says but a work-in. The report asks G Kelly how a former republican prisoner like him finds it that he can accept being a minister in Stormont which is a British parliament, Kelly replies by citing the political changes brought about by the Good Friday Agreement and today's acceptance of partnership by the DUP. On the symbol of a Paisley/Adams handshake, Paisley calls that a crass symbol of no importance, G Kelly says today's agreement between the 2 main parties makes it unlikely the deal will fall apart, both men criticise the NIO ministers. Then the reporter introduces a film report from Michael Crick on past attempts to reach agreement in NI, previously NI has had many ground hog days he says, the report begins with Troubles statistics and then reviews the 1973 Sunningdale Agreement, and the May 19th UWC strike which destroyed it, with I Paisley playing a leading part in that, in 1986 M Thatcher signed the Anglo-Irish Agreement, she was denounced as a traitor by Paisley, the 1980s/90s had a background of violence, but SF combines the ballot with the armalite, UU Prof Henry Patterson discusses the republican move from violence to politics at this time. In 1993 John Major talks to the IRA, peace then more violence, then T Blair and the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, H Patterson praises J Major and P Mayhew's role, the GFA however hadn't the extremes in it, today's agreement does but will even more hardliners push them aside he asks. Back at Stormont NI Sec Peter Hain calls it a great day for NI, and talks about his suspended deadline and his hopes for the future, he comments on what has been achieved over the last 2 years, he praises Tony Blair and J Major, he explains why he thinks today's deal won't fall apart, he praises Trimble/Hume, he comments on the financial package that Brown. (10.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06800 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9321 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
|
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight Special | ||
Programme Title: |
The Devolution Deal | ||
Description: |
The programmes examines the 'Shotgun' wedding of Sinn Fein and the DUP and events leading to it. Also Jim Allister (DUP) is interviewed on his resignation from the party. Finally former minister Darren Nesbitt (UUP), John Hume (SDLP), and Jeffery Donaldson (DUP) give their reaction to the deal. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
373 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Irealnd | Record No. |
5512 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 57 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
Party Election Broadcast | ||
Programme Title: |
SDLP Election Broadcast | ||
Description: |
Begins with video diaries of comments by "ordinary people" on political parties here and the areas of need people say they want tackled. Then Mark Duran lists the things needed for a better future, all gained by voting SDLP he says. | ||
DVD No. |
D06720 | Tape No. |
370 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9280 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
DUP MEP Jim Allister has resigned from the party after yesterday's deal with SF, he says his stomach turned watching the press conference. Film report with Jim Allister's interview on his view of SF, the DUP's J Donaldson gives his reaction. Another DUP MLA Jim Wells is rumoured to be thinking about his position in the DUP. Jim Allister says he's had phone calls from people in tears about the DUP/SF agreement, the DUP grassroots is uneasy he says. Next report from Ken Reid in London explains the emergency legislation going through Parliament to establish May 8th as Devolution Day, with NI Sec Peter Hain's comments in Westminster, followed by I Paisley's comments on why he wouldn't shake Adams hand, the UUP's Lady Hermon criticised Peter Hain. Then Ken Reid gives his analysis of the effect of Jim Allister's resignation and whether others will follow and Paisley's comments in Parliament. In the courts former UDA commander William Mo Courtney has been jailed for 8 years for his part in the UDA feud murder of Alan McCullough (22) a J Adair associate, in May 2003. Film report reviews the case with the Crown's view on the manslaughter charge. Outside the court, Kenny McCourt says the sentence was too lenient, they allege he only got 8 years because he was an informer, the family say they are trying to arrange a meeting with the Police Ombudsman. The next film report from Jamie Delargey examines the story of the 11+ exam in NI since 1948 and ask what will the new Stormont Executive do about it, since SF's M McGuiness has scrapped it while he was education minister, the report examines the replacement options. The final report deals with speculation about the expected rise in tourism here due to the Paisley/Adams deal, with the views of Mary Jo Canny of the Belfast Visitor Centre, and Frank Hewitt of the Chamber of Commerce, then vox pop of tourists in Belfast. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06800 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9322 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
41 mins 54 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight Special | ||
Programme Title: |
The Devolution Deal | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Mark Carruthers he begins by asking has hell frozen over, can pigs fly, have Paisley and Adams just really sat down together in talks. The answer is yes and in 6 weeks the parties will begin power sharing together, should it work, will it work. Then he introduces a film report from Darragh McIntyre on the build up to the devolution deal, which he calls an old fashioned shotgun wedding dictated by circumstances not love, Peter Hain set the wedding date the 26 March, with weeks to go one of the couples, Ian Paisley's DUP shows nerves, film clip shown, then to continue the metaphor, McIntyre says the party went to London to check on the "dowry" with £400m of new money promised, Paisley comments after DUP executive meeting, then he's back to Downing St to see Blair looking for more time, Paisley comments on unity within DUP. On the Sunday, government officials liaise between P Robinson and M McGuiness, agreement is reached on the texts for statements and a date for restoring of Stormont, May 8th is set, talks continue to work out the seating arrangements. Then coverage of the next morning outside Stormont as the press gathers, then the Paisley/Adams news conference at a diamond shaped table is shown, all over in a few minutes, there were no handshakes, but every wedding has a family fallout and today DUP MEP Jim Allister resigned, but at Westminster Paisley's remarks were upbeat, but says McIntyre the good intentions will be sorely tested. Back in the studio DUP MEP Jim Allister gives an interview on his resignation and why he felt his stomach churning watching Paisley and Adams, the DUP position was premature as the SF delegation contained the IRA's army council, he goes on to recall the IRA murders in N Ireland, he won't condemn his DUP colleagues however for not resigning, he'll only justify his own pint of principle, that SF are not fit for government, as they haven't turned their back on terror as he sees it, they put up a phoney attitude to supporting the police and glorify terrorist attacks week in week out he feels the DUP move has went against their election manifesto he says Paisley has moved with haste to get himself into power but claims he isn't being 'over judgemental', he adds the lure of power has clouded Paisley's judgement. Jim Allister then defends his attitude on Paisley, he feels there's a depth of unease within the DUP and the party is inviting a dissipation in its vote, as it played fast and loose with its manifesto, he says his objections aren't based on him defending his political future. In a next report Mark Carruthers introduces a film report from Stephen Walker, on the issues ahead that will face the Executive from May 8th, he begins by talking to hotel owner Bill Wolselsy who comments on what the tourist industry needs from a Stormont government, local people should be trained to work in the tourist industry, then CBI's Nigel Small comments on what local business needs. Then within education, the INTO's Frank Bunting wants the situation around the 11+ replacement sorted out, then Sandra Peake of WAVE gives her views on what the Executive will need to do in dealing with the Legacy of the Past, and the appointment of a Victim's Commissioner, Bill Wolsey says he hopes the parties will work together for the benefit of all the people of NI. In a next interview, Kiernan Tourish interviews former SDLP leader John Hume, the man credited with starting the peace process, to find out what he makes of the SF/DUP deal, he gives his opinion, the GFA was Sunningdale MK2, the SF/DUP are now implementing SDLP policy and should admit it, he says the parties should implement the will of the people, he gives his reaction to Paisley working with SF, he recalls his dialogue with Adams during the Hume-Adams talks, and his hopes for the future this is followed by a Juliet Paul interview with the UUP's Darren Nesbitt for his reaction to the Paisley/Adams deal, he's happy for the people of NI but sad it's taken 30 or 40 years to get to this position, he recalls Paisley's reaction to Faulkner and the Sunningdale deal, he lists the U-turn Paisley has formed, asking is it the lure of power, he again recalls the demise of Faulkner and praises his vision for unionism, he then comments on the obstacles the new executive will face around the trust issue. Back in the studio, Mark Carruthers then interviews the DUP's J Donaldson and SF's John O'Dowd, he begins by getting the reaction of J Donaldson to the Jim Allister resignation, Donaldson feels he should have waited to see how things turn out, and stayed in the party. Donaldson denies the DUP is going into government with reconstructed terrorists, he defends the DUP position, and lists what the DUP have forced SF/IRA into doing over decommissioning and policing. He's questioned about what will have changed from the last election to May 8th that allows the DUP to enter partnership with SF, Donaldson quotes Adams remarks on policing last week, and says they expect SF to honour its commitments. Donaldson is then asked for his view on the IRA Army Council's position, he wants it dissolved but it won't stop an executive as that would be giving the IRA a veto. SF's John O'Dowd re-enforces the point about the positive moves made in recent days by both SF and the DUP and rejects the negative attitudes of local journalist and TV programmes. He says the electorate gave SF a mandate to be in government and they demand to be in government that's the only condition SF need meet he claims. He rejects the idea they have been dictated by the DUP, by the six weeks suspension, he comments on the future of the IRA Army Council in the next 6 weeks, both politicians then comment the share of ministries on May 8th, Donaldson says they'll take the finance position, they discuss the education ministry and the 11+ question O'Dowd comments on programme for government committee agreements. | ||
DVD No. |
D06800 | Tape No. |
373 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9323 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 28th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
52 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
TeilifÃs na Gaeilge | Channel: |
T NaG |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
The Patriot Game | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) The IRA's 1956-1963 border campaign is profiled. Interviews with Roly O'Brady, Sean Gerland, and a young Brian Faulkner (UUP) |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
374 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5513 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 28th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 24 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The DUP is planning to rotate its executive seats amongst its senior party figures say UTV film report from F McKinney on the likely make-up of the next government ministers from the DUP with the party sharing out and rotating its personnel, he also looks at what the bookies odds are on various leading SF personnel getting ministers position, and then the same thing for the UUP and the SDLP. Next comes an interview with SF's G Adams by Ken Reid he asks him about Paisley's remarks this is not a love-in it's a work-in, Adams says he can work with the DUP, he comments on the negotiations that led up to the Stormont press conference and the mood at the meeting. Adams recalls the issues he told Paisley they could work on, suicide, drug abuse etc. Paisley said both their parties represent the working classes, Adams feels they have common ground. On the Policing Board issue, Adams says he'll nominate that SF join, to his Ard Comhairle by the 8th May. In the PSNI, today the Policing Board has offered Hugh Orde a 3 yr extension to his contract. Film report. In a film report from Vicky Hawthorne she covers the debate in the Commons as the emergency legislation passed to allow the new devolution date of May 8th to become law, with the views of Willie McCrea on his difficulties with SF, then criticism of him by SDLP's Dolores Kelly because he shared a platform with LVF leader Billy Wright. The Commons debate comments of David Trimble are also covered and Eileen Paisley comments in the Lords on her husband's difficulties with SF/IRA, then I Paisley Jnr comments on building the union, followed by Ken Reid's analysis of the DUP ministry rotation plan, and possible ministers from each party. In West Belfast, a group called Families Bereaved Through Suicide have highlighted the growing problem in West Belfast, they says it's spiralling out of control. Film report with 3 mothers appeal for help, they remain unnamed and tell of the lack of help available in N Ireland. Then views of Evelyn Gilroy of Families Bereaved Thru/Suicide, followed by statement of NIO minister Paul Goggins. The DUP's I Paisley Jnr has expressed concern over the 8 yr sentence to UDA man William 'Mo' Courtney yesterday. Film report with his remarks and views of Roy Junkin of the PPS, then reaction of a prosecutor Paula Jack on the consultations with victims. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06800 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9324 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 28th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
51 mins 53 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
TNG |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
The Patriot Game | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English Subtitles) This programme profiles in drama documentary style the IRA's border campaign of 1956-62, it includes interview with IRA personnel that that era, many of the names are still active in the 1970s. It begins with a dramatisation of the 1954 raid by the IRA on Armagh's British/Army barracks dressed as British soldiers they took all the armoury's weapons and film clip of 1950s IRA men on parade, the programme then sets the scene at the time along the border, in them times it was a formal border with stop and search at customs and was detested by Irish Nationalists, various IRA vols from the 1950s explain why they joined the IRA, to free the six counties, film clips of state ceremonies celebrating 1916 Rising and the War of Independence shown, also film clip of E De Valera's comment on 1916, and report on his anti-partition campaign with the USA's Irish American population, which included a propaganda film taken in Fintona, Co. Tyrone highlighting the discrimination over housing, it's shown in this docu. America however sympathetic wouldn't offend its NATO ally Britain, into the vacuum stepped the IRA. Former IRA man Tony Meade recalls the failure of the anti-partition campaign, then and now IRA activist Ruairi O'Bradaigh supports his view, but the IRA underestimated the extent of unionist aversion to Dublin rule, IRA vols knew little about Northern Unionists, Labhras O'Donghaile and Tony Meade confirm this the documentary then profiles the RUC of those day, with film clips. It had 2,800 men and 12,00 armed reservists in the B Special, they were sectarian and widely feared by the Catholic population of N Ireland, these forces could also call on several thousand British troops around NI. An old film clip shows unionist Brian Faulkner explaining NI's wish to remain within the UK, then Brendan O Raghallaigh comments on Craigavon and unionists mentality that Stormont was a Protestant parliament for a Protestant people. In the Republic unemployment was high and immigration high, by 1959, 500,000 people had emigrated. In 1952 IRA people at Boderstown heard speeches by Tony Megan, Tomas MacCurtain, and Paddy McLogan, (the 3 macs) film clip shown, and their beliefs and ideals are explained by the documentary they were conservative 1921 style IRA men, Tony Meade recalls the organisation of the IRA, then old film clip of Tomas McCurtain talking about violence as they only way, the policies these 3 men institute at this time would shape the IRA for the next 50 years, and Sinn Fein and their paper the United Irishman, Eamon O'Buadhigh recalls the IRA relationship with SF, they also introduced IRA Army Order No 8, no military action in the republic, ending partition was now the IRA's reason d'être, Tony Meade comments on these changes. In 1954 the IRA received intelligence on the British armoury at Gough Barracks in Armagh. Eamon Boyce the Dublin intelligence officer of the IRA, recalls how he planned the raid over 6 weeks, and how they got Vol Sean Garland to join the British/Army's Royal Irish Fusiliers, E Boyce then with the aid of a dramatisation explains how the actual raid went ahead, it was 4 hrs later before the alarm was raised. At Boderstown 1954 days after the raid the IRA claimed the raid and issued its intention to use them against the British, Rory O'Brady recalls the training camps around the country, then Robert Kehoe recalls, then Patrick O'Regan on the part time guerrilla training camps, Tony Meade says the assumption was they'd be fighting a 1920s style war, then Brendan O Raghallaigh from Belfast recalls a camp in the Cooley Mountains when they were warned by the Guards they made too much noise, the IRA believed the Irish State and the Guards would turn a blind eye as long as they didn't cause violence in the South, the IRA however needed ammo and in Oct 1954 on info from Vol Sean Garland the IRA raided Omagh's armoury. Eamon Boyce recalls Tony Megan's instructions before the raid, the raid failed and resulted in the IRA's first gun battle with the British army since 1921, Eamon O'Buadhigh recalls his role, and his arrested by a farmer and his sons, 8 IRA men were captured and charged with treason. Film clip shows they got long sentences but it increased IRA support. In Aug 1955 the IRA in England led by Rory O'Brady infiltrated Arbourfield Barracks in Berkshire and stole 82,000 rounds of ammo, R O'Brady recalls, but they were caught near London, a TV film clip shows the recovered ammo, the IRA men got life sentences. In 1955 the IRA panned its campaign under Sean Cronin, it was called Operation Harvest. Tony Meade says it was an aspirational plan, it had 35 man flying columns raiding the North across the border, the plan being to liberate certain areas. Pat O'Regan recalls the flying column mood, on Dec 12th 1956 the campaign began, news clips shown of damage, Stormont moved quickly and arrested known activists Brendan O'Radhallaigh recalls how Northern IRA didn't know the starting date. On the night of Dec 31st 1956 2 flying columns attacked Derrylin RUC Barracks, film clip of aftermath. R O'Brady commanded one column he recalls that attack which killed RUC Con John Scally, Pat O'Regan recalls joining the Pearce Column in Monaghan, and they were to attack RUC Station at Brookeborough, he recalls the mistakes made and the death of South and Ferghal O'Hanlon, with 4 other men wounded by the RUC Sgt in the station. Film Clips of aftermath shown, the Southern government gave into British pressure and the border was sealed and internment introduced in the South. In Limerick the IRA rebranded defeat as martyrdom at the funerals of South and O'Hanlon, film clip shown 50,000 people turned out for Sean South's funeral, Robert Kehoe recalls his mood, in an election in the South SF had its best result for 30 years winning 4 seats with 70,000 votes, but Fianna Fail under E De Valera got power, who had no qualms about using repression against the IRA. In the summer of 1957 he ordered internment. Irish TD Robert Briscoe comments on TV about illegality of IRA. At the Curragh 168 IRA vols were interned, including Megan, McCurtain and Mc Logan. In Aug 1957 Robert Kehoe recalls an ambush plan that failed, Brendan O'Reilly recalls the IRA's determination not to get into a "religious war" but to fight the army of occupation, they avoided attacking the B Specials, Tony Meade recalls how this worked on the ground, and his period in an underground bunker one Christmas as an RUC patrol passed by, by now most of the experience vols were interned. In Nov 1957 an IRA unit of 4 men met at Edentubber to prepare a mine, Robert Kehoe recalls what happened when it exploded killing the 4 of them. Film clip shows aftermath, Labhras O'Donghaile recalls the dead, Paddy Parle was his friend film of the Edentubber funerals. Tony Meade recalls the campaign failing, in Belfast Brendan O'Reilly says they couldn't depend on too much support, then film clip of Tomas McCurtain's views on the campaign, then Patrick O'Regan says Northerners weren't interested, Rory O'Brady blames the lack of adequate equipment and money from America. Tony Meade says they never got the bazookas from the USA they wanted. In Nov 1961 Minister of Justice Charles Haughey introduced military courts which handed out long sentences. IN Feb 1962 the IRA Army Council ordered hostilities to end and arms to be dumped for now. R O'Brady recalls his feelings at the time, the IRA statement of 1962 is read out, in 5 years the IRA killed 6 RUC men, it lost 8 vols mostly in accidents, Eamon O'Buadhigh says he can't condone the 70s/80s IRA violence but he understands it. Tony Meade asks has the 1969-07 violence been worth it, he says no. | ||
DVD No. |
D06810 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9325 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 29th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The programme looks at the Ian Paisley (DUP) and Gerry Adams (SF) accord with journalist Alex Kene, Newton Emerson, Des McGin and the BBC's political editor Mark Davenport views. Ken Bloomfield and Ivan Cooper discuss and lament the passing of the 1973 Sunningdale deal. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
374 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5514 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 29th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then the UDA has expelled the leader of its Sth/Antrim organisation Gary Fisher and his political adviser Tommy Kirkham. Film report with the UDA's statement and a recent history o the S/E Antrim Brigade, then UPRG's Frankie Gallagher's views on criminality in that area, UDA sources say a "trinity" of brigadiers, Jim Gray, Andre Shoukri and Gary Fisher were preventing the organisation moving forward UPRG's F Gallagher comments, the move comes a week after the government announced it's giving the UDA £1m to help it end paramilitary and criminal activity. In a North Belfast flashpoint, bids on a house have reached bids of £800,000. Film report on current housing boom and this Alliance Ave house near which 14 people have been killed in sectarian violence, estate agent Liam McGranaghan comments on this and prices in the nearby Duncairn Gdns. The DUP MP David Simpson and LMA Steven Mountray have said the DUP deal with SF is premature, meanwhile MLA Jim Wells has said he's staying in the DUP. Film report with Wells comments. In Derry SF have condemned an attack on PSNI officers after a traffic accident. Film report. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06810 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9326 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 29th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, he begins by saying what a week, leaders of radical republicanism and evangelical unionism agreed a shared future for all the people but can such hardened enemies ever really work together, he asks. The pictures from Stormont flashed around the world, a film report from Juliet Paul reviews those iconic pictures and the words of Paisley/Adams, then Alex Kane a new letter columnist gives his views on the pictures, followed by the views of Lord Laird on the public relations images, the picture he says, says more than words for population of NI. Juliet Paul then mentions the current Ormeau Baths display of iconic pictures from NI's recent 40 yr history, some are shown, she then shows other global iconic pictures and asks Maurice Neill of BIFHE on the hidden dangers of these pictures in actual reality, like Arafat and Rabin on the White House lawn then Lord Laird says if the executive fails that picture may come back to haunt people. Then Alex Kane comments on this point comparing it to Paisley Trimble dancing down the Garvaghy Rd, BIFHE's Maurice Neil puts it up there image wise with Bishop Daly and his hankie on Bloody Sunday, then at the Ormeau Baths exhibition John Harrison of the NI Photographers Assoc comments on photos he finds iconic and says Monday's photo is up there also, Juliet Paul summaries then Noel Thompson introduces a discussion with Newton Emerson and Dan McGinn of the Press Assoc on whether the pres should cut the politicians a bit of slack when reporting on the new executive, also included is the BBC's political editor Mark Davenport, Newton Emerson says no we shouldn't cut out cloth differently for new executive, examinations of parties handling of real issues should be just as harsh. Dan McGinn says we should give them a chance, but focus is now on water rates etc, Mark Davenport says he never shied away from reporting a story, he never saw his role as a cheer leader for the peace process, all 3 then comment on more positive reporting ideas, instead of saying Paisley/Adams sell out their grassroots, take the positive attitude. N Emerson says good news doesn't sell papers, and the 2 parties aren't above criticism, the media won't just fall into line, M Davenport says the day of "template" news stories may be at an end, the says stories on health issues may become more prominent he comments on his interview with Adams this week. N Thompson asks them to comment on the change of focus now for journalists. N Emerson thinks more investigative journalism is needed, Dan McGinn feels we shouldn't suspend our cynicism, he laments the lack of a powerful opposition, M Davenport then comments on internal DUP rumblings from D Simpson and S Mountray. N Thompson quotes J Paxton that the relationship between a journalist and a politician should be like a dog and a lamp post. In the If You Ask Me Spot, journalist F O'Connor comment on the Paisley/Adams Stormont picture and press conference, and the previous criticisms of Peter Hain's deadline, she recalls Paisley's previous attempts to wreck the peace process. Then back in the studio Noel Thompson raises the question about Sunningdale in 1974, and asks if that would not have a success, he asks Sir Ken Bloomfield the head of the NI Civil Service back then, and former SDLP politician Ivan Cooper for their views. Ken Bloomfield's book Tragedy of Errors on government and misgovernment of NI is mentioned, Bloomfield comments on the strengths and weaknesses of the Sunningdale deal, and wonders if executive will operate on collective responsibility as Sunningdale did, he wonders how a forced coalition will work, Ivan Cooper comments on the respect the SDLP had for UUP's B Faulkner but thinks that respect is there between the DUP and SF, the coalition will include killers he says, it will take years before they can bear to work with each other, the weakness today is no opposition to the Executive, Ken Bloomfield comments on this issue, and the speed and nature of Nth/Sth issues, I Cooper believes in 1974, the SDLP oversold the Nth/Sth elements, Bloomfield then comment on the academic selection dilemma. Ends with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06810 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9327 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 30th Mar 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In Lurgan the PSNI arrest four dissident republicans. Film report on undercover operation in Kilwilkee estate, as 6 unmarked police cars stopped a blue car, the SDLP's Dolores Kelly gives her reaction. IN lower Lough Erne the body of a woman was found, the PSNI are treating the death as suspicious. Film report. The Assets Recovery Agency has frozen the assets of Patrick Car and Samuel McKee and Joanne McKee from Rathfriland valued at £.75m. In the studio the ARA Chief Alan McQuillan comment on the case, and ARA's success as he see it, this year he sees the key issue as disrupting crime, not making money. With political agreement between the DUP and SF, reporter F McKinney asks will that help Belfast's peace walls be removed. Film report shows aerial views of the walls and profiles their history, with comments of QUB's Peter Shirlow that political progress has only been made at the top table not at ground level, then DUP's Nelson McCausland and SF's Paul Maskey comments, then Joe Lavelle of City Sightseeing Belfast comments on the tourists reactions. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06810 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9328 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sat 31st Mar 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then report on Chancellor Gordon Brown's budget headlines today with film report from Forestside in South Belfast with reaction from Sir George Quigley on the Corporation Tax changes and how he wants it reduced to 12%. Then John Woods of Friends of the Earth on Larry Darby of Price Waterhouse Coopers give their reactions to the budge announcements and their hopes for tomorrows financial package for NI which the chancellor is due to announce. In Belfast today SF's G Adams criticised the DUP's negotiating stance with the Chancellor about NI's financial package he had wanted a united executed approach. Film report with political editor Mark Davenport's comments live from Downing St on the talks going on now between the DUP and Peter Hain, and earlier today between the DUP and T Blair. Davenport comments on the headline figures and details he knows about, like water charges etc, G Brown says the Chancellor will see the DUP and SF together tomorrow, M Davenport confirms that and speculates on whether a deal will be done on devolution by ? On Mon 26th March. (6.30pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06780 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9305 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 2nd Apr 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Killer Questions | ||
Description: |
This current affairs programme profiles the July 2002 murder of Gerard Lawlor by Loyalists, and asks how the Loyalist killers have been able to act with impunity in this case and in the shooting of Jason O'Halloran; even when PSNI say they know the killers. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
374 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5515 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 2nd Apr 2007 | Duration: |
13 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
At Stormont the decisions on which MLAs will get executive ministers seats on May 8th is underway. Film report from Ken Reid speculates on who'll get which job. Also at the weekend Paisley/McGuiness signed a letter asking NI Sec Peter Hain to vacate his office at Stormont. M McGuiness (SF) comments on his talks with Paisley, then UUP's Reg Empey says much work needs done, then in the studio Ken Reid gives his analysis of the parties possible choices. A new search has been launched for 9 of the so-called Disappeared, a team of forensic experts and detectives have been brought in from Britain, by the indep/commission for the location of victims remains. Film report from Ivan Little, identifies the 9 still missing, 4 bodies have been found. Forensic expert Geoff Knupfer, comments on his task, and the support he's getting from the PIRA. The exterior walls of the former Maze/Long Kesh prison have been pulled down today. Film report with political reaction from NIO min David Hansen, then SF MLA Paul Butler who spent 11 years in jail, the DUP's Edwin Poots remarks. The PSNI has failed to connect a Catholic man Jason O'Halloran, 4 months after the Police Ombudsman told them to contact him about a re-investigation of a loyalist murder bid on him 2002, an hour later Catholic Gerard Lawlor was shot dead on the Floral Rd in Nth/Bel. Film report on case featured in UTV Insight: Killer Questions to be shown later tonight. (See DVD D06820). Next report features the latest charges in Northern Ireland Water Services with comments of Katherine Bryan and the views of SF's M McLaughlin and DUP's I Paisley Jnr views on water charges, (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06810 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9329 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 2nd Apr 2007 | Duration: |
22 mins 55 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Killer Questions | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles the events of the night of Mon 22nd July 2002 when loyalist gunmen shot dead Catholic man Gerard Lawlor in North Belfast, that night questions remain unanswered, how did the murder gang operate with such impunity that night and why did police not lock down North Belfast and why was a key witness ignored. The programme begins with an interview with G Lawlor's parents, and his finance on their reaction to his murder then reporter Sharon O'Neill describes how earlier that night at the Ardoyne interface a prot/youth was shot in the groin, and how later 5 miles away on the Floral Rd G Lawlor was shot dead in revenge, that night loyalists mounted several murder bids beginning in Salisbury Ave when loyalists failed to murder 2 RCs walking in the street, half an hour later loyalists on a motorbike failed to kill another young Catholic man, he's unnamed and describes how the gunman's gun jammed and he shouted you lucky Fenian bastard, the Catholic Ryan then describes his interview with the police which was brief. A few yards away in Rosapenna Court, Jason O'Halloran and a friend stood talking when a car pulled up alongside them and fired, Jason was hit in the legs and groin, his friend escaped, as Jason went to hospital, Gerard Lawlor was having a pint in the Bellevue Arms on the Antrim Rd, leaving just before midnight, he was shot twice in the back on the Floral Rd from a revolver previously used in a loyalist feud shooting. His fiancé Siobhan comments on his final moments, a man who stopped to help Gerard, statement to police is read out, he had saw Gerard earlier in the bar, Gerard's parents were on a weekend break in Newcastle they recall being told what had happened, and the numb feeling. Siobhan recalls her confusion as to why Gerard was killed, he'd never harmed anyone, she regrets not being able to say good-bye. The Red Hand Defenders a cover name for the UFF and LVF admitted responsibility, then armed and masked loyalists appeared on TV talking about their limited military response to republican aggression the clip is shown. At this time UFF's C Company on the Shankill Rd was controlled by J Adair, police have said Gerard's murder was carried out by the LVF at behest of Adair. In July 2003 a senior police officer publicly stated they knew the identity of Gerard's killers but had no evidence, Gerard was the last sectarian victim within the previous 13 months, others like Catholic postman Daniel McColgan, prot/teenager Gavin Brett, Catholic Kiernan Cummings, were all innocent and soft targets. It's been 3 years since the police contacted Gerard's parents, PSNI John Horan says that 5 years is recent in murder cases. Then Padriag O'Murigh comments on move being expected from the PSNI. John Lawlor says recent revelations about loyalist killers working for the police has dented his belief in the police. John Horan also believes informers were involved, Jason O'Halloran agrees, he recalls how the police treated him and how he went to Nuala O'Loan the Ombudsman, she recommend a review of the case. It still hasn't happened, John Horan comments, on evidence not taken from shooting victim, the Ombudsman has launched an inquiry into the G Lawlor murder, involving a new witness evidence, John Horan comments on no arrests, Sharon Lawlor on her frustration with police. Ryan Corbett comments on surviving the gunmen and how it affected him, then Gerard's parents on their loss, then Siobhan comments on the effect on her son John (7) and things that Gerard done with him. They are all filmed visiting Gerard's grave. John Lawlor wants someone convicted, Siobhan doesn't trust the police. | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9330 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 3rd Apr 2007 | Duration: |
13 mins 42 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Latest kidnap robbery in Derry. Film report on "tiger" robbery by 5 men, 3 people held all night, then Ballymagroaty Post Office robbed, with PSNI Ch/Insp Robert Balls reaction, then local SF Cllr Billy Page calls for information to be given to the PSNI, the local priest Fr P O'Kane's views. Relatives for Justice is claiming that the majority of murders carried out since 2002 when H Orde became Chief Constable haven't been solved because Police informants are being protected, film report on 45 murders with Mark Thompson's comments. Followed by PSNI statement denying the claims, then Cathy McIlvenny a relative of Craig McCausland killed by the UVF in North Belfast in July 05 gives her opinion, an informant was involved in his killing. In the High Court a former member of the security forces has offered the UDA's Ihab Shoukri accommodation if he's given bail. Film report. At Stormont today the politicians picked the various committee chairman and vice chairman. Film report on relaxed mood at Stormont, whenever SF have a minister the committee will have a unionist chairman and vice versa. SF's John O'Dowd comments on the progress made in a week, SDLP's M Durkan confirms Margaret Ritchie will be Social Development Minister. In Ballymena Council, 5 DUP Cllrs have resigned from the party. Film report with Cllr Robert Stirling's views on Paisley's 'betrayal' then Mayor James Alexander on his resignation, then DUP Cllr Maurice Mills defends Paisley. It's one year since the murder of Denis Donaldson, the spy who brought down Stormont, a double agent, nobody has been charged. Film report on the police investigations to date with journalist Suzanne Breen comments on the case. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9331 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 4th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
27 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Nolan Live | ||
Description: |
Ian Paisley (DUP) gives an interview explaining shy The DUP have done a deal with Sinn Fein over devolution. It is a 'Work-in' not a 'Love-in' says Ian Paisley. He also claims the British Government threatened him with a plan B, which seen greater Republic of Ireland involvement in the Northern Ireland affairs. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
374 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5516 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 4th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Paisley and Irish PM B Ahern meet in Dublin and shake hands for the first time. Film report from Ken Reid with comments of B Ahern on a new future and then I Paisley's comments on visiting the Boyne and looks forward to future meetings. Meanwhile SF has named its ministers for the new executive, Catriona Ruane will get Education, M Gildernew Agriculture, Conor Murphy, Regional Development and Gerry Kelly Junior Minister at the OFMDFM, then Ken Reid gives his analysis of Paisley's visit to Dublin and the SF Ministerial team. A UDA Chief Jackie McDonald has met the PSNI Chief Constable H Orde and afterwards ruled out any early UDA decommissioning. Film report with H Orde's comments and coverage of the UPRG conference with Frankie Gallagher's comments, then J McDonald's views on decommissioning, then conference chairmen George Quigley gives his views on the UPRG's intentions. Within the last hour the report on the 1974 Dublin/Monaghan bombing has been published. Film report. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9332 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 4th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
26 mins 50 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Nolan Live | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Stephen Nolan interviews DUP leader Ian Paisley on why he agreed to go into partnership with SF's G Adams and form a power sharing executive. The programme also includes phone calls and text messages giving the public's reaction to the interview. Paisley begins by saying how could he have faced his people if he had allowed a joint government from Dublin and London to destroy the Union, he says he had to take a step which brought him a lot of heart searching and plain, he had to sell himself and his reputation for the sake of his country, he says he said there were never be Dublin Rule, he says he still calls them SF/IRA, he hasn't changed, he hates the principles of the IRA and their murders but he's a Christian, he loves his enemies and he prays for them, his relationship with SF is not a love-in, he won't be laughing with McGuiness, it'll be a work-in. It's a relationship he has been forced to accept by the undemocratic forces at Westminster he has been threatened by the British government he says, Plan B was their instrument of threat, Paisley says he was frightened for his country, he recalls his father was a Carson man whose home in Rostrevor was burned down by the IRA, he recalls the funerals he has attended, he's asked to comment on the iconic picture of him sitting beside Adams, he denies the picture says that G Adams is ok now, Adams is still the enemy of what Paisley believes in, he tells Nolan to ask Adams if he still believes in terror. Paisley says he only sat beside him to read his statement, on trusting Adams/McGuiness Paisley says they can only be trusted when they prove by their actions what he swears to, he reminds Nolan that Lord Craigavon talked to the IRA in his day, Paisley says he has raised the abolition of the IRA Army Council with SF, he says to nationalists, Paisley is not an ogre he denies nationalist see him as a bogeyman. On water rates, Paisley says he'll solve the problem with the Chancellor in talks, he comment on the progress to date and on the letter to Peter Hain asking him to vacate the building, he calls Hain a squatter, the interview end then Nolan asks the public to phone in their reaction, he asks has Paisley sold out NI, is Paisley a brave man, will the DUP and SF pull it off. Then Nolan takes the calls and the text messages are shown on a giant screen. First caller would prefer Direct Rule, not the IRA in government, another caller accuses Paisley of sitting with terrorists now yet he rejected loyalists terrorist and sent many loyalists to jail, the audience then gets to make its opinion heard, another caller wants integration, then a positive call from Lisburn condemns the pessimism, then more texts shown on the screen, then Joanne from Hillsborough praises Paisley's stand, saying he had no real choice, then William from Belfast calls Paisley a Lundy, a man in the audience says Paisley couldn't defeat the IRA, then John in Newry comments on Paisley not answering the Army Council question, he calls it a stupid question, a man in the audience says Paisley had no choice. | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9333 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 4th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 39 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of Paisley meeting B Ahern in Dublin today and their comments afterwards on the renewed spirit of friendship then Paisley comments after a business meeting, saying he's proud of being an Ulsterman and of his Irish roots, he also looked forward to visiting the Boyne, then Irish PM B Ahern says Ireland's future has never been brighter. The families of those killed I the 1974 Dublin/Monaghan bombings says the McEntee Report findings give them no comfort. Film report says the report claims there is no evidence of any connection between the collusion alleged and the winding down of the Garda investigation. Film clip of 17.5.74 car bomb scenes and reference to Henry Barron's earlier report. Charlie Bird summarises the report's findings, and says the British government assisted the commission, then report on news conference of Justice for the Forgotten Group with their solicitor Greg O'Neill comments, then Phil Lawlor Watson's views, then Catherine O'Loughlin all are critical of the report. (11pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9334 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 5th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 47 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, the PSNI have found a mortar bomb in Lurgan, the railway line has been closed. In North Belfast Drew Aitken (29) was the victim of a sectarian attack at a 24 hr garage on the Antrim Road. Film report on the brutal attack with interview with the injured man and review of similar attacks in the same area, including Aug 2005 stabbing of Thomas Devlin. A minister in the Irish government Martin Cullen has visited Wrightbus in Ballymena to place an order for buses worth £8m. Film report with Martin Cullan's comments, then shop steward Jimmy Wright's views, then Peter Bunting of the ICTU praises the Dublin government's move, then Wrightbus' Mark Nodder gives his views. Tomorrow it's 9 years since the Good Friday Agreement (GFA) but since then it's been political inertia, however in last 9 days DUP/SF have made amazing progress, a reporter visits Sandy Row and Ballymurphy to get the views of local people. The Orange Order is launching an appeal to raise £20,000 for a memorial to its 300 members killed during the Troubles. Film report. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9335 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 6th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 57 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A Catholic bus driver based at the Ballymena Ulsterbus depot has been awarded £80,000 for 5 years of sectarian threats and abuse by the Fair Employment Tribunal. Film report with interview with Gerald Duffy describing the behaviour he had to endure, then Translink statement on the case. (6.30pm Good Friday) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9336 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 11th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
52 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) T NaG | Channel: |
T NaG |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Anamnocht | ||
Programme Title: |
Frongach | ||
Description: |
After 1916 the British Soldiers imprisioned 1800 Irish rebels in Frongach, Wales. This documentary/drama shows how this campagne became a nursery for fresh insurrection under Michael Collins. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
375 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5517 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 11th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, yesterday's Junior orange parades in Bangor ended in violence involving drunken youth, North Down's Council is to review Orange parades policy but Orange Order says it has nothing to do with them. Film report with eyewitness Jimmy Rodgers views, then Cllr Marsden Fitzsimmons reaction, then Orange County Master Harry Whiteside's comments, then PSNI Ch/Insp Robert Murdie denies police were heavy handed during the trouble in Bangor and on the trains back to Belfast. IN Strabane the PSNI say a viable bomb was left at the home of Arthur McGarrigle a member of the town's District Policing Board. Film report. In Trim Co Meath a proposal to name a street after Ian Paisley has caused uproar in the Council. Film report from Ivan Little with a vox pop of locals being against the idea, the street was named Jimmy Finnegan St. (Documentary 11.4.07 RTE TNG: Frongoch on DVD D06830) (Documentary 12.4.07 BBC: The Rise and Rise of the DUP on D06830) (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9337 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 11th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
50 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
TNG |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Anamnocht - Frongoch Colaiste na Reabhlaide (Frongoch University of Revolution) | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) This drama documentary examines the men and their conditions of internment at the Frongoch Camp in Wales following the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin. The programme begins with a reading of the writings of an internee called Joe O'Doherty who recalls being marched across Dublin in handcuffs and some people throwing stones at them, then archive film clip shows the destruction in Dublin after 6 days of revolution and film of some of the 1500 captured volunteers who would eventually end up in Frongoch Internment Camp in Wales. After the titles the narrator talks about the absolute military failure of 1916 yet 5.5 years later the Irish had won independence from a super power and asks why was the 1921 campaign a success when 1916 was a failure, he says it was in the Frongoch Internment Camp that the seeds of the transformation were sown. During this narration more archive film of Dublin post 1916 is shown. Among the internees at Frongoch would be 30 future TDs and one future President, men like Richard Mulcahy, Michael Collins and Sean T O'Kelly. 3 men left valuable accounts of their time in Frongoch and how the experience changed them. Cork man Michael Collins had worked for 10 years in London, Jose Stanley (26) had been a printer from Dublin and Seamus O'Maoileoin (25) was from Co Westmeath and a teacher (photos of the men shown), his first impression of Frongoch was it was like Connemara, but more remote and colder. Frongoch had 2 camps, North Camp with a long wooden barrack (photo shown), then film clip of Bally ? Camp from 4 years later shown, which was similar to Frongoch. M Collins was in the North Camp, he describes the conditions with 30 men in each hut, Joe Stanley was I the South Camp it was a stone building, he describes conditions in a letter to his wife. The South camp was built in 1889 as a whisky distillery but cased trading in 1899. From 1914 the site was to be used for German prisoners of war but they were moved out in 1916 and the Irish brought in, photos shown, half of the Irishmen in Frongoch had been involved in Easter Week Collins reflected on the failings of Easter Week, but praised the leaders bravery, his writing on the matter are read out being in the GPO himself, he said the whole thing had the air of a Greek tragedy, he felt the Rising was bungled. Film clip of the ruins of the GPO shown, then narrator comments on Joe Stanley's 1916 role, he printed Pearce's statements, this involved him being in the GPO for a couple of hours each day. Stanley also posted the Rising bulletins around Dublin. In Frongoch Colonel Heygate Lambert was Co, the writings of the prisoners call him a tyrannical old woman, a pen pusher who never fought, the guards were usually older soldiers not fit for front line service. By and large they let the men get on with things behind the wire, with just a daily head count, food was given each day and prisoners prepared it. By June the camps were organised under IRA leadership, it's at this time the IRA title replaced volunteers or Citizen Army titles. Col Lambert had T McSweeny, Thomas MacCurtain and Sean T O'Kelly moved out to English prisons a threats but M Collins then came to the fore, an account by John Roberts describes Collins cont over the internees, the British policy was to treat Irish prisoners as POWs, but after a few weeks this privilege was withdrawn, Joe Stanley's letters home express the men's worries, the camp sensor was Lt Bevan an incident over a letter to S O'Maoileoin from his mother in Irish is acted out, showing Bevan's petty ?. At night the prisoners said the Rosary in Irish, Irish classes began, as did maths and Latin classes, Spanish, French even Welsh, with John Roberts helping Collins the necessary books and post letters for him. Secret military strategy classes also given to the senior men, also organised were Gaelic games, under Joe Stanley's guidance his notes give a good insight into sports activities and camp life and are profiled in the documentary with Collins physical fitness being noted. Under pressure from the Irish MPS the British government introduced appeals against internment. This was done 30 at a time in London, the prisoners object to this process, S O'Maoileoin disrupting things by only speaking Irish. By August 12,000 were released with only 600 still held in the South Camp, their mood was positive as shown in letters, the food however did cause the men concern as is shown in a M Collins letter, he rejected meat as unfit on one occasion, the local doctor supported their protest but prisoner depended on food parcels from home shared amongst them all, however 6 men got scabies, questioned were asked in Parliament about the food and the rates, by September the men also refused to clean out the guards huts, which POWs shouldn't have to do, for refusal they were detained in the prison in North Camp, which meant no parcels or letters, the protest continued for a month or more, with the prisoners efforts directed to getting the story to the outside world, the methods used to smuggle out their uncensored letters are explained. Col Lambert would often change the guards in case they got friendly with the internees, Sean T O'Kelly comments on bribing the new guards, 142 internees were now punished in the North Camp cells. But on the 9 Oct, the Home Secretary gave in, and they were released. Prisoners morale was high, chess was popular in the camp and among those who enjoyed it were Gerry Boland a future Min of Justice and Richard Mulcahy a future Min of Defence, Seamus O'Maoileoin's letter had already noted them as men to watch, quoting a Mulcahy speech on revolution, another prisoner Joe Sweeney noted M Collins was always preparing for when they'd be released, safe houses, arms etc. New rules meant a roll call each morning but 200 Irishmen refused to identify themselves, when confined, they began a hunger strike, it was called off when the men were allowed to return to their comrades. Col Lambert then made each hut OC responsible for the daily roll calls, he wanted discipline, Joe Stanley a hut leader explains this time even more men refused to co-operate, Lambert court marshalled the hut leaders, Joe Stanley's song on the protest is sung in the docu/drama, the men all got 28 days in prison as punishment, the British then withheld all the men's parcels. Questions were again asked in Parliament, Lambert then ordered the camp doctor to refuse treatment to any man who refused to give his name and number, prisoner W J Brennan Whitmore's conversation with the camp doctor is re-enacted. Questions again asked in Parliament and in Dec the government ordered an independent report on the camp, by Sir Charles Cameron, his findings were never published but Dr Peter's committed suicide worried about its outcome. Col Lambert blamed the prisoners, the camp atmosphere was explosive, the Liberal government however was being shamed over Frongoch in the eyes of the world, even John Redmond called for the prisoners release that December. In May he had applauded the executions of 1916 leaders, on 21/12/1916 Henry Duke announced the prisoners were to be released, Joe Stanley's writings recall the atmosphere in the camp. In Dublin the prisoners received a hero's welcome, photos shown, Ireland had changed, the prisoners were transformed, at England's expense in Frongoch. S O'Maoileoin went on to spy for Collins in Limerick, during the Tan War under the name Liam Forde he sided with the Republicans during the civil war, then returned to teaching, he died in 1958 aged 67. Joe Stanley re-established his printing business printing "An Oglach" for Collins, he died in 1950 owning the Drogheda Argus and several cinemas, the contacts Collins made in Frongoch laid the foundations for the struggle ahead, with Collins eventually forming the Freestate, he was killed aged 32 at an ambush during the civil war. (Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06830 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9340 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 12th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
The Rise and Rise of the DUP | ||
Description: |
This documentary profiles the political journey of Ian Paisley and the political party he founded the Democratic Unionist Party, from the political margins to being the largest Unionist party. It begins with Paisley saying his move from upstart to the leader of unionism proves what he's being saying from the first day was the truth, but UUP's D Trimble says the DUP has always been negative in its approach, it's not a party of leadership it's an opposition party he claims, then b and w film clip shows Paisley in early 1970s saying this violence is on the part of the Catholic Church and always has been. Journalist/writer Ed Maloney comments on Paisley, then A Foster, then Jim Allister's views on DUP/Paisley links, then SDLP's S Mallon highlights Paisley's negativity in politics, and he wonders can he be constructive for once, now 81 on the brink of power Paisley feels he's earned his place in history, he says he the incarnation of what a true unionist is. After the titles Paisley's deputy Peter Robinson on his way to talks, comments that he wouldn't be in politics today if it wasn't for Paisley, he comments on his meeting ahead with Peter Hain and then refers back to 1960s opinion poll where only 1 person in a 1000 wanted Paisley to be PM, the programme then profiles 1960s NI politics, Nats/Repubs were excluded from government here, the UUP ran Stormont and Westminster left them alone. D Trimble comments on 1960s unionism, then Ken Bloomfield recalls 1966 when unionism was an entrenched establishment Ed Maloney recalls the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement, film clip shows unionist anger at PM T O'Neill's reforms were voiced by the moderator of the Free Presbyterian Church Ian Paisley. Clifford Smyth, a DUP founder recalls Paisley going into politics and combining religion and politics he says Paisley saw O'Neill as an ecumenical type who wanted to change Ulster. In Feb 1969, O'Neill called a snap general election, Paisley stood against O'Neill in Bannside, he recalls that campaign when he was one of 6 Protestant Unionist candidates. Photos and film clip of his campaign shown, S Mallon recalls his campaign then C Smyth on his Crusader image, Paisley lost by only 1400 votes to O'Neill, photos shown. It sent shockwaves through unionism, O'Neill was undermined, Ken Bloomfield recalls O'Neill's gloom that night, 2 months later O'Neill resigned as NI PM, Paisley eventually took his Bannside seat in a by-election. NI was however slipping out of unionist control, film of bomb attacks, then Westminster sent in the troops, more film clips. In Aug 1971, hardline unionists discussed forming a new Unionist Party, Paisley recalls the feeling at the time. Paisley and his friend Desmond Boal QC played a leading role, on Sept 29th 1971, an IRA bomb exploded at the Four Step Inn on the Shankill, 2 died. Paisley recalls visiting the scene with Boal, film clip shown, both men then announced their new party, the DUP, born out of an IRA atrocity. It pledged to be right wing on the constitution but left wing on social and economic issues. P Robinson then recalls organising the new party, then Ed Maloney profiles Des Boal's politics up to that point, he left the party after a few years. Paisley then recalls meeting P Robinson, and his workrate, E Maloney comments on Paisley-Robinson Alliance, C Smyth says Robinson gave the DUP a professional strength but he is a clinical, cold political operator, without Paisley's warmth but both are ruthless he says. The Stormont suspension in 1972 removed unionist power and privilege, film of Paisley speaking in Carrick, Lord Morrow DUP chair says its working class status appealed to him, Jim Allister says he was drawn by its firm consistent line, to defend the union and tackle terrorism. Paisley and the DUP led unionist opposition to Sunningdale power sharing in 1974. Film clip Paisley speech, the DUP supported the UWC strike that year, bringing down the Faulkner executive, film clips shown, the DUP would be the opposition to power sharing for the next 30 years. D Trimble comments on how easy that is. In 1979 general election, P Robinson took East Belfast and the DUP took ? of votes overall, a month later I Paisley topped the poll in the first European election with 30% of the vote, he had preached Europe, and the Treaty of Rome were a Catholic conspiracy yet here he was joining it, his church wasn't too happy about that, Ed Maloney comments on this, then the Rev David McIlveen comments on the debate on Europe, over the years the links between Free Presby Church and the DUP have become less clear cut. M Morrow comments on this, then I Paisley says not all FP's are DUP supporters, but there are only 12,000 FP's he say, his vote goes beyond his church. S Mallon comments on FP's/DUP links, as a potent mixture, around the 1981 hunger strike the DUP support increased in fearful times, they slightly outpolled the ? By 01 of 10% in the 1981 council elections, the DUP at this time was linked with loyalist paramilitaries a 1981 film clip hears P Robinson views on this, the DUP built up links with the 3rd Force and Ulster resistance, photo shown, and film clip shows Paisley saying his men will kill IRA men attacking Prot/homes. S Mallon recalls these links, then Paisley now comments, film clips of UDA men on the march, then Robinson says those events can't be taken out of context of the times it was to stop IRA genocide, Ed Maloney comments on DUP/paramilitary ?. After the 1985 Anglo Irish Agreement, Paisley again led unionist protests, film clip of 'never, never, never' speech, the border security issue led to P Robinson's 1000 men invading Clontibret in Co Monaghan, Robinson was arrested, he recalls when he was there, Brian Ranaghan then 17, recalls the Aug 86 invasion and the fear it generated in Clontibret, the Irish Army eventually arriving, P Robinson recalls his arrest, film clip shown, he was fined, press called him Peter the Punt. Twenty years on with their paramilitary links in the past, Dup leaders attend QUB fresher's weeks film shown, young activist Phillip Allister comments on Paisley, then Paisley(?) Recruiting students, then programme reviews the Paisley/Molyneaux links of 1986 an uneasy relationship, designed to bring down the Anglo-Irish Treaty. Paisley photographed with smash SF sledge hammer. P Robinson recalls that coalition DUP had 2 Mps, UUP 9 Mps, Jim Allister recalls events of the 1987 elections when he wasn't allowed to stand against UUP and his resignation over it, for the first time he returned in 2004 to inherit I Paisley's EEC seat. Ed Maloney recalls that at this time, Peter Robinson was also on the verge of resignation because he felt unionists wanted a deal with Thatcher, film clips shown of protests at Maryfield. Robinson then engaged with the unionist taskforce which encouraged unionists to re-engage in the political process, the report was rejected and P Robinson resigned as DUP deputy leader. Film clip shown, then Paisley gives his recollections of the event. After 1 yr however he was again dep/leader and now Peter the Punt was Peter the pragmatist, he attended talks in Duisburg Germany with the SDLP, Alliance and UUP, Robinson recalls what they were about back then, it says it was the beginning of some measure of agreement with the SDLP. Ed Maloney says Fr Alex Reid was also at Duisburg and the delegates knew he was to put forward SF's views, this was 1988. P Robinson denies Fr Reid was a proxy for SF, then Fr A Reid says he was asked to present SF's point of view, but SF didn't know he was doing that, he recalls the talks as reasonable. Back in Belfast the talks continued but ended when the story was leaked to the media, news report film clip shown then Ed Maloney recalls unionist worries about Fr A Reid being there, Fr A Reid seemed as far away as ever, Paisley/Molyneaux partnership limped on to 1995 when Trimble replaced Molyneaux, film clip shown of Paisley/Trimble jig in Portadown, then an IRA ceasefire, and loyalists became interested in politics after their ceasefire, the Downing St Declaration announced, peace process gathers speed, US Pres Bill Clinton even involved, eventually Trimble would sit in power with SF ministers. Paisley only had his old rhetoric at this stage, Trimble had the momentum, film clip of Paisley speech. Ken Bloomfield comments on disarmament issue tripping up Trimble, in Oct 2002 Stormont suspended after crisis after crisis, in 2001 elections Trimble's UUP held its lead within unionism, Trimble recalls the DUP role in politics, then P Robinson on UUP. In 2004 the DUP finally overtook the UUP at the Polls, A Foster and J Donaldson defected, she recalls why, then in 2005 Westminster elections the UUP were left with just 1 seat, and Trimble was defeated, film clip shown. C Smyth gives his analysis of what happened, by June 06 the DUP was now the establishment at the St Andrews talks last Oct. Paisley was about to embark on his biggest gamble with it the prize of PM or ignominous failure, Ed Maloney comments, the 'new' I Paisley mete Catholic A/bishop Sean Brady at Stormont. S Mallon comments on the symbolism of it, film clip of event shown then Rev D McIlveen views on it, then ordinary FP's views, but D McIlveen says Paisley working with SF's M McGuiness would be hard to take, then the F/P's Rev Ivan Foster rejects a SF coalition, Paisley says he'll do what he has to do to get peace in NI, however in weeks up to March 26th DUP influential members like MEP Jim Allister were against partnership with SF, he explains why, then March 26th press conference with G Adams and J Allister resigns, Paisley says IRA/SF is on the defensive and he won't be back tracking, SF can't call the shots he says, so far Paisley has avoided mutinies, but at 81, the programme speculates on who will succeed Paisley, with S Mallon's views then D Trimble, then D McIlveen, then Ed Maloney, then P Robinson comments on his political ambitions, then Paisley himself comments. Programme then hears final views of S Mallon on DUP capacity for real partnership and equality. | ||
DVD No. |
D06830 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9341 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 13th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 22 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Allegations have been made to Nuala O'Loan that an Ormeau Rd UDA man involved in murders was saved from prosecution by his handlers, Haddock style. Film report says Stephen 'Inch' McFerran was involved in 20 murders including the Sean Graham's Bookies killings, Ivan Little reports that in Feb in court McFerran was revealed as an informer when he pleaded guilty to manslaughter of J Adair's associate Roy Green at the Kimberley Inn, he got 5 years. Then Jim Clinton whose wife was killed by loyalists says he wants to know McFerran's role in his wife's murder, then Mark Sykes injured in the Sean Graham's Bookies shooting wants to know was McFerran retained under Hugh Orde's watch also. McFerran was also charged with the murder of loyalist Thomas 'Tucker' Annett at the Kimberley Inn but the charge was dropped. Annett's mother alleges a deal was done for McFerran by Special Branch. In Ballymena a Wright Bus manager Darren Richardson has appeared on a terrorist documents charge and UVF membership and possession of ammo. Film report. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
374 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9338 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 16th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 43 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In courts a police worker, Aaron Hill from Randalstown was charged with stealing info useful to terrorists. Film report hears offences committed between May 02 and April 07. The Director of Relatives for Justice Mark Thompson is blaming the UVF for threats against his life, because of work he has done for people in the unionist community, the PUP say he's not under threat. Film report with Mark Thompson's comments on the threat, then SF's G Adams reaction, then DUP's I Paisley's reaction, followed by PUP's Dawn Purvis comments. The DUP today announced its ministerial team, they also say there will be developments this week about excluding parties who misbehave in government Film report from Ken Reid names DUP ministers as P Robinson (Finance), N Dodds (Enterprise), A Foster (Environment), E Poots (Culture) with I Paisley Jnr as OFMDFM Jnr minister, I Paisley Snr says he's working well with SF M McGuiness in his remarks, Paisley expects the IMC to continue its role, but he admits he has a drastic change in the IRA/SF. Another first today was a SF delegation led by G Adams meeting the Policing Board. Film report with Adams comments on joining the Policing Board, the Board Chairman Des Rea's views on today's meeting, followed by Ken Reid comments on D Trimble leaving the UUP and joining the Conservative Party, he also comments on future role of the IMC here. Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan has ruled the RUC killing of a Derry schoolboy Paul Witters with a plastic bullet in 1981 was unjustified, she also claims the RUC didn't investigate the killing and she criticises retired RUC officers for not co-operating with her inquiry. Film report from Ivan Little with N O'Loan's remarks, and then his sister Emma Whittier's reactions, then PSNI statement. In Lurgan the PSNI arrested 2 men today. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06820 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9339 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 17th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentry | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
The Rise and Rise of The DUP | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles the political rise of Ian Paisley and the DUP, with comments from friends, allies and political enemies. Contemporary film clips were used showing Ian Paisley in action. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
375 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5518 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 17th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
39 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
A FunnyThing Happened On The Way Througn The Troubles | ||
Description: |
An examination of the Northern Ireland sense of humour, which survived the violence. Local comedians recall homourous events, including Martin Lynch | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
375 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5519 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 17th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
DUP's I Paisley says he's staying as First Minister for four years. Film report with Paisley interview from Ken Reid, he says Ulster needs him. (The full documentary will be screened on UTV on May 8th) then Ken Reid gives his analysis of Paisley's comments, and the implications for the DUP succession. Next report is on the new rates bills issued today from Jamie Delargey, with householders comments. In Ballymena a Wrightbus manager Darren Richardson (30) has been charged with having the details of 100 suspected republicans, ammunition possession and UVF membership. Film report links him to the arrest yesterday of Police civil servant Aaron Hill facing similar charges. In Craigavon 2 men Damien McKenna (23) and Gary Toman (22) were charged with conspiracy to murder policemen and possession of a mortar in Lurgan. Film report. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06830 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9342 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 17th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
38 mins 38 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way Through the Troubles | ||
Description: |
This programme is presented by journalist Jim McDowell, in it he examines the NI sense of humour, often referred to as a 'Gallows humour' which appeared during the 30 years of Troubles here, and how it was used by ordinary people and local comedians to deal with the horrors of daily violence here. It begins with b and w film clips of 1969 street trouble and the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival - Bad Moon Rising, then film of Frank Carson using the terms "Fenian Bastard" and "Orange Bastard" in his stand up comedy routine. J McDowell says this self effacing ability to laugh at ourselves was important, then a clip from Give my Head Peace locally made Troubles programme, followed by its actress Olivia Nash recalling an incident that happened to her following a bomb blast in Belfast's York St Station. Jim McDowell then shows items in the Linen Hall Library, humour related to the Orange Order, followed by a clip from the James Young show on the12th July orange poles, then cartoons of the late Rowen Friars relating to our local politicians are shown, the Troubles also created a new type of comedian here. The Mimics who imitated the voice of politicians, one of them John McBlain explains jokes he told about the SF leader G Adams, in West Belfast, but his joke about Bobby Sands wasn't received too well, he had to leave the club, another comedian John Linehan recalls his gig at a Shankill Rd Club when he told a 1690 joke, a film clip from the 1989 BBCNI "The Show" poked fun at the Troubles themselves but the BBC received a torrent of complaints. BBC head then, Ian Kennedy recalls public reaction, Paisley comments, then paper headlines shown, with Ian Kennedy's views. Then Eamon Friel sings a funny song about Orange marches during the Garvaghy Rd parades Troubles, John McBain recalls walking down the Garvaghy Rd nude with a sash on, then taxi driver Brendan Denver recalls working through a Cupar St riot, when a local wino set himself on fire with a petrol bomb. Film then of burning buses as J McDowell recalls how the black taxi service developed, playwright Martin Lynch recalls taking the piss out of newly arrived journalist Hugh Jordan over the black taxis. Jim McDowell says even Bloody Sunday attracted humour. Derry man Gerry Anderson recalls witness testimony at the Widgery Inquiry, film clip then of army road checks etc, then Martin Lynch recalls in 1969 a British/army Major going into the Old House Pub on the Falls Rd and asking Hughie Dasker for ID. Film of bomb exploding, then John Linehan recalls surviving an explosion when out with his wife. He comments on the importance of humour in those days then Paul McLaughlin who worked in Lavery's Bar in Belfast centre, and a band singer who always got drunk and was locked in during a bomb scare, then of UDA marching during 1974 UWC strike. Bob Cummings recalls a power in a pub, then Sam McAughtry recalls trying to get petrol from the UDA, then Derek Mason recalls a radio mistake he made during a marathon when he mentioned a black man crossing the Ormeau Bridge, then Bob Cummings on a car crashing into the Sports Bar on the Falls, and someone called out "taxi for Kelly". John Linehan done his act in drag, he recalls being stopped by the army in costume, then Jackie Flavelle recalls being stopped by the UDR when his recorded show was on the radio, then Ulster Museum's David Erwin describes being stopped by the police with a dead bear in their van which turned out to be alive, and the press interest in the story. In the 1980s G Fitt's house was attacked, J McDowell recalls Fitt's humorous remark to a black soldier who was first at his house, film clip of bomb of Belfast's Europa Hotel. In 1992 Alison Campbell recalls bomb scare at Miss NI finals, when girls in underwear fled the hotel, then Lesley Doyle on colloquialism in Sandy Row, Sam McCreery on being stopped with men named Curry and Rice, then Gerry Anderson again on a drunks comments in a gun battle melee. In 1974 on Sandy Row loyalists hijacked and burnt a lorry full of firelighters it burned for a long time, then Noel Thompson recalls an incident in the ? in Ballynahinch, when loyalists were prevented from attacking Catholic homes, then Ken Bloomfield's home is bombed by the PIRA, the TV interview shows his humour is still alive, then Martin Lynch talks about the different British/Army regiments and their behaviour. From Paras to Devon and Dorsets, one hide under their stairs after a grenade attack, then in 1971 Olivia Nash recalls her disastrous engagement party, caused by an army search of her car. In ? Ronnie Flanagan recalls catching 2 bombers and letting them defuse the bomb with a rope tied around his leg. In 1994 with then paramilitary ceasefire there were cavalcades and celebrations, film clips shown, Jim McDonald tells the story of a Belfast Flower seller who ended up in Court for singing in the street. Followed by story from Irvinestown on arms being handed in, then more clips of Frank Carson's stage act, where tragedy and comedy shared the same stage, our own unique band of humour. | ||
DVD No. |
D06840 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9343 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 18th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 49 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The British government has announced a strategic review of parades in Ni, the review body will be led by Paddy Ashdown. Film report from Ken Reid in Westminster with Paddy Ashdown's comments on his cross community 6 man team, then SF's G Adams who was meeting Tony Blair in London was critical of Ashdown's appointment as he was a former British soldier who served in NI's Ardoyne area 30 years ago, he says Orange parades can be solved by dialogue with residents. Meanwhile in the Commons DUP's I Paisley invited Tony Blair to the re-establishment of the Executive on May 8th. A further film report from F McKinney reviews the parades issue and looks at the Ashdown team members,one is Sean 'Spike' Murray a senior republican also Mervyn Gibson, of the Loyalist Commission and a senior Orange chaplain, the other members are Sammy Douglas of the Belfast Interface Group, Geraldine McAteer of the Belfast Partnership Group, Derry businessman Gavin O'Doherty and Mervyn Rankin, a former Chief/Exec of Ballymena Council, the Orange Order welcomed the commission and criticised current Parades Commission. SF MLA A Maskey welcomed the commission but also criticised Paddy Ashdown's appointment, his interview is followed by DUP's N Dodds statement of concern about Sean Murray. In the studio the current Parades/Comm Chairman Roger Poole gives his reaction to the new review teams purpose and calls it helpful. Then Ken Reid gives his analysis of Paddy Ashdown's appointment by T Blair, and the latest on the expected financial package for NI. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06840 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9344 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 23rd Apr 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 7 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Sinn Fein has selected and named its members who will serve on the Policing Board, they are Derry MLA Martina Anderson, Antrim MLA Daithi McKay and Belfast MLA Alex Maskey. Film report from F McKinney profiles the arrest of M Anderson in Glasgow and her conviction with the Brighton Bomb Team in 1984, then she comments on her job on the Policing Board, to hold the PSNI to account then Alex Maskey comments on changing the nature of policing. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06840 | Tape No. |
375A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9345 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 24th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Forensics Under the Microscope | ||
Description: |
Presented by Kevin Magee this programme profiles the flawed system of DNA testing in N Ireland's forensics laboratory at Carrickfergus, as revealed in the recent trial of Sean Howey on Omagh bombing charges. K Magee begins with a reconstruction of a house robbery in Sth Belfast when the robber left a cigarette butt behind, the forensics report from Carrick said it was the DNA of a man who lived nearby in Sth/Bel, it looked an open and shut case. Paul Hackett the head of DNA profiling in England and Wales says the change of 2 unrelated people sharing a DNA profile is extremely remote, but the NI lab at Carrick had made a terrible mistake, instead of testing the cigarette butt from the robbery, they tested cig/butts from the Sth/Belfast man's car this only came to light when his solicitor Ann Marshall ordered her own independent test. She explains what happened to Kevin Magee, the accused Jim Nelson had been dubbed a 'granny beater' and had become a recluse since 2001, one of his lawyers, Sean McCann speaks on his behalf and explains how frightened Jim Nelson still is, and he gets panic attacks. The Judge in the case called the mix-up quite unacceptable, the NIO Justice Minister David Hansen defended the Lab's reputation and rejected the Judge's comments, NI Forensic Lab called in auditors to check for other mistakes, it was called the Helm report and it shows between 2002 and 2003 there were 485 errors in DNA reporting, with 150 of the errors being significant. In the USA forensic labs have been closed down over the quality of their work, Kevin Magee goes to Chicago to speak to Prof Bill Thompson of the University of California at Irvine, he's a world authority on the use of DNA evidence in court, he gave his views on the Helm report calling it a simple audit of record keeping processes, and has nothing to do with the quality of the scientific work being done, but the Lab isn't doing the job it should with records he says. K Magee reveals the Carrick Lab was operating without accreditation which had been withdrawn, a QC Michael Mansfield says it should have been allowed to continue, he gives his views on the Helm report criticisms. The Lab wouldn't give an interview, the NIO Min David Hansen says none of the errors were serious and didn't affect the outcome of any trials, except the Nelson case. Bill Thomson you can't have questions about integrity of forensic labs of any sort, the Helm report also said 100 items couldn't be found or traced for audit. Andrew Wade an independent forensic scientist says losing a single exhibit could be of critical importance and such an event should result in a lock down of the laboratory, then Bill Thompson agrees it's a serious error. Helm also says in 2003, 3 entire case files couldn't be traced, A Wade says this is very serious incident, and could result in a miscarriage of justice, NIO Min D Hansen says the Helm Report gave the Forensic Service a clean bill of health, with only occasional errors, he says it's only 1 or 2 case files missing out of 20,000 a year, he doesn't know what the files relate to, nor will he reveal its details if he did know. Helm report only looked at DNA Lab, but at the Omagh Bomb trial, timer power units from bombs had gone missing from the lab, it was revealed. K Magee profiles the charges against Sean Howey over the Omagh bomb (1998) the verdict will be later this year. The Criminal Solicitors Assoc says it should have been told the Lab had no accreditation from 2003 to 2005, Sean McCann explains why, then K Magee reviews the serious scrutiny of the Lab during the Omagh bomb trial, K Magee reviews the new low copy number DNA which the Carrick Lab presented, it was developed in England, Paul Hackett explains how low copy number is used on contact traces between a surface and a perpetrator, in Australia low copy no was used in the Fellconeyio case, K Magee explains the case details, with Paul Hackett comments. In the USA the FBI won't use low copy no in court room evidence, Dr Norah Rudin a DNA consultant from California explains the US doubts on old exhibits contamination and low profile copy No Kevin Magee's own DNA tested in the USA, Dr Dan Krone of Wright State Univ Ohio, who gave evidence at the Omagh Bomb Trial, interpreted Magee's DNA, firstly he comments on the DNA, low copy No, at the Sean Howey trial, which he said were unreliable. In a class to lawyers, he shows that Kevin Magee couldn't be ruled out as a suspect due to his low copy No DNA, the Lib/Dems UK spokeswoman Lynn Featherstone explains why they're urging caution on low No DNA testing, she explains why. Paul Hackett comments on this secondary transfer, Dr Drone comments on how Howey being an electrician could have affected the evidence presented, Paul Hackett defends his position, on cross contamination, but Jim Nelson was charged on ordinary DNA evidence. NIO Min David Hansen comments on the safety of the Criminal Justice System. M Mansfield QC comments then K Magee says in 2006 mistakes are still being made, but the Lab's accreditation is being restored. (10.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06840 | Tape No. |
375A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9346 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 25th Apr 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 16 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson he begins by looking at the various responses to the 15th report of the Independent Monitoring Commission, in the studio the DUP's J Donaldson is asked to comment on Jim Allister's view that the report avoided embarrassing SF by not mentioning the Army Council or the Dennis Donaldson killing, he replied the DUP is asking awkward questions of SF at Stormont, he criticises Jim Allister for sidelining himself, he also says the IRA Army Council in reality is now redundant, although they want it to happen, and he says SF's G Adams says it will happen, on the ill-gotten gains, Donaldson says the Assets Recovery Agency has been successful in getting some of this money back, using the rule of law. The Robert McCartney murder, Donaldson says that Ian Paisley met the family recently and it's an ongoing issue with SF. Donaldson highlights the huge positive items in the June report which he says N Thompson is avoiding, he says people want progress and the DUP are giving them that. On the appointment of Martina Anderson to the Policing Board, Donaldson says they can't control who SF appoint, but on the board she'll have him and his DUP team to reckon with and they won't allow her to create havoc. Donaldson says their relationship with SF is pragmatic politics not sweetness and light, to build political stability for NI, he denies the DUP has gone soft on SF and criticises the media. Next N Thompson introduces a film profile of new MLA Michelle O'Neill (30) Sinn Fein from mid-Ulster who a Cllr and deputy mayor of Dungannon, her father was a Cllr in the 80s and 90s, she's in politics to change the status quo she says and make a change in people's lives. In the If You Ask Me Spot journalist Newton Emerson comments on the issues and things our upcoming new local government should tackle, the things the NIO wouldn't do he says, like complete the motorway to Derry, he presents different cost saving measures that could pay for it, mostly by scrapping quangos, like the Equality and Human Rights Commissions, the Maze Stadium and the NIO and the Ulster Scots and Irish language bodies. Noel Thompson then presents the next story. B Ahern says if Fianna Fail is re elected they'll spend 5 million Euros on a peace monument at the border. A film report from Juliet Paul looks at the story with views of Bill Rolston of the University of Ulster on a suitable monument, then she previews some of the current public art on display around NI, like the fish at the Lagan, the spire in Dublin and the thing with the ring at the Queen's Bridge, then Trevor Leaker of the NI Society of Architects comments. Bill Rolston likes the figures reaching to each other in Derry, then Belfast artist Rita Duffy explains her ideas for a border monument involving army watch towers changing into a civilian tower. Bill Rolston thinks building up the Sth Armagh area would be a good monument, a peace park for example. The next topic to be discussed concerns loyalist paramilitaries, this week a UVF announcement is expected relating to its future intentions, to comment on what's going on within loyalism, Susanne McKay and Roy Garland join Noel Thompson and BBC home affairs corresp Vincent Kearney. Roy Garland explains his view the loyalists have little to gain from standing down compared to what the IRA got, Susanne McKay feels the UVF won't decommission but just say they won't use them, then Vincent Kearney comments on what the police will do with loyalists if they don't decommission, he raises the point of loyalists feuding being a reason to hold them. S McKay comments on PUP's D Purvis reaction to UVF threats to 200 people this week, she sees a role for Paisley in getting loyalists to decommission. Roy Garland highlights loyalist insecurity, then V Kearney on the PUP's lack of MLAs. (Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06840 | Tape No. |
375A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9347 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 1st May 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Ten Years of Tony | ||
Description: |
The programme begins in 1997 with Tony Blair's (British PM) first visit to Belfast. It reviews his efforts to establish peace and devolution in Northern Irealnd. All the major local party leaders and the Irish Prime Minster Bertie Ahern give their views on Tony Blair's efforts and his legacy. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
375 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5520 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 1st May 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 24 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
I Paisley and M McGuiness have appeared at Stormont together for the 1st time when they net the EEC President Jose Manuel Barrusco. Film report with Barrusco's comments on NI getting more financial help from Europe. Barrusco comments that NI now has a very good team in Paisley/McGuiness. The PUP's Dawn Purvis today met the Secretary of State as speculation mounts that the UVF will make a significant this week on its future and the possibility of any arms being decommissioned. Film report shows a hooded UVF man last month discounting any imminent possibility of decommissioning, then in the studio PUP's D Purvis says she doesn't know what's in the UVF statement but that the UVF did want Plan A implemented, devolution, and that has been done. She says she wants to see an end to paramilitarism and criminality. In Omagh a SF Cllr M McAnespie was killed by a bull on his farm. Film report with interviews with his daughter Anne Fitzgerald, his brother Harry and a friend Cllr Peter Kelly. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06840 | Tape No. |
375A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9348 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 1st May 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Ten Years of Tony | ||
Description: |
With Tony Blair in power for 10 years and speculation rife he will be stepping down as PM this year, this documentary from Stephen Walker asks our local politicians who dealt with him what they think of him and what will be his legacy. In opening short comments M McGuiness (SF) I Paisley (DUP) D Trimble (UUP) S Mallon (SDLP) B Ahern (Irish PM) all give their views on Blair, then after the opening titles S Walker using film clips reviews Blair's election in 1997 as New Labour, his presidential style and his personality at the heart of Blair's biographer John Rantoul comments on this aspect, Peter Hain calls him a people person, everybody thinks he's their friend. Within days of becoming PM Blair was in Belfast, film clip shown as the Blair peace project began Blair invites republicans to join the settlement train as it leaves the station, he gets a second PIRA ceasefire, then Blair took first of historic risks, he held face to face talks with SF. M McGuiness recalls the meeting, he says he felt Blair was a man "we needed to do business with" by the Autumn of 1997. US Senator George Mitchell was chairing talks, he recalls the talks as exhaustive and counterproductive. By Good Friday 1998 Blair was back in Ireland, G Mitchell had made that a cutoff point, Blair makes his hand of history remark, Castle Buildings talks went into height, Blair played many roles, diplomat, negotiator and lawyer, S Mallon (SDLP) recalls Blair's techniques, then B Ahern (Irish PM) recalls the decision on releasing prisoners. Film of Paisley protest outsider, when Trimble stalled over prisoners, Blair intervened he made a side deal, writing the UUP he said the IRA should begin decommissioning immediately. Trimble recalls Blair's letters importance to him, then S Mallon comments on the library full of Blair's letters Trimble must have, but none of them mean anything. George Mitchell says there were compromises and ambiguities, but it was the best which could be obtained, McGuiness says if Blair wants at Castle Buildings, D Trimble wouldn't have made the deal. After the GFA, Blair made a further series of pledges to reassure skeptical Unionists, 21-5-98 film clip shown, Mallon says most Unionists trusted their PM, but he told them half truth says Mallon. After the referendum, Blair had achieved cross party agreement where none had existed, Blair's media adviser (1997-2000) Lance Price explains Blair's skills, John Rantoul says Blair see NI as a template for everything else he tried, the Kosovo war, and even on Iraq. The Omagh Bombing on Aug 15, 1998 shocked Blair, TV reaction shown, by 1999 skeptics began to question his new Labour project. Lance Price explains why Blair over ? in Belfast the peace process stalled, S Mallon begins to questions Blair's style, he explains why he had doubts, then Paisley says Blair was diplomat, SDLP's M Durkan views agree, Blair again becomes involved over decomm. The NI Sec Mo Mowlam perceived by unionists as too close to nationalists was sidelined, S Mallon says he saw her treatment as abominable, Blair eventually got Mandelson to replace her, the ultimate Blairite, M McGuiness calls him a very dangerous Sec of State who damaged the process, B Ahern comments, in 2000 assembly was dissolved for next 3 years process was dominated by 2 issues, decommissioning and devolution more suspensions and a lack of trust. A Blair plan in 2003 failed as the IRA decomm failed to convince the UUP. Trimble TVS comm the assembly elections were a disaster for the UUP, Trimble recalls the result, Paisley is now voice of Unionism, Lance Price say Blair saw Paisley as annoying. Paisley recalls those times, M McGuiness says Blair hoped for a Trimble comeback, in Autumn of 2004 at Leeds Castle, Blair tried unsuccessfully to convince Paisley this was the moment for power sharing. Paisley recalls Blair's ultimatum talks. As Blair concentrates on DUP and SF the other parties felt marginalised. M Durkan (SDLP) say Blair told him "your problem is you don't have guns". At home Blair's reputation was damaged by the Iraq War and Hutton Report, he decided he needed good news from NI, S Mallon (SDLP) recalls him charming I Paisley whom he couldn't tolerate, but because of this, the man who always said no began to say yes claims Mallon, In the 05 elections, Blair won again, in NI the DUP and SF became NI's largest parties, P Hain welcomed this, last Nov at St Andrews more talks began but now the IRA had decommissioned, M Durkan felt Blair was straighter during these talks, as he was thinking about his legacy. Paisley agrees this time there was no ultimatum, Stephen Walker outlines the choreography of the Blair tactics, SF back Policing, DUP share power, Paisley recalls 6 Blair phone calls, suggesting a fudge, SF back policing at special Ard Fheis, then on 26/3/07, Paisley sits with Adams and announces May 8th devolution date, P Hain comments on moment of history and credits Blair, Paisley comments then D Trimble, on the changes, Paisley calls handshake a farce, then S Mallon, M McGuiness, I Paisley, B Ahern all say what they feel is Blair's legacy. | ||
DVD No. |
D06850 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9349 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 2nd May 2007 | Duration: |
50 min |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) T Na G | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Uachtarain | ||
Description: |
Historians Joe lee and Dermott Ferriter along with Devaleras Family and Friends contribute to this profile of the 1916 commarder and third President of The Irish State, with contributions from author Tim Pat Coogan. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
376 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5522 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 2nd May 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 19 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, in Derry shots were fired over the coffin of Jimmy White, the Official IRA leader in the city at the time of Bloody Sunday, who was later a founder member of the INLA, 2 men were arrested by the PSNI, film report. The Policing Board has released the latest crime figures for NI, overall crime is down 1.7% from last year. Film report however says violent crime is up 24%, PSNI OCC Paul Leighton comments on tackling the problems, then Board Chairman Des Rea comments on SF being present at the next board meeting. In the Courts Randalstown man Aaron Hill, a police worker gets bail on terrorist documents charges, he's member of Sons of Ulster Flute band. Film report. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06850 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9350 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 2nd May 2007 | Duration: |
50 mins 21 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
TNG |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Uachtaran | ||
Programme Title: |
Eamon De Valera | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) This programme is a profile of the life and times of Eamon De Valera. It begins with a black and white Pathe News clip of De Valera being sworn in as Irish President, then the narrator recalls De Valera was born in New York City on 14 October 1882, his mother was Catherine Coll an Irish immigrant according to the family a Cuban sculptor Juan De Valera was his father, although some historians reject this. Tim Pat Coogan says De Valera was illegitimate, Eamon O'Cuiv (grandson) maintains Catherine Coll was married to Juan De Valera but he was Spanish, and they owned a sugar plantation in Cuba, Jim Duffy a journalist says experts can't find a record of the marriage or even a record of a Juan De Valera existing. Dermoid Ferriter a historian says there are rumours she was pregnant before she went to the USA, Garret Fitzgerald says there is no serious questions about his legitimacy, Eamon O'Cuiv says Juan died and Kate Coll's brother who was in the USA, brought Eamon back to Ireland. Tim Pat Coogan says he made the most of his opportunities despite a bad start, Eamon O'Cuiv says Dev lived with his grandmother in Bruree, a black and white film clip interview with Dev hears him say he recalls his journey back to Ireland at 2.5 years old. T K Whitaker, an economist, recalls Dev talking to him about his youth, and schooldays, D Ferriter says politically Dev milked his links with rural Ireland and Co flare. E O'Cuiv recalls his father avoiding farm work to play hurling, at 16 he was awarded a scholarship to Dublin's Blackrock College, a new world to the country boy. Sean Farragher of Blackrock says Dev arrived in 1898, he was an outsider to the other boys, but he excelled in Maths, but the peaceful boarding school helped his studies, and he didn't mind missing out on his farm duties back in Co Clare, school photos of Dev shown. D Ferriter says Dev was involved in school debates and he argued in favour of a constitutional monarchy for Ireland, the school provided a political knowledge to Dev as well as education, he eventually became a Maths teacher in Rockwell College, Tipperary in 1903. In 1906 he was appointed Prof of Maths in Carysfort a teacher training college for women in Blackrock, at this time he joined the Gaelic League, his Irish teacher was Sinead Flanagan and they eventually married on 8 Jan 1910. Tim Pat Coogan profiles Sinead, then a black and white film clip has Dev recalling meeting his wife, and his involvement with the Gaelic League giving him a sense of Nationhood and a desire for Irish freedom. In 1913 Dev was sworn into the Irish Volunteers where he became adjutant, photos shown, under the leadership of Thomas McDonagh, D Ferriter says being a respectable middleclass teacher helped him in the Vols, Dev took part in the Howth gun running, a black and white film clip of Dev in his uniform is shown, Eamon O'Cuiv talks about his gun running on his motor bike and how he later joined the Irish Republican Brotherhood (IRB), as a commandant in the Dublin Brigade, Dev had a central role in the 1916 Rising, on the 24th April Dev's men occupied Bolands Mill on Grand Canal St, Tim Pat Coogan tells of Dev "cracking up" during the week through lack of sleep. Film clips of the rising shown, Eamon O'Cuiv gives the family's side of the story, then film clips of the fighting in Dublin, then Padraig O'Fiannachta, Dev's autobiographer recalls talking with him about the Rising, but T P Coogan says Dev made the most of the legend, then black and white film clip of Dev talking about the men of the 1916 and how happy he was to carry on their work. Five days into the Rising Dev was the last leader to lay down arms, he was sentenced to death, but luck and a vital decision saved him, between the 3rd and 12th May, 15 leaders were executed. Eamon O'Cuiv recalls Dev's movements at that time between prisons and says he wasn't short as the mood of the people had changed, his biographer says it was because he was a US citizen, the legal situation was explored and by that time the PM L George decided to end the executions, Dev was released from prison during the 1917 Amnesty and stood for SF in the East Clare by election, he won the seat and became President of SF in 1918, film clip shown. In 1918 SF won a landslide victory across Ireland. Dev was re-arrested and put back in prison in England, when the First Dail met in the Mansion House in Jan 1919, Cathal Brugha was appointed PM, M Collins organised Dev's escape from Lincoln Prison that Feb and Brugha stepped down for De Valera. Film clip shown. Dev then visited the USA to win recognition for the Irish Republic, film clip shown, he was abroad for most of the War of Independence, returning in Jan 1921, and the truce was announced in July. Film clip shows him going to London to meet L George but returned with no agreement, he sent a team of M Collins, Erskine Childers and Arthur Griffith to conclude discussions, film clips shown. D Ferriter comments on the powers this team had, could they sign off on a treaty or had they to get Dev's ok first, this is unclear, he speculates on the suggestion that Dev "shafted" the team. Tim Pat Coogan feels Dev should have been at the talks and explains why. Film clip of British team shown, he calls Dev's decision a misjudgment, Eamon O'Cuiv says Griffith promised Dev nothing would be signed before the Irish Cabinet saw it, he maintains Dev was right to stay in Ireland and Griffith's team was pressurised into signing the document, on 6 Nov 1921, Ireland was now a dominion of the British/Empire, but ministers would have to give an oath to the Crown. Furthermore the Irish government only controlled 26 counties, plus Britain maintained control of ports of Cork, Berehaven, and Lough Swilly. D Eirean voted for the Treaty, Dev and other anti-Treaty TDs walked out, Ireland was divided, some of the IRA saw sellout, both sides were drawn into a brutal civil war. Film clips shown. G Fitzgerald recalls talking to Dev about the civil war, his parents were friends of Dev's before it began. Eamon O'Cuiv says Dev had nothing to do with the outbreak of civil war and made efforts like the pact election to prevent it, he says Dev had no links with those in the 4 courts. Film clips shown of the civil war, then T P Coogan says the civil war was the main blot on Dev's reputation thereafter. Writer Ulick O'Connor says M Collins went to visit Dev at Greystones and became friendly with Rory De Valera, he recalls the family's sadness at Collin's death. On 30th May 1923 the civil war ended. Dev was in prison till 1924 as SF President he wouldn't attend the Dail because of the oath, yet he was ineffective outside it, he resigned from SF and formed Fianna Fail entering the Dail in 1927 taking the oath. D Ferriter says Dev wasn't too comfortable with militant republicanism and this way he shook it off. Film clip shows Dev talking about the oath at a rally. Dev fund raised for the FF in the USA, he spent some of the American money founding the Irish Press in 1931, the following year FF won 72 seats in the Dail, he was now PM and got rid of the oath of allegation and began stripping the 1922 Treaty piece by piece, completing his own constitution in 1937, G Fitzgerald (Fine Gael) comments on the Catholic influence in his new constitution, then Tim Pat Coogan views, then Eamon O'Cuiv defends Dev's constitution as being before its time on civil liberties. D Ferriter says by the end of 1930s Irish democracy was bedded down despite worries about Dev's authoritarian attitude. In 1938 Dev repatriated the Treaty ports ending the British presence in Ireland and that helped Ireland stay neutral in WWII. Britain got £10m, FF lost the 1948 election after 16 years in power, John A Kelly's first into party government took power, Fianna Fail returned to power in 1951 and 1957, Dev was 75, the economy was in the doldrums. In 1959 aged 77 Sean Lemass took over FF leader from Dev. T P Coogan says Dev found it hard to give up power. It wasn't long before Dev was a Presidential candidate but economics were bad in 1950s Ireland, unemployment and emigration were high, historian Joe Lee sets the scene a protest vote was inevitable, Fine Gael stood Gen Sean McKeown against Dev, historian Gearoid O'Tuathaigh comments on why Dev won, various contributions to the programme who were Dev's friends then recall the relaxed side of Dev's character in his term as President, with family film clips and Eamon O'Cuiv's recollections, Dev had an international status that other Irish Presidents didn't have. Film shows him with Churchill, then US President Nixon and J F Kennedy in 1963, Nial O'Dowd of the Irish Voice recalls Ted Kennedy telling him that J F Kennedy was always showing the 1963 film of his Irish visit to the family, Eamon O'Cuiv says Dev and JFK got on well and his grandmother called JFK "my boy". One year after JFK's assassination, Dev addressed both Houses of Congress in the USA film clip shows the honour he was shown, was Lyndon B Johnston the US President Joe Lee comments on these "homecoming" exchange visits. In 1966 aged 84, Dev put his name forward for President again, it was also the 50th anniversary of 1916, FG's Tom O'Higgins stood against him, Dev won by 10,000 votes, D Ferriter gives his analysis of Dev's unexpected narrow victory, Dev's Ireland was now dead and gone. In 1973 aged 90, he left the President's Mansion for the last time, film clip shown. In January 1975 his wife Sinead died, Dev passed away in August the same year. Film clip shows the announcement of his death, then film of his state funeral, Joe Lee recalls the effect on Ireland's people, old and young. (Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06850 | Tape No. |
376 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9351 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 3rd May 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme examines today's UVF statement that they want to decommission and Dawn Purvis (PUP Leader) was interviewed. Alex Kanes gives his views on the DUP/SF devolution deal, followed by a report on Sinn Fein's chances in the next election in the Republic of Ireland. Finally, the unionists, brian Kennedy, N. McCausland (DUP) and D. Cooke (Alliance) discuss whats happening to the Union, with devolution in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
376 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5523 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 3rd May 2007 | Duration: |
20 mins 13 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The UVF has announced its standing down, it's war is over but there'll be no decommissioning. Film report shows former UVF leader Gusty Spence reads their statement, says "all ordnance has been put beyond reach". After the press conference the Billy Hutchinson says the UVF war is over and he explains why they aren't going to decommission, however Gusty Spence doesn't rule decomm out in the future. The UVF statement apologised to innocent victims, Gusty Spence includes his victim Peter Ward in that and comments on meeting P Ward's mother. Mr Spence's nephew Winkie Rea a former Red Hand Commando prisoner welcomes the UVF move. In a further report David Morgan looks at the reaction of UVF victims' families. It begins with film of armed UVF men firing into the air at a bonfire, since 1994 ceasefire the UVF has killed 20 Protestants, Cathy McIlvenny, Craig McCausland's aunt gives her reaction, then Raymond McCord calls the UVF statement a load of nonsense. A further report from Julie O'Connor looks back at previous UVF atrocities, including Peter Ward (1966) RUC Con Victor Arbuckle (1969) McGurk's Bar (1971) bomb killed 15 people, 1974 Dublin/Monaghan bombing killed 33 people, 1975 Miami Showband shooting kills 3, then in the 1970s the Shankill Butchers killed up to 30 people, in 1994 at Loughinisland 6 people were shot dead. Since 1994 ceasefire the UVF has killed 20 Protestants. In Scotland today M McGuiness and Paisley met Chancellor G Brown to negotiate an improved financial package for NI. Film report from F McKinney in Edinburgh with NI Sec Peter Hain's comments on UVF decommissioning. Then DUP's P Robinson views on the UVF weapons, following by M McGuiness' reaction to the UVF statement, then Paisley on financial talks latest. Back in the studio PUP's B Hutchinson gives his reaction to the begrudging welcome of the UVF statement as he sees it, he also defends the UVF decommissioning statement denial, he tells nationalists the UVF is not a threat to them, then in a separate interview Henry McDonald a journalist who wrote a book on the UVF gives his reaction to today's UVF statement as a significant development, he comments on the extent of UVF weaponry. In the Eire election campaign the PM B Ahern has ruled out any coalition with SF. Film report from the FF election manifesto launch, with journalist Gene McKenna's views on the FF vs FG contest. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06850 | Tape No. |
375 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9352 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 3rd May 2007 | Duration: |
17 mins 5 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of today's UVF statement, renouncing violence, it says the military training is over and weapons have been put beyond use. Film report from Vincent Kearney, shows Gusty Spence at 1972 UVF conference talking war, then today he announces the UVF's new civilianised role. As in 1994 Gusty Spence offers apology to innocent victims, yet since then it's killed over 20 people, PUP's Billy Hutchinson is asked how can people trust them on the weapons issue, he explains their view on decommissioning. A further report looks at previous UVF violence since 1966, it's killed over 500 people, including 100 Protestants and the 1st RUC man killed her. Tara Mills report speaks to the families of Peter Ward killed in 1996, his mother Mary now 86 gives her reaction, she welcomes the UVF statement, then Michael Campbell whose brother Sean was killed by the UVF in 1977 gives his reaction, he still feels anger at the UVF. Another report from Julian O'Neill looks at the violence of a 40 yr UVF campaign including McGurk's Bar (1971) Dublin/Monaghan (1974), Miami Showband (1975) the Shankill Butchers gang, and Loughinisland gun attack. A report from Mervyn Jess travels with Gusty Spence to the press conference, he comments on his views now of Peter Ward's death, and he recalls the 1994 ceasefire statement remarks on victims, he believes UVF won't kill again, then film report gives the DUP's P Robinson's reaction, then SF's M McGuiness, then NI Sec Peter Hain, then Dermot Ahern for FF, followed by analysis of today from Vincent Kearney. (6.30pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06850 | Tape No. |
376 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9353 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 3rd May 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson his first topic is today's UVF announcement about putting its arms beyond use, he asks where does the UVF statement leave the PUP, the party that gives the UVF a political voice, in the studio is the PUP leader Dawn Purvis. Thompson asks her is she disappointed the guns are only beyond reach and not beyond use, she replies as a political representative she would have liked to have seen decommissioning in a UVF statement, but the intent not to use weapons is there and they need to build on that she says the positive thing is it announced a complete end to all military activities, she points out only a few months ago the UVF was concerned Hain's Plan B of joint rule by London and Dublin was going ahead now we have Plan A - devolution, so the process is moving forward and with that will come confidence, within the UVF in the process, she won't comment on Thompson's question if Plan A fails and Plan B comes in, will the UVF return to violence, it's hypothetical she says. Thompson comments on the UVF words about obstacles stopping is vols returning to a normal lifestyle, basically their prison records, he asks D Purvis why should we care these men chose violence, D Purvis lists the "obstacles" they mean, she feels society should care as now we are building a better future, people labelled as criminals will act as criminals, they need to have a stake in society. Thompson asks he will all these vols end up as community workers, and then he asks her what is the point of the PUP if the UVF disappears, she lists a lot of social issues they want change that are unique to Protestant working class areas. In the If You Ask Me Spot, Unionist commentator Alex Kane takes a sarcastic look at next Tuesday's devolution of power to Stormont, the union of the DUP and SF he calls it, an unholy and unlikely alliance, he comments on how McGuiness and Paisley became key figures in NI in the early 70s and how their careers have been linked since them, with each delivering the sort of fear the other could feed on, but neither could defeat the other. Now they've made a deal based on mutual veto and mutual loathing this is not peace he says but sectarianism institutionalised, with the balkanisation of Gov depts and super councils, us and them in it surest form, he predicts it's a fragile alliance and we'll all pray for direct rule again. In the next item, Noel Thompson says SF are also after power south of the border, and are canvassing for the southern elections hopefully, a film report from Julia Paul assesses SF's chances, she says SF has, like New Labour, had to change to gain its successes. Brian Feeney points out their vote goes up the further they move away from violence he says Northern nats like republican politics but not repub/violence. Irish Times journalist Stephen Collins says southern voters like republican violence even less, even during the Troubles, many southern voters would be horrified if SF got into government in the South. Julia Paul then accompanies a group of Sinn Fein canvassers in North Dublin, where they seem to be doing well, Cllr Dessie Ellis comments on their policies, S Collins says SF have been eating into FF working class votes but not so the middle classes and they need that break through to get into power. At Dublin City University Julie Paul asks students they see SF getting into government in the South, most predict no, unless it's a hung parliament, B Feeney comments on chances of a SF/FF coalition after 24th May. The next report comes from the studio where Brian Kennaway of the New Union Group, N McCausland DUP, and former Alliance member D Cook, discuss where the union is going now and unionists view on social issues and redefine unionism, N McCausland says the document is empty of solid content, her comments on bread and butter issues and a vision for NI in a shared future. D Cook praises the Union Group's paper, it's like the principles of the Alliance Party he says. B Kennaway comments on their documents strengths as exclusivity, N McCausland doesn't feel the unionists need to change, there's no chance of a majority voting for a republic, David Cook believes the DUP/SF coalition will last 10 years and the UUP could be in trouble, N McCausland says he's not Irish in any of his identity multi layers. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06860 | Tape No. |
376 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9354 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 4th May 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 7 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
British government proposals on employment of ex prisoners here will allow prisoners to airbrush away their prison records. Film report says it's aimed at integrating ex prisoners into society who committed offences before April 1998, these guidelines will be reviewed in 18 months. Prisoners groups and trade unions have welcomed the move, then in the studio the ICTU's Peter Bunting doesn't see it as a whitewashing of the past, it's a follow on from the GFA he says and a voluntary code of practice to integrate 30,000 people. The DUP's Jim Wells says a murderers record won't be considered yet someone with a driving offence would have his record noted, terrorists must live with the consequences of their crimes throughout their lives, as do their victims he says. Hugh Orde has accepted the Policing Board offer to stay as Chief/Con for another 3 years. NI's Chief Electoral Officer is to rethink electronic voting here, following yesterday's Scottish election shambles when 100,000 votes were rejected. Film report from Glasgow with NI's Ch/Electoral Officer Douglas Bain's comments. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06860 | Tape No. |
376 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9355 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sat 5th May 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 28 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A gun attack on a family home in Jamaica St in Ardoyne sees 10 shots fired. Film report with Arlene McAlea's reaction. PSNI say the attack is not sectarian, it's 2nd gun attack in Ardoyne in days. PSNI Superintendent Nigel Grimshaw's remarks. A West Belfast mother Peggy Hanna, whose son Patrick was killed by so called joy riders in Jan 99 has called for increased sentences on joyriders. Film report on the case of Gerard Caskin, Patrick's killer who has over 30 convictions, also 5 individuals with 500 convictions between them have caused 8 deaths here, also Tony Holland of a bereaved relatives group gives his views on these persistent criminals. A second former senior RUC officer Chris Albiston has demanded the SDLP leader Mark Durkan say he had nothing to do with collusion with the loyalists. Film report. In the election campaign 400 former republican prisoners are to sign a letter calling on people not to vote SF, film report from Ken Reid gets reaction from G Adams. Peggy O'Hara the mother of hunger striker Patsy O'Hara is standing against SF. The SDLP's A Magennis says SF's ? will be affected. Meanwhile NI Sec Peter Hain has met the Orange Order, afterwards he comments on the importance of this election. Back in the studio the DUP's I Paisley says G Adams and SF haven't given their full support to policing he questions SF's use of the phrase Civic Policing, Paisley says Hain's deadlines are always broken, Paisley says he would like to be PM of a democratic NI government (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06730 | Tape No. |
371 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9285 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
2 hrs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Devolution Day Begins | ||
Description: |
At 10.30am from Stormont the day begins with Ian Paisley, Martin McGuinness taking oaths of office. Mark davenport from the BBC gives a political analysis of proceedings, and in the studio we hear comments from D. Nesbitt (UUP) and D. Haugher (SDLP), a film report is shown of United States Senitor, Ted Kennedy, Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern arriving at Stormont. The programme continues with an interview with Ian Paisley (DUP) and Martin McGuiness (SF), troubles relatives, Rira Morrison (Lamon) and Eugene Rearey give their reactions, Also, live from inside Stormont proceedings are shown as new executive ministers are appointed and sworn in. This is followed by more political analysis and speeches from Ian Paisley (DUP) and Martin McGuiness (SF), Tony Blair (PM) and Bertie Ahern (Irish PM) |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
376 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5524 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
|
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Devolution Day Coverage | ||
Description: |
Coverage from UTV live in the afternoon. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
376A | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5525 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
|
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
News | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
9pm RTE News | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
376A | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5526 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
3 hrs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
RTE Prime Time | ||
Programme Title: |
Prime Time | ||
Description: |
Reports on today's devolution ceremony at Stormont with an Irish viewpoint. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
376A | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5527 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
48 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Paisley: From Protest to Power. | ||
Description: |
This document retraces the political career of Ian Paisley from preacher and political protester to First Minister. Jim Douglas uses contemporary film clips and interviews with political friends and foes to tell the story. But also, the recollections of Ian Paisley himself. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
377 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5528 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
39 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Devolution Day. | ||
Description: |
Mark Currruthers reviews today's historic events at Stormont when SF and the DUP became partners in government of Northern Irealnd . In the studio B. McCrea (UUP), M. Durkin (SDLP), J. Donaldson (DUP), and G. Kelly (SF) discuss their hopes for the Executive. It shows a film report which looks back at Ian Paisley's protesting past, and now his u-turn. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
377 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5529 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
82 mins 4 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Stormont Live | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Devolution Day begins, presented by Jim Fitzpatrick and Noel Thompson who says NI takes another step, under the eye of the world's media, towards a normal political life. Then in the studio Jim Fitzpatrick talks to Mark Davenport (BBC political editor) about today's timetable, he reveals a DUP MLA called George Dawson has died aged 45 and this will cause some delay, with an adjournment for 30 mins as a mark of respect, with things beginning at 11 am. M Davenport then comments on what Paisley and McGuiness said on their way to Stormont, with a film clip shown. Then in the studio former NI Executive ministers Dermot Nesbitt and Denis Haughey talk to Jim Fitzpatrick about their feelings about today's events. Dermot Nesbitt says he has mixed feelings because it's good that NI is having government by its own elected representatives but he's sad because we could have had this 30/40 years ago with Brian Faulkner as First Minister and Gerry Fitt as deputy. Then Denis Haughey (SDLP) comments on the loss of George Dawson to the DUP, then he comments on the role of the Office of the First and Dep/First Ministers as a functioning part of government Mark Davenport points out that today's election of FMDFM will be different than that used before due to changes made at St Andrews talks, he explains the differences. D Nesbitt says the workings of government remain the same, he criticises I Paisley's comments that M McGuiness can do nothing unless he agrees, Nesbitt says Paisley can do nothing unless McGuiness agrees as well, they are equals and that's as it was under the GFA. Denis Haughey says both men are co-equal, and not unequal. M Davenport comments on the 2 leaders people skills and how they've worked together this week, but will the good humour be there when they get the issue that divide them he asks. Darren Nesbitt thinks we'll see 4 years of government but he's not sure if it will be stable or not, he explains his doubts on the constitutional issue and the lack of finances. Jim Fitzpatrick then shows a US delegation arriving at Stormont headed by US Senator Ted Kennedy, who talks to the media on today's ceremony, then NI Sec Peter Hain seen talking to speaker Eileen Bell at Stormont, then further pictures show Tony Blair and B Ahern arriving in the same car, being greeted by Hain and speaker Bell, they all go inside Stormont. Denis Haughey then comments on his view if this coalition can survive, he feels the DUP/SF have nowhere else to go, they will try to make it work. If they've done nothing else in NI he feels maybe they've exhausted the savage antagonism between both sides here, and if they now realise partnership is the way forward, they've done us all a belated service. D Nesbitt feels the NI people are exhausted with our political process, that explains the lack of exhilaration around. Mark Davenport then profiles the DUP's William Hay from Derry who's tipped to be the new speaker. Then Jim Fitzpatrick shows a film clip with the comments of I Paisley on today's events, he is looking forward to the challenge of undoing the mistakes of people who were only squatters here he lists the NIO ministers faults. Then SF's M McGuiness comments on the deputy name tag and reminds us he has equal powers with Paisley, he intends to move forward by agreement and to date things are going well, Paisley says we need to sell NI as a place to do business across the world M McGuiness says NI people are getting what they voted for and they'll deliver for them. Then in the studio DUP's Sammy Wilson is interviewed by Jim Fitzpatrick about the qualities of George Dawson MLA who died last night. Then outside parliament Noel Thompson interviews Rita Morrison who lost her daughter and son-in-law in the La Mon bombing and Eugene Reavey who had 3 brothers shot dead by loyalists in the 70s. Firstly Rita explains her mixed feelings about the day's events, she can't say if she's in favour of the SF/DUP alliance, as one day it was never, never, never she says then the next it's yes, yes, yes, then Eugene Reavey gives his views on today's devolution. N Thompson asks him firstly about the Historical Enquiries Team clearing his brothers of suspicion they were republican activities, he responds and criticises Paisley's 1999 House of Commons statement calling his brothers terrorists, on devolution he's delighted but has reservations. Then Noel Thompson hands over to inside Stormont where the speaker Eileen Bell is restarting proceedings. She comments on delegations in the gallery who wish them well she thanks them for their support. Then first order of business is the election of a new speaker, she explains the procedure, and rules, then asks Ian Paisley to nominate a speaker, he begins by thanking he for her service to the House, then SF's G Adams also praises the speaker as does UUP's Reg Empey, who also mentions the death of George Dawson MLA, then SDLP's M Durkan also thanks Eileen Bell for her work as speaker in the "Hain assembly" and mentions George Dawson's death. Then Alliance's D Ford mentions G Dawson and thanks the speaker then PUP's D Purvis follows the trend, then I Paisley nominates William Hay MLA from Derry as speaker, he gives humorous profile of Mr Hay, J Donaldson seconds Wm Hay calling him a "stout defender". Then Mark Davenport, BBC political editor comments on W Hay's election back on the floor the Deputy speakers are elected, they are Francis Molloy (SF) D McClarity (UUP) and John Dallat (SDLP). Before that Eileen Bell thanks the MLAs for the goodwill shown to her, then leaves the chair and Wm Hay takes over. During the deputy speaker's election M Davenport comments, firstly G Adams (SF) speaks on F Molloy who accepts the position, then Reg Empey proposes David McClarity, he profiles him and McClarity accepts the position, the SDLP's M Durkan proposes John Dallat who accepts the position. David Ford speaks, then M Davenport comments on John Dallat not Alban Magennis getting the dep/speakers job the MLAs vote on all the proposed names. The next time of business is the pledge of Office for the First and Deputy First Minsters, the pledge read into the records by the clerk it mentions support for policing and the courts. Then I Paisley affirms the pledge followed by M McGuiness, Hay confirms they have accepted the pledge and moves to the next item of business, the election of Ministers. Firstly in the studio M Davenport comments on the significance of the pledge of office in terms of SF as it mentions support for law and order, an affirmation M McGuiness could not have made before SF's special Ard Fheis in January on Policing and Justice. The Ministers names have all previously been agreed, Wm Hay invites Paisley to nominate Peter Robinson as Minister of Finance, Robinson accepts, then G Adams invites Catriona Ruane to be Education Minister, she accepts, followed by Paisley nominated Nigel Dodds as Enterprise/Trade Minister, he accepts, then Reg Empey selects M McGimpsey as Health Minister which he accepts, followed by M Durkan nominating Margaret Ritchie as Minister of Social Development, she accepts, then G Adams nominates Conor Murphy as Minister for Regional Development, he accepts, followed by Paisley nominating Arlene Foster as Environment Minister, she accepts, then G Adams nominates Michelle Gildernew as Agriculture Minister, she accepts, then Paisley nominates Edwin Poots as Minister of Culture and Arts, he accepts, followed by Reg Empey nominating himself as Minister of Employment and Learning. That concludes the appointment of Ministers, then the appointment of Junior Ministers for the OFMDFM are named, they are G Kelly (SF) and I Paisley Jnr (DUP) both accept the posts. This is followed by a studio discussion between Jim Fitzpatrick and Mark Davenport on the appointments, they mention Reg Empey's disagreement with Alan McFarland over Empey appointing himself. Also in the studio is SF's National Chairperson, Mary Lou McDonald, Jim Fitzpatrick asks her what sort of a day has this been for SF, she calls it a momentous day not only or SF but for all of us. It is a moment of hope and very great optimism she adds and she's delighted to see her colleagues in ministerial position. As the Assembly adjourns for a break, M Davenport says the first and dep first ministers will be joined by Blair and Ahern for a cup of tea, then they'll go to the Great Hall for some entertainment from young adults with special needs called The Sky's The Limit followed by speeches from Paisley, McGuiness, Ahern and Blair. A live film clip shows MLAs leaving the chamber, another film clip in the First Minster's office shows Stephen Grimason, a spin doctor for the executive, with Paisley Jnr. In the studio Mary Lou McDonald comments, as M McGuiness enters the Paisley office with Paisley, both men appear friendly as they check the seating positions. D Nesbitt (UUP) in the studio comments on the jovial nature of the engagement between Paisley and McGuiness, both men seem relaxed Nesbitt quotes Paisley's remark that working with SF would stick in his gut and adds he doesn't set too much sticking in his gut just there on screen, he repeats his mixed feelings about today, glad for NI but it's tragic it wasn't done many years ago, he recalls G Fitt working with Brian Faulkner. (10.30am) (continued on DVD D06870) | ||
DVD No. |
D06860 | Tape No. |
376 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9356 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
67 mins 27 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Stormont Live (cont) | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Begins with Ian Paisley, M McGuiness, T Blair, B Ahern and Peter Hain all entering the officer of the First Minister during the tea break as they sort themselves about where they sit. BBC's political editor Mark Davenport in a voice over talks about why there was no film of the visiting dignitaries sitting in the visitors' gallery during the previous proceedings, then we can hear the above politicians talking amongst themselves, in good humour, with Paisley commenting on the TV coverage and about the credentials of the new speaker Wm Hay, both on the Policing Board and topping the poll in nationalist Derry. Paisley then jokes with Blair about him leaving office as a young man while he (Paisley) is just beginning at 80 in office. Blair says during talks here, even in the most difficult periods, he has found people here very friendly, Paisley says he wonders why people hate him, because he's such a nice man, Paisley then explains to his guests what they're doing next, including the order of speeches in the Great Hall, he calls M McGuiness his deputy at this point. McGuiness says nothing, then M Davenport in a voice over of guests and MLAs arriving in the Great Hall, comments on the Paisley/Blair barter, then as the camera in the Great Hall shows who's present there, Davenport identifies them. Eileen and Rhonda Paisley first, then M Durkan, A Reynolds, John Hume, M McGuiness' mother, G Adams, John Reid former NI Sec, Michael McDowell PD's M Davenport comments on stories J Reid had tried to push the DUP acceptance of Devolution during Blair's Premiership. Then again as a voice over SF's Mary Lou McDonald gives her views on whether the current party atmosphere will last, she says it won't all be plain sailing but it's important the democratic process is seen to work through difficult times. While she speaks pictures continue to show the guests in the Hall. She recalls some of the SF delegation who first met I Paisley were taken aback by its frankness but it was courteous and friendly, the important thing ahead is to get the job done she adds, in a voiceover the UUP's D Nesbitt says today is like a wedding, the honeymoon is over, he lists the hard decisions ahead, like the 11+, school closures, health problems and roads problems etc. These hard decisions will be the reality of politics, especially since Paisley didn't get the financial package from G Brown he wanted says D Nesbitt. But he does praise the feeling of accountability that devolution brings. Jim Fitzpatrick recalls that on 6-5-69 PM J Chichester gave an amnesty for offences relating to demos and this freed Paisley from jail. M Davenport points out Sen Ted Kennedy from the US delegation in the Great Hall and then comments on the turnaround in Paisley's career since 1969. Then speaker Wm Hay addresses the audience and introduces the entertainment from a group called Sky's The Limit who are all Downs Syndrome sufferers, established in 1990 from West Belfast. Then Noel Thompson outside Stormont interviews two clergymen, Fr Dan Whyte from Carnmoney and Rev David Armstrong about their views on today. A film clip of the news in mid 80s from Limavady show how D Armstrong was forced out of his parish by ? For greeting Catholic neighbours on Xmas 1983. He left NI and is now in Cork. He comments on 1983 and feel proud today and is looking forward to a new NI. Then Fr D Whyte says today is historic and his parishioners want to give the new government a fair wind, he comments on the loyalists protests in 2001 at Cemetery Sunday in Carnmoney, he comments on defeating sectarianism, as does D Armstrong. After this the cameras return to inside the Great Hall where Paisley, McGuiness, Blair and Ahern walk to the podium to make their speeches once the Sky's The Limit finish. Paisley goes first, he begins with welcome to all, then quotes scripture "we know not what a day may bring forth" he comments on the significance of today, saying years ago it would have been unbelieving it was possible, he then says in a joke, outside interference caused the delay in settling NI affairs. He recalls being arrested on the night the GFA was signed, but that was yesterday, this is today he adds, today we are starting on the road to lasting peace he says, he says the union in which he believes is stronger than ever, but are building in which all can live together in peace, being equal under the law, that foundation on which we must all build, he then pays tribute to Ulster's dead the innocent victims, of both religions etc of a terrible conflict, he also mentions those who bear the scars of suffering and the disappeared he reads the words of a poem by a policeman's daughter Deirdre Speer who lost her father. Paisley says he how believes we can move things forward, getting support for policing was a critical test that today has been met in pledge, word and deed and he recognises that change in the nationalist community, he says he senses a sigh of relief amongst all our people who want hostility replaced by neighbourliness. He quotes Solomon's words, he says he believes NI has come to a time of peace, when hate will no longer rule, it'll be wonderful to be part of that healing in this Province. After him SF's M McGuiness begins with saying he's proud as an Irish Repub to stand with everyone today, he welcomes all the guests, and thanks them for their support on the past and in the future as NI strives to move forward from division, to a new society which cherishes all our people equally, a society also which remembers those who have lost their lives, practically he says to build the future we look to our friends to provide the practical support needed, to build the economy through investment, the road will have many twists and turns, but the people have voted for a new political era based on peace and reconciliation. He then wishes I Paisley all the best as they begin their challenge, he quotes a Seamus Heaney comment on the others, he says much work has been done since March 26th, we must grab this opportunity, this and future generations expect no less. Next up to speak is British PM Tony Blair, he thanks Sky's The Limit, then quotes Paisley remark beforehand, he says today MLAs have taken responsibility for NI as people voted for, but it's not only the completion of move from conflict to peace but it also gives visible expression to the principle on which the peace process has been based and that's that NI can only be governed successfully by both communities working together, equal before the law and equally committed to sharing power. In the past society here lived daily on the edge, a society disfigured by atrocities and ancient hatreds that had shaped its image and political character, looking back the centuries were pocked marked by this hatred, looking forward we see the chance at last to escape those chains of history, for a future shared and held in common, Blair then pays tribute to John Major, previous Irish PMs, Peter Hain, D Ahern and previous ministers dealing with NI, and he then pays warm tribute to B Ahern saying today Ireland and Britain are partners and friends, that is in no small part due to B Ahern. Blair then praises John Hume, D Trimble, Alliance Party, and US friends of NI, and Paisley and McGuiness, he recalls being told neither would move positions but he believed they would and he thanks them for that without either of them forfeiting their beliefs. He then comments n the NI peoples painful memories but we should all remember that to understand fully how things have changed. On a historic day his final thanks is to the people of NI. Next to speak is Irish PM B Ahern, he begins by expressing his sympathies to the DUP on the death of G Dawson MLA last night, then he says today NI begins a new era founded on peace, partnership, an era of new politics and new realities between British and Irish and Nationalist and Unionist, today state peace is not impossible and conflict is not inevitable, he says none of us can forget the Troubles victims, but shaping the future in a better way will put the past behind us, NI is now a place of peace and promise, Ahern then congratulates Paisley, McGuiness and colleagues, and looks forward to working with them in a spirit of friendship and partnership, he also congratulates John Hume, A Reynolds, Dick Spring, D Trimble, G Adams and the Kennedy's, and those politicians involved in talks 10 years ago like David Andrews and Liz O'Donnell and his colleagues today like D Ahern and the NI politicians, he then praises the dedication of Tony Blair whom he says was a true friend of peace and Ireland. Ahern says we should be the last generation in these islands to feel the anger and pain of old quarrels, we should now protect and nurture what has been achieved, he quotes King George VI words in June 1921 when he opened Stormont, for Irishmen to forgive and forget and make new era for the land they love. The 4 speakers then mingle with the audience in the Great Hall while back in the studio Jim Fitzpatrick talks Jane Morrice of the Women's Coalition and Ivan Cooper formally of the SDLP, a civil rights protester who was in the 1973 Sunningdale executive, Jane Morrice feels optimist compared to 1998 she explains the difference to 1998, then Ivan Cooper compares 8/5/73 to today, he recalls going on a tour with Paisley to European capitals to look at different political structures in 1975, during the trip Cooper says Paisley predicted that one day he Paisley would be Prime Minister of NI. Then Jim Fitzpatrick introduces a film report from Sarah Travers who's in Derry to gauge reaction to day's events, firstly she interviews Janette Warke, a Protestant community worker who's delighted by today as it creates hope for young people, then Denis Bradley says there's still a lot to be done, but seeds have been sown today, he points out it's a good day for England also, he explains what he also says politics can replace war. On policing he comments on the difficulty republicans had, he praises Christ Patten's contribution. For the business community Declan Hassan says it's a fantastic day for NI, he explains why he thinks so, recalling bombings of the 70s and 80s. He comments on what Stormont should do for business here. Then back to the studio where M Davenport comments on the celebrations in the Great Hall, with views of Jane Morrice and Ivan Cooper. Programme closes with montage of clips from today's proceedings. | ||
DVD No. |
D06870 | Tape No. |
376 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9357 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
60 mins 28 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
New Beginning (Part 1) | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Paul Clark this programme begins UTV's live coverage of devolution day from Stormont, the film clips on procedure inside Stormont are the same as the BBC ones but the commentary and analysis will be different. The programme begins with Paul Clark in the studio talking to commentators Deirdre Heenan and Jim Dougal, Dr Heenan from the Univ of Ulster compares today to taking the stabilisers off your child's bike. Now the politicians are on their own, dealing and making policies, the last election she says showed people interested now in bread and butter issues, Jim Dougal says it's not a day to forget the many victims of the Troubles, he comments on the irony of the day with Blair and Ahern in bother in their own countries yet there they are at their greatest triumphs. Paul Clark then explains procedures have been suspended to 11am as a mark of respect over the death of the DUP MLA George Dawson last night, he then shows a film clip of personalities arriving at Stormont, like A Reynolds, Martin Mensergh, D Hansen, Maria Eagle, David Andrews, Liz O'Donnell, Ted Kennedy. Back in the studio Jim Dougal comments on the USA's influence of the peace process through Ted Kennedy, Tip O'Neill, Bill Clinton and Hume's use of the USA influence on G Adams. D Heenan comments on the long war and the long peace, she gives her views on whose hands are on today's deal. Paul Clark then introduces a vox pop on public opinion from Lisburn, which are all supportive. Then P Clark shows TV film of a protest outside Stormont by people against Blair's war in Iraq, with comments of Jim Dougal and D Heenan, then at Stormont F McKinney talks to SDLP leader on his view of today's devolution, he's not jealous he says, as we still have the Good Friday Agreement, he says he expects the DUP/SF to work together as they've always wanted power. Powersharing and partnership are the only way forward he says, the SDLP is vindicated today. Then Paul Clark shows film from inside the Assembly where Eileen Bell, the speaker has started proceedings, this section is the same as on the BBC coverage. The first item is the election of a new speaker, this involves firstly Ian Paisley, G Adams, Reg Empey, Mark Durkan, D Ford and D Purvis all paying tribute to the work of the outgoing speaker Eileen Bell, and offering condolences on the death last night of DUP MLA George Dawson (45) after that Ian Paisley nominates William Hay from Derry as speaker, with a short speech he profiles W Hay, J Donaldson seconds the nomination, he's accepted by the Assembly as speaker. Before she hands over Eileen Bell makes her farewell remarks, then Wm Hay takes over as speaker. His first items of business is to elect the Deputy Speakers, but firstly he makes a statement thanking E Bell, the 3 deputy speakers elected are to be elected in the same way as the speakers. While Wm Hay explains t he rules, Paul Clark interrupts, then G Adams nominates Francie Molloy, also elected are David McClarity (UUP) and SDLP's John Dallat, all are elected unopposed with cross community votes. Paul Clark then talks to Jim Dougal about cross community support in voting and future implications. The next item is the reading of the pledge of office to the MLAs on which the First and Deputy First Ministers and all executive ministers must accept, then the speaker asks Ian Paisley and M McGuiness to affirm they accept these terms of office, once done they are legally first and deputy first ministers. The next item is the appointment of ministers. Wm Hay explains the rules in doing so, the ministers are Peter Robinson (Finance), then Catriona Ruane (Education), then N Dodds (Enterprise), then M McGimpsey (Health), then Margaret Ritchie (Social Development) then Conor Murphy (Regional Development), then Arlene Foster (Environment) then Michelle Gildernew (Agriculture), then Edwin Poots (Culture) then Reg Empey (Employment and Learning). Then the speaker proceeds with the appointment of junior ministers in the Office of FMDFM, those appointed are Ian Paisley Jnr and Gerry Kelly. That ends that part of proceedings, Paul Clark summarises those appointed. Back in the studio Paul Clark introduces a vox pop of the public's reaction to today's events from Banbridge, once again, most people were optimistic, and hopeful for the future. (10.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06870 | Tape No. |
376A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9358 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
92 mins 52 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
New Beginning (Part 2) (Tues) | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Paul Clark this DVD contains the second part of UTV coverage of proceedings today at Stormont in the devolution process. The programme begins with Paisley, McGuiness, and PMs Blair and Ahern and NI Sec Peter Hain getting ready to have tea in the first minister's office, then Paul Clark breaks away to his studio where he talks to commentators. Jim Dougal and Dr D Heenan about the pledge of office in the earlier ceremony and the reasons behind it not being read by every minister, also the lack of fanfare about devolution today. Then Paul Clark switches to the First Minister's Office were Paisley, McGuiness, Blair and Ahern and Hain have tea. The politicians talk and we can listen in, they talk about the press reaction to the proceedings, Wm Hay's job, electioneering, and the tone is very good humoured. Paisley cracks a joke about Blair leaving power at 54 while he's beginning at 80, both men say they'll miss their talks. Blair says even in difficult times he's always found people very friendly here, Paisley jokes he wonders why people hate him as he's such a "nice man". Explaining the arrangements coming up next, Paisley refers to M McGuiness as his deputy, then it's over to Paul Clark and his 2 guests, as in the Great Hall where the speeches will be made, a camera scans the waiting audience of MLAs and invited guests and they comment on who is present, Paul Clark explosions proceedings will begin with some entertainment from a group of disabled people called The Sky's the Limit from West Belfast, then Clark pinpoints some of the faces in the crowd, his commentary joins that of F McKinney who's watching the film with commentator Brian Feeney, they comment on Paisley's earlier remark that "he's a nice man", Feeney says what we are witnessing this morning in the symbolic and formal ending of 40 years of the Troubles, he explains his opinion, then comments on what he feels the SDLP's views today will be, he says Seamus Mallon took offence because he wasn't personally invited, Feeney then comments on Tony Blair's legacy and the enormous amount of work with B Ahern in the process, as they look at PUP's D Purvis, B Feeney comments on loyalism and its failure to make a big political break through here, he says it'll be interesting to see what DUP in particular does about loyalists as most loyalists vote PUP, Feeney also comments on loyalist decommissioning possibilities, then they review the DUP/SF's work over the last 3 weeks and the position of ? 12 DUP dissidents during that time. Then the commentary switches back to Paul Clark who names more faces that the camera highlights in the waiting audience, including Ted Kennedy, then he introduces a film report from Armagh City which is a vox pop of people's reactions there to today's devolution, all are positive comments from unnamed people. Then after break the film shows Sky the Limit entertaining the audience as Paul Clark comments on the groups aims and make-up. Basically the people mime to music. After a few minutes Paul Clark switches from this to an interview done earlier in the day by Ken Reid, with British PM Tony Blair, he begins by asking Tony Blair how important is today to your legacy, he says although he stuck with it for 10 years it was the NI people who in the end saw this is fair and we can settle on that basis, he says he just gave effect that expression of the will of the people, he says frequently he thought it not going to work, he refers to the mutual distrust and mutual recrimination when things broke down. Blair praises the relationship with B Ahern saying he was symbolic of a changed Rep of Ireland, which became a dynamic modern economy not longer always looking backwards, a proud strong player in Europe, led by a PM with no prejudice on the table, or looking back. Blair then comments that Paisley is completely open, Blair recalls coming to the conclusion that Paisley was genuine about finding a way forward, he says he likes him, he also pays tribute to D Trimble, he did feel at one time Paisley/McGuiness mightn't be possible but he highlights the human nature of both men, saying the problem was each side felt the other wasn't sincere, but in the end he could see both were genuine. Blair says he's learnt definite lessons for other peace processes find the right political framework. External players should all be on the same track, and a space for talk must be found in the absence of conflict. Paul Clark cuts short this interview to return to the Great Hall, where Paisley, McGuiness, Blair and Ahern arrived to see the Sky's The Limit mime to Brian Kennedy's song You Raise Me Up. This is followed by a speech from I Paisley, he begins with greeting then scripture, we know not what a day may bring forth, he himself says not that long ago he wouldn't have believed today was possible, he then jokes outside interference prevented the Ulster people settling the matter earlier. He recalls being arrested on the night the GFA was signed and being kicked by loyalists, he adds that was yesterday, this is today. We are starting today on a road to lasting peace he's still a unionist, but we are building a peaceful NI, where all are equal under the law and subject to the law. He also salutes Ulster's dead, the innocent victims, Protestant and RC, of a terrible conflict, he also pledges not to forget those who bear the scars of suffering, robbed of sight, hearing and limbs, he also mentions the disappeared, then he read the words of Deirdre Speer an RUC man's daughter, he says he now believes we can move things forward, he mentions the importance of nats/repubs accepting policing, people want hostility replaced by neighbourliness. He quotes Solomon's words. He's followed by SF's M McGuiness who welcomes all, saying he's proud as an Irish republican to be there, he thanks all who played a part in the process and hopes they'll continue to support the process in the future, he recalls families in Co Tyrone who lost loved ones, he pledges to make differences to all our people's lives, he expects many twists and turns but people voted for new political era based on peace and reconciliation, he wishes I Paisley all the best in the challenges ahead, he quotes Seamus Heaney on the "others". Then Tony Blair speaks, beginning with a comment by Paisley on him leaving power at 54 with Paisley coming in at 80, Blair says politicians are taking power today and it makes the completion of the transformation from conflict to peace, it's a visual expression of the principle that NI can only be governed successfully by both communities working together, equal before the law and committed to sharing power, for years NI lived on the edge he says a society disfigured by atrocity and ancient hatreds, looking back we see centuries poc-marked by conflict, hardship and hatred, by the people of these islands at last looking forward today we see the chance of escaping that history and creating a shared, held in common future, Blair pays tribute to J Major, previous Irish PM, their ministers and he pays special tribute to B Ahern, contribution to the process, he then praises NI leaders like Hume, Trimble and Alliance Party and Irish Americans, he also Praises Paisley and McGuiness and recalls believing both men were genuine and true to their words. He praises Adams and McGuiness for their leadership, then addresses the NI people who suffered losses. NI was untraceable, a fact of life not a dispute, yet in the end the deal was done, a lesson for conflict everywhere. Then B Ahern begins by expressing sympathies to Dawson family on death of George, he says today is new politics and new realities for NI, a future together that says peace is not impossible and conflict isn't inevitable, he recalls the victims of the Troubles, he says NI is now a place of peace and promise, the South will work with the North in a true spirit of partnership and friendship, he says today relationships on this island and between Ireland and Britain are transformed, he congratulates all those who played a part in the years of the process over the decade, then he pays special praise to dedication and commitment of Tony Blair over the years. He hopes no more generations will suffer due to ancient quarrels, he quotes King George VI speech in 1921. Then the 4 politicians go into the crowd in the Great Hall and shake hands with people there, Paul Clark then introduces another vox pop of people's views in Omagh and Enniskillen about today's devolution, the peoples comments are used a s a voice over on film of politicians shaking hands in the Great Hall, when those comments finish Paul Clark invites Jim Dougal and Dr Heenan to comment on the people's views that our politicians should now get on with the job. J Dougal also comments on the speeches, he felt Paisley and McGuiness speeches caught the mood right, both recognised in order to go forward they can't forget the past, Dr Heenan highlights the themes in the speeches like equality, partnership, justice and looking for the future, film from the Great Hall sees T Blair talking to M McGuiness' mother. Dr Heenan says the speeches had an absence of triumphal, Paul Clark asks the duo to comment on Blair's legacy issue, today is what he'd want remembered says J Dougal but Iraq won't be forgotten, Dr Heenan agrees Iraq will be the primary legacy issue but NI is also important. The two commentators also comment on how long it took to get to today and if it could have been arrived at sooner. After a break Paul Clark summarises events so far today, then he switches to outside Stormont where F McKinney and commentator Brian Feeney discuss, is the Irish Question settled, B Feeney thinks the NI question is settled, and the conflict is symbolically and officially over. B Feeney then comments on what's likely to be the nature of the power sharing between SF and the DUP, he comments on the goodwill around at the moment, he says this time the executive will have collective responsibility which want the case in the previous executive, no ministers can now made solo runs, now any 3 ministers coming together can stop a policy they don't like, and this time everybody agrees with power sharing adds Fee3ney, who goes on to comment on the future of Blair and Ahern, they then discuss the financial package issue and G Brown's position, and if they see Brown giving any more money to NI. B Feeney says he won't be giving any more money now as Chancellor and when he becomes PM, Feeney says this will create a common cause for NI MLAs. Then they switch to discussing the pores test outside Stormont today, mostly by anti-Iraqi war protesters, and compare it to previous protest demos by Paisley and the DUP in past times, Feeney then comments on the parties ministries, then it's back to Paul Clark in the studio, who invites Jim Dougal and Dr Heenan to comment on Paisley speech comments that "no one can ever get 100% of what they desire, they must make a judgement", J Dougal explains why Paley made this decision now, he feels because he didn't want the governments imposing joint authority, J Dougal goes on to comment on the transformation in Paisley's attitude. Since 1964, when he was always saying No, then Dr Heenan comments on the transformation in Martin McGuiness over the years, she highlights his comment that NI is now a blue print for other troubled areas around the globe, when only 10 years ago NI was an example of an intractable problem, she feels Paisley and McGuiness are pragmatic politicians. Jim Dougal comments on the fact Executive has no opposition in Stormont, and the significant change that collective responsibility bring, a film clip shows Paisley and McGuiness live standing talking together, both commentators remark on this appears. J Dougal calls it fascinating, he says these two get on better than Trimble and Mallon did, he then says it seems the British government has at last found a system that might work for NI, they comment on Paisley earlier using the phrase "his deputy" when referring to McGuiness and point out it is a joint office. After a break Paul Clark introduces a re-run of Tony Blair's remarks in his speech, followed by an interview with M McGuiness on what he thinks of Tony Blair's contribution to the peace process, McGuiness says we wouldn't be where we are today if it wasn't for Blair, he explains why he believes that, and then Paul Clark shows an I Paisley interview on his views on Blair's legacy and Blair the man, he felt Blair never met a genuine unionist till he met him, before that Paisley says he met unionists he knew he could Paisley claims he changed Blair's views in the process, then Dr Heenan comments on Blair's skills and why he kept trying to solve NI's problems then Jim Dougal says Blair wanted NI as his legacy, he thinks he felt consumed with NI, and he had a family connection in Donegal and he and Ahern were two men with the same perspective. Paul Clark then switches to F McKinney who talks to a student Caroline McNeal for her impressions of today, she calls it incredible and positive, she feels young people here have a brighter future now, and today will encourage young people to choose politics as a career. Back then to Paul Clark and his panel as film clip shows. Blair and Ahern leaving Stormont they give their views on the "battle a day" ahead. | ||
DVD No. |
D06880 | Tape No. |
376A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9359 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 26 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
ITN |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
ITN UK News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of today's Devolution from Stormont which ITN calls historic, a political event it calls unthinkable a few years ago, then film report reviews Paisley and McGuiness' arriving at Stormont, then clips of their speeches played, film report shows clips of violence then Tony Blair's speech clip on today's events significance, then political editor Tom Bradley recalls first coming to NI 20 years ago, then calls today extraordinary, he praises Tony Blair, John Major, John Hume, Fr Alex Reid, then international editor Bill Neely's report calls today breathtaking for the right reasons, with a tea party to end the Troubles, he then praises Paisley's forward looking speech, then McGuiness' speech. (1.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06880 | Tape No. |
376A |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9360 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 31 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
News coverage of today's Devolution film report from Maxine Mawhinney on "absolutely extraordinary" morning at Stormont, a new beginning for NI politics she says, Ireland correspondent Denis Ireland reviews the day's proceedings between the political opposites, then interview with Paisley outside Stormont, then M McGuiness praises the NI peoples votes, Blair's role praised by D Ireland, then BBC's Belfast born Mark Simpson compares Belfast now to when he lived here as a child, then everyone wanted out, now Belfast gets tourists coming in, film clip shows Belfast searchers in the 1980s, then taxi drivers Robert McAllister says the conflict has ended but Simpson says building trust will take much longer. Then Denis Murray gives his reaction to today's events and the political journal over the years, he shows clips of Paisley/McGuiness speeches, then speculates on where things will go from now. (1.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06880 | Tape No. |
376A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9361 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
11 mins 49 |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(No opening titles) Coverage of Devolution Day at Stormont begins with UUP leader Reg Empey and SDLP leader Mark Durkan giving interviews on their reactions to the DUP/SF deal. Reg Empey believes its best way forward for NI, he's just sorry it didn't happen long ago but welcomes the change in DUP/SF attitudes. M Durkan feels today was the DUP/SF accepting SDLP policy on power sharing, North and South. Both men justify their decisions to stay in the executive and not form an opposition grouping. R Empey hopes in the future parties like the UUP/SDLP can offer people an alternative, both men comment then on chances of the DUP/SF being able to work together successfully. Back in the studio Paul Clark then interviews Jim Dougal on his documentary being shown later at 9pm titled Paisley: from Protest to Power (DVD D069) about its interviews and contents, with some film clop shown. It's also been a remarkable journey to today by SF's Martin McGuiness, Paul Clark reviews his career with comments of Denis Bradley on McGuiness' role in bringing republicans to today accepting policing structures here. This is followed by a film report on the current feel good factor in NI, with the City's regeneration and tourism profiled, with comments of Dr William Hastings who owns Belfast's most bombed hotel the Europa, he recalls why he bought it, then Merchant Hotel owner Bill Wolsey's views on the increase in tourism. (5.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06890 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9362 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
27 mins 35 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage in the evening news of a landmark day, begins with what some are hailing is the end of the 40 years of the Troubles, a report titled New Beginning shows the mornings appointments of speaker, first and deputy first ministers and the executive ministers in Stormont, then film clip shows Paisley and McGuiness with Blair, Ahern and Peter Hain in a jovial atmosphere. Following by clips of speeches by Blair, outside Stormont protesters about the war in Iraq injured 3 policemen, arrests were made, back inside transformation was the theme of the speeches, firstly Paisley's speech, then M McGuiness' speech clips, followed by comments of Irish PM Bertie Ahern. This is followed by a film report from Julia O'Connor about the world's media coverage of today's event including comments of some of the disabled entertainers from the group call, The Sky's The Limit, then comments of Rev Harold Good who witnessed the IRA decommissioning, and his colleague in that, Fr Alex Reid's views then DUP's J Donaldson's father Jim gives his reaction to the day. Outside Stormont DUP's Peter Robinson now Finance Minister and SF's G Kelly now a Junior Minister in the OFMDFM, give an interview to F McKinney, who ask them will the coalition work, P Robinson says parties are determined it will work, it believes it will succeed, SF's G Kelly says he has the same confidence as Robinson it will succeed, and they are mandated by the people to make it work. Robinson denies the last few years were just about the DUP becoming top dogs in unionism, G Kelly comments the lack of opposition to the DUP/SF coalition and the effects of that, P Robinson accepts political battles will be fought with SF on winning hearts and minds for or against the Union. Then in the studio Paul Clark introduces a film report from David Morgan looking back at Tony Blair's 10 years of efforts in NI's peace process, it begins in 1997, with his victory, then film of his hand of history remarks, M McGuiness praises Blair's role, then B Ahern says the peace process wouldn't have worked without Blair, but Paisley claims he brought Blair around to his way of thinking. This is followed by an interview with T Blair by Ken Reid, who asks Blair how important is this to your legacy, Blair says it's the people of N Ireland who deserve the praise. Blair says he often thought the process would fail, due to trust issues, Blair says he find Paisley easy and open to work with, he likes Paisley and thinks he's genuine, Blair then waffles a bit about the lack of success in Iraq. Then Irish PM B Ahern says there was lots of times he thought the difficulties were insurmountable, but he never wanted to go for a Plan B unless forced, he talks about building for the future from now on, then Ken Reid live at Stormont outlines the significant points for him during today's events, he further comments on the current outstanding issues for the coalition, like the financial package from Gordon Brown, the issue of the 11+, and the future for NI's local councils, this is followed by vox pop on people's views of today from Lisburn, Banbridge, Armagh, Omagh and Enniskillen. The next report uses film clips from the last 10 years detailing the momentous moments that led to today, like Downing St Declaration, IRA ceasefire, Drumcree, GFA, Clinton visit, Omagh Bomb, IRA decommissioning, March 26th Paisley, Adams, Paisley Ahern meetings. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06890 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9363 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
44 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Devolution Day coverage, begins with a film report from political correspondent Martina Purdy on events today beginning with the major politicians arriving at Stormont, then inside Stormont the election of speaker and executive ministers, Paisley and McGuiness followed by them with Blair, Ahern and Hain having tea and joking, then the entertainment in the Great Hall and the speeches from Paisley, McGuiness, Blair and Ahern. The next report titled Politics and Protest from Conor McAuley reviews the anti-Iraq and others protesters outside Stormont, groups like FAIR, Concerned Republicans, and College Lecturers Union, the Iraq protesters tried to block Blair's cavalcade but failed, the international media were also present at Stormont, as was a former Paisley fan, with his two children who now thinks Paisley has sold out, however other local people were more positive, a further film clip shows protesters arguing amongst themselves, then Noel Thompson talks to Martin Cassidy about today's 500 job losses in the water industry with comments of Katherine Bryan the Water Board Chief. Then inside Stormont Donna Trainor introduces a film report on Paisley's progress to power sharing from Chris Buckler. It begins with old black and white film clip of Paisley speech in the 70s, followed by Paisley shaking hands last month with Irish PM B Ahern. Journalist Pat McArt comments, then Victor Gordon says they should have come to agreement 30 years ago, film clip of Paisley's Never, Never, Never speech at Anti-Anglo Irish Agreement rally in Belfast, then Paisley and Trimble at Drumcree followed buy film of Paisley with Adams on March 26th past, Victor Gordon's reaction followed by film clip of Paisley saying SF will never defeat the Protestant people, (1985), Pat McArt comments. Then DUP's G Campbell talks to Noel Thompson outside Stormont on what he thinks is needed to make the SF/DUP coalition successful, he wants rid of the IRA Army Council. Campbell defends the DUP stance over the 1974 Sunningdale Executive saying the PIRA wouldn't have ended their campaign then, he comments on today's 500 job losses and says there's two countries on this island, he's not disappointed he's not a minister this time round. Next film report comes from Sara Travers live in Derry she introduces a Chris Buckler report on M McGuiness titled from paramilitary to Politian, it begins with a profile of the many faces of M McGuiness, parent, IRA man, politician, film traces his rapid rise in republican ranks, with Jan 1973 film clip and Denis Bradley's comments on McGuiness and the PIRA, with more film clips shown of M McGuiness in his youth. Then former SF Cllr Martin Miller, now director of the Belfast Media Group says McGuiness led from the front, film clip shows his May 1985 post election remarks "the cutting edge of the IRA will bring freedom" but M Miller says in last few days unionists are warming to him, Jan 1996 film clip hears McGuiness say SF won't be giving unionists their new Stormont, a decade is clearly a very long time in politics says Chris Buckler. Denis Bradley says his legacy is leading the PIRA away from violence to peace, then back in Derry Sara Travers interviews Richard Moore who was blinded in 1972 by a rubber bullet, he recalls the day he was host and its effects on his life, then he praises today as momentous and fantastic, he hopes peace building will follow. Back at Stormont SF's G Kelly talks to Donna Trainor, she says it's a sad day for some, relatives of the dead who can ask why didn't it happen sooner, Kelly replies victims and survivors are talking about today as the beginning of a new future, he hopes the healing process will be helped by today and victims and survivors wouldn't be sidelined. He comments then on how SF will handle disagreements with the DUP in this coalition, he ? out SF will be prepared to also be in the government in the South. Then Noel Thompson talks to BBC's political editor Mark Davenport about his feelings about today, he emphasizes the parties handling of today's events and gives his analysis on how long it'll take the coalition to bed down. The next report comes from Tara Mills at QUB, where she talks to students who have no memory of the worst days of the Troubles, firstly Paul Lily then Niall Smith, then Claire Bailey, then Gavin Howell, Patrick Withe, Ciaran Helferty all give their views, then in a second report Julian O'Neill talks to people who lived through the Troubles, including Alan McBride who lost his wife and father-in-law in the Shankill bombing and former republican prisoner Jim McCarthy, then Waves Pat McCauley comments and Teresa Clarke. Then Tara O'Neill interviews Prof Richard English on his views about how historic today really is, and whether or not he feels the Paisley/McGuiness coalition can actually work and what are the main challenges ahead. Then it's back to Sara Travers who introduces a vox pop of the opinions of some people in Derry City, Enniskillen and Newry, this is followed by Sara Travers interviewing PSNI Ch/Superintendent Richard Russell in Derry about the change of attitudes he's beginning to see in the attitude of SF to policing, he'd welcome any political persons in the PSNI if they've no convictions, she then talks to Catherine O'Connor of the Derry Visitors Board on the increase in numbers of tourists visiting the city, and the plans for more hotels in the city. Back then to political editor Mark Davenport for more of his analysis on today's political events as he and Denis Ireland discuss the significance of the day, probably now our politics will get real he says. (6.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06890 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9364 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 18 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of Devolution Day from the Irish Republic's news station. Today's events ended 5 years of Direct Rule in NI, a film report from Declan McBennett begins today the "unimaginable and often unthinkable became a reality", "old enemies today found a common purpose", the film clip shows Paisley talking to McGuiness, it also covers the protests outside Stormont, then covers the speech of M McGuiness in the Great Hall, and then Paisley's words. The next film report comes from Northern editor Tommy Gorman, it begins with an interview with Irish PM B Ahern who says we have broke the back of an ancient and age old problem. We have built up new relationships between people who wouldn't sit in the same room as each other, he's followed by Tony Blair's comments who says the future's a completely different prospect for people of NI now, Tony Blair comments on his reasons for his special affinity to Ireland, his grandfather was a Donegal Orangeman and he spent his holidays in Donegal. Ahern comments on Blair's role, then more analysis from T Gorman on what he calls an amazing occasion, he speculates on the chances of the coalition lasting, he feels more effort must be made to incorporate the loyalist organisations into the new regime. The next report concerns the latest events in the South's current election campaign where the Progressive Democrats leader Michael McDowell has met B Ahern over allegations about Ahern's financial affair the issue is causing a rift within the PD's. Film report with M McDowell comments, then Mary Harney TD, followed by views of Fine Gael's Enda Kenny and Labour's Eamon Gilmore, at the Fianna Fail press conference Michael Martin TD ruled out his party going into a coalition with SF, then analysis from correspondent David McCullough on B Ahern's current position in the election battle. In the USA Senator Hillary Clinton said the NI peace model was something she'd like America to use in its foreign policy. Film report with Congressman Richie Weal (Rep) from the Friends of Ireland Group's comments, then Sen H Clinton's interview on her hopes of contributing to the North's economy. The bulletin ends with a film montage of today's Stormont events, with background music from Johnny Cash. (9pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06890 | Tape No. |
376A |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9365 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
25 mins 39 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Prime Time | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Presented by Mark Little, the programme begins with a showing of Paisley's speech at Stormont today, then M O'Callaghan calls today historic and says they'll be asking the question will today help SF get into power in the Republic. In a film report titled Leap of Faith, RTE's Clare Murphy covers events at Stormont today and of the last few weeks, an entire album of change she calls it. It includes clips of Paisley, McGuiness, words, then Prof Paul Bew's explanation of Paisley's change of heart, then Senator Maurice Hayes comments on the issue of education, the 11+, which will be the first test of the parties resolve to work together. Then Michael Smyth comments on other problems the Executive faces including lack of resources, then Irish American Nial O'Dowd's views, on the good news story for US investors. Then back in the studio Mark Little interviews Denis Bradley in Derry and Alex Kane in Belfast about their views on the challenges ahead for the Executive, D Bradley feels the only issue unresolved is the one of national identity he feels the politicians will compromise on issues like education etc, he feels we must find a way to talk about the constitutional issue. Then Alex Kane says this isn't a voluntary coalition, they've been forced together, he feels they'd both rather not be in partnership, he wonders if the us and them attitude will not fade away and each party will play to its own market, deep down he feels there are big problems, with the parties having huge differences on the socio-economic agenda. Denis Bradley comments on devolving policing and justice powers and the economics differences he feels pragmatism will win the day. Mark Little then switches to examine SF's role in Southern politics and their chances of getting into government there, in a film report titled the Politics of Power asks the question of Southern parties if SF can sit in government in the North why not in the South, a few years ago D Ahern (FF) said it was possible but now B Ahern says they won't go into government with SF although he admits they once did with the Workers' Party. Then Enda Kenny doubts Ahern, while M Martin (FF) repeats they won't go into government with SF however SF TD C O'Caoilean says SF won't be against partnership in government if the voters want it to happen, and they would change their taxes position, since then Adams has softened that tax position even further. In the studio SF's Mary Lou McDonald and Derek McDowell of the Labour Party discuss SF's chances of getting into power in the Republic. Following today's events in the North, she believes SF aren't untouchable, the peoples votes will decide if SF go into government Labs D McDowell says they aren't turning their noses up at SF, he outlines why they won't go into a coalition with SF at this point but doesn't rule it out in the public. Mary Lou McDonald says they aren't a Marxist party, she defends the party policy on corporation tax rate, they want taxation justice and comments on re-nationalisation of certain industries. Labour claims they are still the party of the left. Their debate is followed by an interview with Irish Times journalist Stephen Collins on the impact of devolution in the North on the South's election, especially on B Ahern's chances in the current election campaign, despite questions over his private finances. Collins also comments on FF's refusal to go into a coalition with SF and the reasons behind it. | ||
DVD No. |
D06890 | Tape No. |
376A |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9366 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
47 mins 49 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Paisley: Protest to Power | ||
Description: |
This documentary presented by Jim Dougal, retraces the career of the DUP leader Ian Paisley from Free Presbyterian preacher and political protester to NI's First Minister, Jim Dougal uses old film clips and interviews with political friends and foes to tell the story, the programme begins with today's Stormont ceremony and the speeches, then Paisley and McGuiness comment on the event followed by the SDLP's Breige Rodgers opinions on their alliance, then J Dougal plays an old film clips of Paisley speeches from past years and shows the clash between Paisley and pro Good Friday Agreement supports at Stormont on the day the GFA was signed. Dougal then reviews Paisley's anti-GFA role and the protests he organised, followed by UUP leader at the time, David Trimble's views on Paisley, yet by Nov 03 Paisley was the leader of unionism, the DUP outpolled the UUP and on the nationalist side SF outpolled the SDLP. New the British government had to deal with the extremes of SF and DUP. Dougal then plays more clips of Paisley speeches and looks at his religious convictions with an interview with Paisley who recalls his early days. Followed by the Rev John Dunlop (Presby/Moderator) views on Paisley's disruptive ways, this preceded by a film clip of the 1966 Divis St riots caused when the RUC removed a tricolour from a SF office, after Paisley threatened to remove, Paisley himself recollect that event, then SF MLA Alex Maskey gives his views on the incident, then follows a film clip of Sean Lemass the Irish PM meeting Terence O'Neill the N/Irish PM, Jack Lynch was also present, the black and white clip interviews Paisley at the time, then J Dougal interviews him now about his protest, followed by film of T O'Neill 1966 Ulster at the Crossroads speech, once the civil rights era began Paisley protests increased. SDLP's Austin Currie recalls 30/11/68 CRA rally, Paisley talks about his Armagh counter demo, for which he got 3 months in jail and shows the speech he made after his release from the Crumlin Rd Jail, very soon afterwards events quickened, we had internment, then Stormont was suspended. Film clips shown with the views of the then UUUP Home Affairs Minister John Taylor, followed by the SDLP's Breige Rodgers comments, then Paisley who was then a Stormont MP recalls those days. The DUP's Nigel Dodds gives his assessment of Paisley's leadership abilities, this is followed by film of IRA bomb attacks on Belfast, by now the British government saw power sharing as the way forward and J Dougal profiles the Sunningdale deal. Followed by a Paisley speech rejecting power sharing, this leads into the 1974 Ulster Workers Council Strike led by loyalist paramilitaries and Paisley, it forces Faulkner and the power sharing executive to resign. Film clip shown followed by John Hume's recollections of Paisley's siege mentality, this is followed by a 1979 film of Paisley who had been elected an MEP that year shouting at the Pope in the European Parliament followed by an interview now with Paisley on the incident. In the early 1980s the Conservative British/PM Margaret Thatcher rejected nationalist proposals from the SDLP and Southern parties, but by 1985 she had signed the Anglo Irish Agreement which unionists fiercely rejected. A film clip shows Paisley's speech to look unionists at Belfast City Hall when he said 'never, never, never' to Dublin interference or rule, another clip shows NI Sec Tom King being assaulted as he left the City Hall. Followed by King's recollections of the event, Paisley then justifies the anti Anglo-Irish protests, Tom King tells an antidote about Paisley and a dog, Paisley who was accused of flirting with loyalist paramilitaries particularly the Orange Vols explains his role as he sees it, on amateur video clip shows Paisley with Orange Vols Ulster Resistance, he says he rejected Ulster Resistance when paramilitaries took over. Then the PUP leader David Ervine recalls the effects on young loyalists of Paisley's speeches, who obeyed his militaristic calls to defend Ulster, Ervine calls Paisley the Duke of York who marched his men to the top of the hill then down again, DUP's N Dodds defends Paisley calling him anti-violent, but Breige Rodgers says Paisley's words were as lethal as bullets. Paisley rejects her opinions. Another film clip then shows Paisley after he was threw out of No 10, Paisley recalls that stormy meeting with John Major, then British PM, and he jokes about Rev McCrea singing, meanwhile in Ireland the Hume/Adams talks continued, and atrocities continued. Eventually in Aug 1994 the IRA called its first ceasefire, film clip shows Adams comments at that time, then Paisley's verbal reaction, this is followed by film clip of the loyalist ceasefire, but trouble continued around Orange marches, In 1995 Paisley/Trimble shown doing their jig after the Garvaghy Rd march, the SDLP's B Rodgers highlights the consequences of that, eventually Trimble became UUP leader on the back of it. Paisley saw himself then as a king maker, he comments now on what he thinks of Trimble faults. With Ahern and Blair in office both men kept trying to make the process work and overcome difficulties, by No 03 with both the DUP and SF in the ascendancy. Paisley met Ahern in the Irish Embassy in London, both men recall the meeting, after this Paisley met the Catholic Archbishop of Ireland Sean Brady, he recalls the meeting, then in Dec 06 at the St Andrews talks in Scotland, following IRA decommissioning, a film interview with T Blair hears his views on the basis of a deal taking shape. In Jan 07 SF delivered its support for policing, Eileen Paisley recalls Ian praying for guidance on whether to go into power sharing with SF, then film clip shows Paisley's March 26th comments as he sat beside SF's G Adams at Stormont. Paisley maintains he had no other option if he wanted to avoid a British government Plan B which would give the South joint sovereignty, this is followed by a M McGuiness interview in which he regrets the violence of the past but he rejects the idea the PIRA was responsible for all the violence, a film clip shows Paisley warm hand shake with B Ahern in Dublin and he comments followed by Ahern saying he likes Paisley, then SF's M McGuiness gives his assessment of Paisley, followed by former DUP MEP remarks that Paisley wanted power at any cost, a claim Paisley then rejects. This is followed by views of Free Presbyterian Rev David McIlveen who wants to keep the church out of the arguments. Paisley then explains that he doesn't want his grandchildren growing up in violence. B Ahern wishes the new executive well then Trimble comments followed by Archbishop Sean Brady, then SF's M McGuiness says a united Ireland will happen in 1 to 4 years, Paisley ends by saying he thinks the new executive will work. (9pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06900 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9367 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 8th May 2007 | Duration: |
38 mins 12 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Devolution Day | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Mark Carruthers this programme reviews today's Devolution Day ceremony at Stormont, beginning with a film review of the day by Andy Martin, a day few people would have predicted. It begins with a film clip of those gathered in the Great Hall followed by film of Paisley, McGuiness, Blair, Ahern and Hain in the First Minister's office, looking relaxed and joking. Then in the Great Hall coverage of the speeches of Paisley, then M McGuiness. Earlier the two men had taken the pledge of office in Stormont, all the words gave an expectation this Executive would endure and provide a legacy for both leaders, then back in the studio, Mark Carruthers discusses with Basis McCrea (UUP), M Durkan (SDLP), G Kelly (SF) and J Donaldson (DUP). Donaldson begins by explaining what was the historical significance of the day for him, he replies we have come a long way in NI since the worst days of the Troubles, he says people hope we have finally moved beyond the politics of conflict, Gerry Kelly was impressed by how smoothly everything progressed during the day, it was a very good day for the Irish and the British Kelly adds. Mark Durkan says it was a historical development built on other historical developments in the past like the GFA. Unlike before we now have no significant element trying to bring things down anymore, the agenda now has to be how we deliver for all the people, but it won't be like today every day. Basil McCrea doubts today is historic, he feels it's more like déjàvu again, he wonders if the DUP/SF coalition is sustainable. J Donaldson says the foundations for stable government now exist, with support for policing. The Mark Carruthers introduces a film report from Andy Martin called Déjàview which begins in 2007 showing Paisley and Ahern in Dublin, then in 1985 at Belfast City Hall with his "never, never, never" speech, then in 1974 protesting Harry West against Sunningdale. Austin Currie recalls those days when he called Paisley a bigoted hangover from the C19th, then Alliance's Oliver Napier says even 1 yr ago he'd said there's no chance of a DUP/SF agreement. Austin Currie says he's shocked to see M McGuiness upholding British rule in NI, the UUP's John Taylor who opposed Sunningdale says this time Paisley can pull off a power sharing executive. O Napier however thinks Paisley wouldn't have made a deal unless he was going to be top dog. John Taylor says a pit fall may happen once Paisley retires, Napier says individual SF/DUP relationships will have to improve, he recalls his relationship with Faulkner. Taylor comments on the absence of a Paisley/McGuiness handshake, then Napier's views. A Currie laments Sunningdale's failure as does Napier. Back in the studio, G Kelly is asked why is this power sharing executive possible now when it wasn't in the past, he says because the 2 largest parties want it to be, and because it has all Ireland approach, agreement is an issue of compromise. J Donaldson replies Sunningdale wouldn't have ended violence as the PIRA weren't involved in it, he wanted republicans out of violence and into the democratic process and that's what this peace process was all about. M Durkan rejects what J Donaldson says he calls it an attempt to rewrite DUP history over the peace process, he highlights the SDLP role, even at a price for the SDLP. Basil McCrea says power sharing is the only way forward for NI and we should have reached agreement long before this, he feels the UUP and SDLP were sacrificed to get the more extreme SF/DUP on board. J Donaldson says Paisley is top dog because the electorate back him and the DUP strategy, they were right to hold out to get decomm and to get SF to accept British justice, Paisley wasn't holding out for the office but to get real peace in NI, G Kelly says he can see a thaw in relations within the First Minister's Office, he reminds the panel that there are no top dogs it's a joint office. M Carruthers then introduces another Andy Martin film report called What Now? in which ? profiles the issues ahead the new ministers will have to face, he gets the opinion of economist Mike Smith he lists living standards here, a competitive rate of corporation tax, water charges or what else? Then Ian McQuiston comments on Green issues, the environment, the planning system, the heritage issue, then Tim Loane comments on what culture and art industry will need, then William McKee of the Belfast Health Trust outlines issues they want dealt with, especially mental health, then there's justice, an issue that could derail the executive, former Police Board member Pauline McCabe comments on low level crime problems and the need for policing to be devolved. Back in the studio Basil McCrea is asked how will the Executive deal with the financial issues facing it in the next few months, the says it'll be a huge shock as the money's not there. Mark Durkan says it's going to be down to priorities, then G Kelly comments on issues, J Donaldson says the executive plan for government has given then an idea of what the priories are, he comments on the 500 job losses in the water industry. Basil McCrea says the UUP will be looking at providing an opposition if government doesn't work, he's questioned on this plan, for the SDLP M Durkan says the assembly committees provide an opposition role, he explains how that works. G Kelly then gives his view on the unique position in NI regarding no official opposition. J Donaldson wants to work to normalise politics here it's a work in not a love in. (10.30pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06900 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9368 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 9th May 2007 | Duration: |
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Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) T Na G | Channel: |
RTE T Na G |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Uachtarain | ||
Programme Title: |
Erskine Childers. | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles E. Childers past and his time as Irish president for 18months around 1974. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
378 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5530 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 9th May 2007 | Duration: |
15 mins 37 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Today the new Stormont ministers were out and about in their new roles. Film report begins with coverage of a reception in the main hall in Parliament Buildings by Paisley and McGuiness to acknowledge the contribution of people from ethnic minorities in NI. Then in a report on the new ministers, DUP's N Dodds opened a research centre at the Magee campus in the University of Ulster, as economy minister, with N Dodds interview. Then Prof Martin McGinnity's views, also there was Deputy First Minister Martin McGuiness who comment son yesterday being a fresh start. Then Paul Clark returns to the Stormont reception where reporter F McKinney interviews DUP's I Paisley on his reaction to yesterday's event, he tell McKinney to be patient when he asks when will see you and M McGuiness address people together, then a further report from Vicky Hawthorne looks at the Minister of Culture Edwin Poots (DUP) visit the Waterworks Sports Facility in Nth Belfast, a cross community group he comments on his sports strategy and funding for Arts, elsewhere the Education Minister Catriona Ruane visited Riverside Special School in Antrim, in her interview she comments on the 11+ issue. Also out today, was the SDLP MLA and Minister of Social Development Margaret Ritchie she visited a new Housing Development in the Lower Ormeau Rd and comments on her aim to provide good quality housing for all the people here, at the Lower Ormeau site, Clanmills Housing Assoc's Geraldine Rice comments on having a local minister. Then back at Stormont F McKinney interviews the Deputy First Minister Martin McGuiness, about peoples reaction to yesterday's Devolution Day, he also asks when will he and Paisley be speaking together, McGuiness denies they are avoiding each other. Back in the studio political editor Ken Reid reveals N Dodds and J Donaldson have been made privy counsellors, they and Paisley will now have access to secret security information this was decide at the ST Andrews Agreement. In other news Vera McVeigh (82) the mother of disappeared Columba McVeigh who was murdered in 1975 has died. Film report hears her son was never found and last Nov she met Ian Paisley. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06900 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9369 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 9th May 2007 | Duration: |
50 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
TNG |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
Uachtarin | ||
Programme Title: |
Erskine Childers | ||
Description: |
The programme in Irish with English subtitles begins with film clips of Erskine Childers being sworn in as Irish President, he was born in the Embankment Gardens in London in 1905, his father Robert Erskine Childers was an army officer and a writer, his famous novel being "The Riddle in the Sands". In 1904 Robert married American Molly Osgood. In an interview in 1973 which is shown Erskine sys his mother was a descendant of US President John Adams, and his father had been in the Liberal Party, author Turtle Bunbury reveals Erskine's paternal grandmother's family were Bartons, landed gentry in Co Wicklow. Patrick Faulkner, a former minister says Erskine's grandparents died young, his father was brought to Glendalough to an aunt, film clip shown of the family home in Wicklow to which Erskine and his father often returned, young Erskine became a lover of his Irishness. Erskine comments on his father's writing, the frame was of Home Rule, and his love for Ireland in an old interview at Glendalough House, Robert Childers was a dedicated nationalist and he wanted Home Rule for Ireland, with his wife he brought German guns into Hot in his yacht "the Agar" in July 1914, photo shown. He enlisted in HM Royal navy as an intelligence officer at the beginning of WW1but was enraged by Britain's brutal response to the 1916 Rising, he returned to Ireland in 1917 committed to the Republican cause. Erskine Jnr was sent to Gresham's School in England. Writer Ulick O'Connor recalls Erskine was very much the English public schoolboy, Erskine visited his father during the War of Independence, re returned to England a committed republican. After the Truce, Robert Childers was secretary of the Irish delegation at the Treaty negotiations, film clip shown, but he wasn't happy with the Treaty, historian Tim Pat Coogan says Childers Snr was close to De Valera and he joined De Valera in the split over the Treaty. Film clip shown. Childers Snr spent the civil war on the run but in Nov 1922 he was captured with a gun in his pocket, a gun Michael Collins had given him, and was sentenced to death, on the eve of his death Erskine Jnr visited him, his father told him never to mention the civil war if he goes into politics, Nessa Childers, Erskine's daughter says her father never did talk about the civil war, in an interview in 1973 he recalls his father's last words on reconciliation to him. Risteard Mulcahy, a former Free State General says Erskine never spoke to him about his father's death as it was his father who ordered R Childers execution. Film clip of Richard Mulcahy defence minister in 1922, historian Dermot Ferriter recalls the mood in Ireland at that time, with newspaper clips of Childers execution shown, Nessa recalls her father crying watching a documentary on the civil war and still wouldn't talk to her about it. In 1924 Erskine entered Cambridge aged 18, Nessa recalls he wanted away from the political situation in Ireland, to another culture, he went to Paris and worked as a tour guide, by 1931 he was married and his tour company was struggling, then Eamon De Valera offered him a job in the Irish Press. Nessa recalls his reluctance to return to the land that executed his father but his mother persuaded him,. D Ferriter comments on his choice, then the 1973 interview has Childers recalling his job as advertising manger in the Irish Press, and eventually he joined Fianna Fail. D Ferriter recalls anti-English attitudes of some, but Childers eventually stood in the Athlone Longford constituency and was elected, Dev eventually made Childers parliamentary secretary. Nessa recalls Erskine's friendship with De Valera, Erskine rose through FF but in 1950 he was widowed with 5 children, 2 years later he met Rita Dudley, then wanted to marry but Rita was RC, Erskine Protestant. Archbishop McQuaid refused to bless their marriage, they married in Paris and in 1956 had one daughter Nessa, who recalls what he was like as a father, he could quite severe she recalls Erskine was a government/Min from 1950s onwards, film clip shows him with Brian Faulkner. Barry Desmond recalls his attention to detail in all his ministerial posts, Mulcahy and D Ferriter agree on this dedication, historian Gerard O'Tuathaigh says civil servants thought he was too active, with too many ideas. Nessa recalls how long evenings in work effected family life many of his FF colleagues thought him aloof, G O'Tuathaigh explains then David Andrews (FF) comments on his remoteness, Declan Kiberd says he complained to RTE about broadcasting bad news every night. By 1969 election Childers have given 30yrs public service, he was made Tanaiste by Jack Lynch in his government and Ministry of Health, he comment son this in the 1973 interview Mulcahy recalls him swotting up on his health brief, then Garrett Fitzgerald recalls debating with him, 1970 was a bad year for the FF government with the Arms Crisis gripping the nation, film clip shown, Barry Desmond says this time, E Childers was a tower of strength beside J Lynch and they seen off the threat from Nail Blaney and C Haughey. D Ferriter recalls E Childers staying outside the FF factions in this era and that's why he was important. Nessa recalls his father's feelings at that time, Mulcahy says he realised you couldn't end partition through violence. Following the arms trial, Childers stayed as Health Minister to 1973, with Dev's 2nd term as President over Childers was being mentioned as his replacement, Lynch agreed but Childers didn't want the job. Film clip shows Lynch proposing Childers. Nessa recalls her father's ambivalence, D Ferriter agrees, but Tim Pat Coogan calls that a play, he covered 3000 miles in one month's with enthusiasm, give 350 speeches, his opponent was Fine Gael's Tom O'Higgins. Film clip shows both men campaigning, historian Joe Lee says O'Higgins was the favourite, a film clip interviews Childers on his campaign bus. D Ferriter recalls the Childers road show giving the election a modern touch, G O'Tuathaigh calls it the 'wanderly wagon'. Nessa recalls being on the bus, film of Childers speaking in Tralee, then TD Michael D Higgins recalls Childers interest in the environment, and the huge gaps between him and the FF grassroots, then Barry Desmond's views on his remoteness, Joe Lee says he wasn't a natural politician. Nessa says the issue of his Englishness was used against him in the Presidential election, but he regarded it as understandable prejudice. The issue then of anti-Englishness in Ireland in the 1970s is discussed with one commentator saying most Irish people were Anglo-Irish in attitude, support English football teams etc, he felt Childers was elected to rubbish the idea that Ireland was anti-English, Nessa recalls her parent apparent shock when they won the election, then film clip shown of Childers going to his inauguration ceremony, he didn't have a passive Presidency like his predecessors, Garrett Fitzgerald recalls some of his proposals as unrealistic, he was a think tank who got upset when his ideas weren't taken up, G O'Tuathaigh says he wanted to use his officer to tackle certain matters in a novel way. A film clip shows him taking guests around the President's home, M D Higgins says the Childers presidency was about intellectualism, he highlights his ability as an orator, Tim Pat Coogan calls him a different type of President who ruffled feathers but D Ferriter says his vigour, rejuvenated the Presidency but he was frustrated by the limitations of the Office of President, in 18months he attended over 1000 engagements. Film clips shown, but the schedule took a toll on his health, Nessa recalls being with her father at a meeting with the College of Psychiatrists, when he died of a heart attack, she describes what happened. His death shocked the public, all the commentators agree, film of his state funeral with Nessa recollections of the event, he was buried with his Irish ancestors at Derralossary Church in Roundwood, Co Wicklow. | ||
DVD No. |
D06910 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9371 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 10th May 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 53 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Today British PM Tony Blair announced he is stepping down as PM from June 27th, but the first film report comes from Stormont where the executive is holding its first meeting. F McKinney introduces the film clip of the ministers and reports water rates are top of the agenda, along with the 11+. Before the meeting SF's M McGuiness says he more excited now than he was at the Trimble/Mallon executive because this time the DUP are there, the UUP's Reg Empey says people want ministers to now deliver. A further film report from Tracey Magee follows Minister of Regional Development, Conor Murphy out on his visit to the Westlink road works, C Murphy is the man in control of water charges and he says these charges will be deferred and a review undertaken of the whole water reform agenda, he denies people will be paying water rates within a year, but the UUP's Fred Cobain says water charges will one day be a reality. Then back to Stormont Castle for an update on the Executive meeting from F McKinney. Next comes a film report from Julie O'Connor who find out people here's views on Tony Blair's legacy, historian Eamon Phoenix puts his efforts in Ireland into perspective compared to previous British PMs and the improvement in Anglo Irish relations is down to him, then Ian Paisley comments on his views of Blair, then republican Gerry Kelly has a respect for him, out on the street ordinary people in a vox pop mention the Iraq war as a problem for Blair, then Ch of Ireland Archbishop Lord Eames says Blair was a man of great faith, he recalls a church leaders meeting Blair attended, then from Downing Street political editor Ken Reid gives his analysis of Blair's career and legacy, with the views of Alaistair Campbell in an interview, on the work Blair did in Ireland. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06900 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9370 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 11th May 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 20 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then funeral of Vera McVeigh, the mother of one of the disappeared Columba McVeigh killed by the PIRA in 1975 in Donaghmore Co Tyrone, film report with comments of Fr Gerard McAleer's appeal for help in finding the disappeared. The Irish PM Bertie Ahern has welcomed the DUP's Ian Paisley to the site of the Battle of the Boyne, film report on the duo's tour of the exhibit centre, where Paisley gave Ahern a 300 year old Jacobite musket for the Boyne Centre, saying "if you want to use it, you'll have to see the decommissioning organisation", coverage also of B Ahern and Paisley's speeches on the past, also there was Orange Grand Master Robert Saulters who comments on the day's events. At Stormont SF has said it wants nationalist icons put up beside unionist ones in the building. Film report from F McKinney asks could it mean Pearce Connelly or Bobby Sands appearing at Stormont, with the views of SF's MLA Paul Butler, and the DUP's response in a statement. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06910 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9372 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 14th May 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Shadows Of Shame | ||
Description: |
This programme fprofiles how the IRA handled informers and the role of its so called 'Nutting Squad' which was once led by Freddie Seapettecci. It also includes the 1981 killing of V. Robinson and Anthony McKiernan in 1988, also includes allegations against Brendan 'Ruby' Davision, and scaps link to the death of the Portadown trio in 1999 over the Margaret Perry Killing. Also, relatives for Justices M. Thompson and Jene Winters comments on the killing of Sean McKieran on 7/2/2000. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
378 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5531 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 14th May 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 46 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Stormont MLAs have been awarded a 45% increase in their expenses to cover office costs, up from £50,000 to £70,000 a year. Film report says the NI Sec Peter Hain made the award before Devolution. IN Stormont today MLAs debated formerly joining the Commonwealth Association, with SF's M McLaughlin saying they'll not force division by calling for a vote. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06910 | Tape No. |
377 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9373 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 14th May 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins 11 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Shadows of Shame | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles the role of the PIRA's internal security squad, known as "the Nutting Squad" and the role within it of Freddie Scappaticci, who was a British agent known as Stakeknife, it's presented by Sharon O'Neill and begins with film clips of bodies left by the roadside and an extract from a taped confession of an informer. S O'Neill asks with one of the IRA's interrogators a British agent, how many of these murders were sanctioned by his British government paymasters, and did the intelligent serves shield IRA informers from murder charges. Jane Winters of British/Irish Rights Watch says British/Intell had penetrated paramilitaries and knew what was going, on, they didn't prevent many murders or help in detecting the murderers. Relatives for Justice's Mark Thompson says Intell groups believed everybody was expendable, Belfast's Lord Mayor Pat McCarthy (SDLP) says intell people went into the 'pit' with paramilitaries and controlled paramilitaries, Sharon O'Neill then details why families who have remained silent are now speaking out, because in 2003 F Scappaticci was unveiled as a British agent, tonight she talks to families whose common link is Scappaticci. She begins reviewing the murder of Vincent Robinson in Divis Flats, he was from the Ormeau Rd area, on 23rd June 1981, film clip shown, then Eileen Robinson his daughter comments on Vincent's injuries, and the hurt she felt, 19 months ago she saw his injuries in a film clip and had a nervous breakdown, she hates the IRA. The IRA claimed Vincent got £6 per day from Special Branch for info, he was the 3rd alleged informer killed that year but its leadership didn't know, an informer was at the top of its nutting squad in F Scappaticci, film clip shown of him with Adams. Eileen Robinson has met the IRA, who say he was an informer, the PSNI Historical Enquiries Team say he wasn't. The family of Anthony McKiernan, from the Markets who was in the PIRA for 15 years, he was found dead on 19 Jan 1988 after Scappaticci sent for him in Beechmount area. Maria McKiernan for the family denies IRA claim he was an informer, a film clip from 1988 hears his widow Patricia say "the IRA trying to cover up for one of their own". Sharon McKiernan comments on her mother's views. It's emerged 2 IRA men Daniel McCann and Brendan 'Ruby' Davidson told Sharon they didn't believe Anthony was an informed and they would help the family, Davidson and McCann were killed in controversial circumstances months later, on March 26th and July 25th 1988, since his death allegations persist Davidson was an informer. Sharon believes all 3 deaths are linked, Pat McCarthy comments on not believing Anthony was an informer, adds you wanted want to fall out with Freddie. S O'Neill also says Scappaticci also linked to deaths of former IRA man John Dignam, Aidan Starrs and G Burns, who had killed Portadown woman Margaret Perry in July 1992, film clip of their bodies on the border. Pat Dignam recalls his son's injuries. Sharon O'Neill then previews their involvement in the killing of M Perry who had discovered Burns was an informer, Burns worked for MI5 for 10 years, the other two for Special Branch. Jane Winters comments on the case, saying the FRU knew M Perry was going to be killed the IRA sent the Dignam family a tape of John's confession, it's played then Dignam's parents and Jane Winter comment on the killing and the Perry killing. The Police Ombudsman has launched an inquiry into claims Dignam was killed to protect Scappaticci, M Perry's mother issues a statement on the case. Then Maria McKiernan admits public sympathy will be in short supply but she says the IRA should have given them proof, then Mrs Dignam comments, then Eileen Robinson views, Maria McKiernan reveals her brother Sean had a nervous breakdown and he died 7-2-00, very mentally tortured, she says the IRA hounded him, Eileen Robinson recalls being torturing during the school years, Sharon O'Neill says the IRA killers or the security services will never face the courts for their actions, and as for Scappaticci he's protected by a court order prevent the media looking info about him. Mark Thompson RFJ, Eileen Robinson, Maria McKiernan all want ht truth from the IRA and the British, they want Scap brought to justice. Jane Winters comments on infiltration of the IRA. | ||
DVD No. |
D06910 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9374 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 15th May 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Devolution Babies | ||
Description: |
Stephen Walkers documentary investigates the weeks since devolution where 79 babies were born in Northern Ireland. The programme talks to four sets of parents on their hopes for a new Northern Ireland for their children to grow up in. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
378 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5532 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 15th May 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 25 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson he begins by using a comparison to the assassination of Julius Caesar by fellow politicians on the Ides of March, to draw any similarities between the politics of Rome back then to our peace process today, he says the moral from Rome is be careful what you wish for and as we edge towards power sharing here, he wonders if we can learn anything from Caesar's downfall. He discusses this subject with Dr Richard Bourke of the Univ/College London, who draws the comparison, then QUB Dr Rick Wilford talks about the Good Friday Agreement (GFA) being designed on the political theory of consocialists designed by a Dutch man who philosophy says no matter how contrived this arrangement is it will always lead to a more normal political system as trust and confidence groups. Noel Thompson then explores how the DUP and SF would work in a new executive, a battle a day says G Adams then P Robinson says this cannot be a permanent structure of government, film clip of Paisley's remark, Dr R Bourke says the political conflict will take up to 2 generations to subside, he cites example. Into the current uneasy mix the British government proposes to add Policing and Justice by 2008, Thompson asks could that be one ingredient too many. A film clip of M McGuinness (SF) comment is shown then Rick Wilford says the Chief Constable must be allowed to remain autonomous, Noel Thompson also sees any future border poll as a potential crisis. Dr R Bourke says that could be the case even a generation later, Dr Rick Wilford agrees. Then back in the studio, Noel Thompson interviews some of the new faces at Stormont, Simon Hamilton (DUP, M Anderson (SF) John McAllister (UUP) and Declan O'Loan (SDLP) and Anna Lo (Alliance). He begins by asking S Hamilton if he's happy to go into government with SF, he repeats DUP mantra that conditions must be met to avoid unstable government M Anderson (SF) welcomes the DUP acceptance of power sharing, she wants a new Ireland in the future and makes no apology for wanting a United Ireland, the UUP's J McAllister doesn't rule out future coalitions between SDLP and UUP but current power sharing can work. D O'Loan (SDLP) maintains they are going to deliver positive benefits, he rejects the battle a day attitude, then Anna Lo (All) believes they will influence through the committees and try to change tribal politics. M Anderson (SF) says the people support SF attitude and politics is a battle a day, Simon Hamilton (DUP) admits SF have made slow progress and they will engage with them when all the conditions of democracy are met. D O'Loan gives his views on what the people voted for and the possible unexpected consequences of that, J McAllister (UUP) denies the UUP are a monoculture party. Anna Lo (All) is confident the executive will work. In the If You Ask Me Spot, Lindsay Allen comments on the big game at Stormont and the gambling that will be done with our future, he creates an analogy with gambling in Las Vegas. Noel Thompson then interviews Paula Dobriansky the new Special Envoy for NI or Under Secretary for Democracy and Global Affairs in the USA, he asks her to explain how important Ireland is on her radar, she comments on the recent election results, reconciliation, concerns of victims etc. She says the US role is a supportive one, she comments on her talks with families who allege collusion,. It's an important issue she explains as it goes to the heart of the reconciliation issue. She believes it's important to look at the past, but also move on, and move forward, however families need closure and healing. She also comments on the British March26th deadline as a focus. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine. (Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06770 | Tape No. |
372 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9300 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 15th May 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, film report from Ken Reid in London where Bertie Ahern became the first Irish PM to address both Houses of Parliament, begins with T Blair's tribute to Ahern, and then Ahern comments on the recent peace deal in NI, and thanks T Blair for 10 years of enormous efforts. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06910 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9375 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 15th May 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 49 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Devolution Babies | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Stephen Walker this programme begins by looking back a week when I Paisley and M McGuiness stood together at Stormont as partners in power, it shows film clips of the event, then Stephen Walker reveals last Tuesday 79 babies were born in NI born into a new era, Walker reveals he was born in England in 1965 also on May 8th, he wonders how his childhood will differ from those born in recent days, to find out he proposes to interview 4 sets of parents of the new babies. The first couple are Peter and Aoife Ray who comment on their feelings about Devolution Day and the birth, they hope it fosters a new beginning, Aoife is a Dublin Catholic and Peter a Co Down Protestant, they live in Bangor, Peter's father was a part time RUC man, then Aoife comments on her impressions of NI back then, then Aoife's mother recalls meeting Peter, who then recalls how he was received, Aoife recalls going to live in NI. Peter also recalls that decision, both comments on the events at Stormont and their hopes it will help the Ni economy. The second couple are Linda and Jonathan Buchanan from Banbridge, both are Protestants and they recall how they met, Linda wants her daughter Ellen to grow up in an tolerant society, Jonathan recalls not wanting to be part of the tribalism in NI when he was young. Last week's event was welcomed by the couple, but Jonathan is worried it could collapse, both will send their children to integrated schools. The third couple are teenage mum Stephanie Graham her daughter Katie and her partner Austin Sinclair from North Belfast, her friends weren't really aware what was happening in politics, and she was more interested in pain relief than Stormont, Stephanie hopes to go to university, Austin works in a local restaurant, both want a peaceful childhood for their daughter. Stephanie recalls troubles in the Tiger's Bay area, Austin would prefer to live in England, he's sceptical devolution will work but hopes it does. The fourth couple are Sean and Fiona Rooney from Glenavy, Fiona works Sean is a house-husband their 3rd son Gabriel was born on Devolution Day, Fiona and Sean are both filled with hope for the future and praise Paisley's courage, they hope NI changes for Gabriel's future, no violence and more jobs and investment, Fiona didn't think it would ever get off the ground, but now they should deal with bread and butter issues like education. Fiona hopes her children will live and work in NI, and violence will never return to NI, but stay in the history books. Stephen Walker sys Spotlight will revisit the four babies as they grow up, to see what has become of the Devolution Generation. | ||
DVD No. |
D06910 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9376 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 16th May 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 18 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde has called on the PIRA to disband its Army Council and on the UVF to decommission its weapons. Film report with H Orde interview with Ivan Little, he also comments on the latest political developments, SF's support for policing, he also expressed doubts about the UDA's intentions, and he vowed that ex-terrorists will not be permitted to join the PSNI, he says he gets 7000 applications for every 200 PSNI jobs. The former British/Army watch tower at the top of Divis Tower in West Belfast has been turned into 8 new flat for civilians. Film report with old film and comments of Divis residents Frank Hutchinson, and John Leatham, and Housing Executive's Michael Kelly. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9377 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 17th May 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme reports from Dublin on the Irish general election campaign, with discussions involving Sean Ardayh (FF), Brian Hayes (FG), Finna O'Malley (PDS), Ruairi Quinn (LAB). This report profiles the new DUP MLA Jonathan Craig, Finally there is a feature on the fortnightly magazine relaunch with editor Rudi Goldsmith giving his views. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
378 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5533 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 17th May 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then Ian Paisley today met Princess Anne at the Balmoral Show in Belfast, he says he detects a mood of optimism amongst the people he met at the show, his wife also comments on the new life in the Province. In a second interview with Ivan Little the PSNI Chief Constable says the new Executive must deal with the past here and he also said in spite of recent controversies about collusion he would be doing away with informers. Film report with old film clips. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9378 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 17th May 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson the first item discussed is the general election in the Republic which is believed to be a close race, a film report from the streets of Dublin asks people what they think are the big issues in the election debate, the vox pop uses unnamed people, this is followed by a studio debate involving Sean Ardagh (FF) Brian Hayes (FG) and Fiona O'Malley (PD) and Ruairi Quinn (Lab) in which they argue the issues and talk about possible outcomes including who might go into coalition with whom, the PDS spokeswoman denies that the PDS are going into meltdown in this election, and Labour's R Quinn denies all the parties are too alike on tax issues. Sean Ardagh (FF) defends the government's record on health issue and defends B Ahern's record on the peace process in N Ireland, he also comments on the allegations about Ahern's personal finances, as does Fiona McAuley they discuss the possible role of Sinn Fein in future coalitions with G Adams recent about turn on taxation policy mentioned. In the If You Ask Me Spot Malachi O'Doherty gives his views on the new SF/DUP accord at Stormont, he says it looks like a détente between republicism and unionism, with Paisley and Ahern visiting the Boyne and SF saying it had no problem with the Commonwealth Association, O'Doherty gives his analysis of recent events and symbolic gestures of good intentions. The next item introduced by N Thompson is the weekly item which profiles the new MLAs in the Assembly, this time it's the DUP's Jonathan Craig MLA for Lagan Valley, he worked for Shorts for 20 years, he's been in the DUP for 23 years after meeting Charles and Edwin Poots, he's interested in housing issues, and is against developers use of land banking, and likes reading. The next item from N Thompson is the relaunch of the magazine Fortnight, which has for 40 years and has chronicling and commentating on the artistic and political life of N Ireland. In the studio he discusses with its new editor Rudi Goldsmith and journalist Newton Emerson who been involved with the magazine. Rudi Goldsmith describes the role of a Fortnight edit a magazine which operates on a shoe string he explains that now Fortnight looks forward to real politics here, rates issue etc. Newtown Emerson says a monthly magazine can take a look in depth at issues like this month's which explains how Stormont budgets work, and little control MLAs have over our spending. Rudi says they want to engage more with what's happening in the Arts in NI, as they are now full colour throughout, he shows the current edition, the panel also discuss the magazine's relationship with the Art's Council over funding issues, but Arts won't be the dominant issue in the magazine, both men give their views on whether Fortnight will survive in the modern market, it's revealed Paisley has never written for the magazine. The programme ends with the comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9379 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 21st May 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A preview of Ireland's general election is given by Ken Reid, with reports on Sinn Fein's efforts in Donegal. It also profiles the current party leaders and the elections they face. We have the journatlists commets on possible outcomes. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
378 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5534 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 21st May 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 54 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The German Government is seeking to extradite Roisin McAliskey, the daughter of Bernadette McAliskey i.e. Bernadette Devlin for alleged involvement in a 1996 PIRA mortar attack on a British/Army base as Osnabruck. Film report from the court hearing where Roisin was freed on bail, and film clip of the attack aftermath, with SF MLA Francie Molloy views on the 10 year old warrant. A memo from new SF executive minister Con Murphy telling his staff to refer to NI as 'here' or 'the North' and to call Londonderry only Derry has called a political row. Film report with Conor Murphy's view then reaction from UUP's David Burnside and DUP's G Campbell. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9380 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 21st May 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Republic's Election | ||
Description: |
Introduced by F McKinney, he presents a film report from the UTV political editor Ken Reid who examines the possibilities for FF's B Ahern winning a third term of office in the Republic, he speculates on SF's chances of ending up in government in the South and the North and profiles the various party leaders. He begins with the views of a Dublin bookmaker on whom he thinks will win the election, today's Irish Times poll shows B Ahern is in the lead, Ken Reid asks him about the danger of overstaying his time as his friend Tony Blair seems to have done, B Ahern is relaxed about the issues, saying there are no issues that big, employment isn't an issue he says and high investment is coming in, he just mentions aspects of Health and Education as issues, then in his interview Fine Gael's (FG) Enda Kenny pushes the latter 2 issues hard, plus policing and crime, he's a low key leader who feels Ahern's time is up, he calls Ahern tired and jaded, Ken Reid then comments on the tensions in the election as film clip shows the Green Party and Progressive Democrats arguing strongly in the street, either might be in a coalition government, then film shows Labour leader Pat Rabbitte who has formed an alliance with FG's Enda Kenny, Pat Rabbitte talks to Ken Reid on the misuse of Ireland's funds, from its boom, then at a press conference SF's G Adams refuses to speculate if SF will go into coalition with FF, he emphasises the need for the Celtic Tiger economy to come North. In another interview B Ahern says he's been very clear about the issue of a coalition involving SF and that is, it won't happen, on the Labour Party, Ahern says they've never ruled out that coalition option, Ken Reid then summaries saying we'll know after Thursday what's going to happen. Back in the studio F McKinney talks to Miriam Donohue of the Irish Times, Noel Whelan a political analyst and Sam Smyth of the Irish Independent about today's turn around in Ahern's fortunes according to the Irish Times opinion poll, M Donohue says the head to head Ahern vs Kenny debate seems to have caused it, Noel Whelan says the events at Westminster also helped Ahern, as did meeting Paisley at the Boyne, Sam Smyth says the people are saying, yes we would like change but they don't trust FG/Lab to implement it, but he says with 3 days to go, FF have now belief they can do it. Miriam Donohue says it's given FF momentum, F McKinney asks the panel about Bertie Ahern's financial problems and asks has he rode them out, Sam Smyth says he has, but Noel Whelan isn't certain Ahern will win, he feels the Labour Party will be the big user, the panel then comment on what's annoying the electorate if anything, they say it's the delivery of better health service, but Ahern's experience over Kenny's lack of it seems to be important, the panel then talk about the chances of FF going into coalition with SF, and give their expectations of how many TDs SF will get, they also comment on G Adams flip flopping on economic issues in the Republic, Sam Smyth thinks SF are looking to the 2011 already or the 2016 Presidential election. Noel Whelan feels Southern SF members aren't as keen to get into a Southern government as the Northern SF members are, the panel then speculate how will FG/Lab get itself out of trouble with only 3 days to go, Noel Whelan says FG haven't the experience to deal with setbacks. Sam Smyth says Ahern will win .. | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9381 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 23rd May 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 51 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Co Tyrone Republican Brian Arthurs (42) has appeared in court charged with money laundering. Film report with details of events in court and denials of his solicitor Peter Corrigan, who claims the charges are political policing and the police are just trying to settle old scores. Prince Charles and his wife are in NI for a series of engagements, beginning with the Folk and Transport Museum in Cultra, then a garden party at Hillsborough Castle. Film report with comments of Edith McCartan of the Rural Community Network and Jimmy Creighton a retiring security guard. In Dublin Castle Colum Murphy has delayed his retrial on conspiracy charges relating to the Omagh bombing in 1998, because of a memory loss problem following a car accident. Film report. A former Orange Lodge District Master Harry Speers (47) has lost his appeal against his conviction for murdering Trevor Lowry (49) a Protestant man who Speers thought was a Catholic. Film report also points out Ronald Craig (22) also lost his appeal. A soldier Michael Ross who's serving in NI has been charged with a murder in Scotland 13 years ago. SF MLAs Martina Anderson and Willie Clark will attend a Remembrance Service at Messines in France with loyalists and unionists, it's the only occasion when the 36th Ulster and 16th Irish Division fought side by side. Film report with Martina Anderson's comments on why she's going. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9382 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 25th May 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme looks at the implications of the latest report from the International Monitoring Commission | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
375A | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5521 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 25th May 2007 | Duration: |
|
Broadcast Company: |
Sky Group | Channel: |
SKY |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
History channel | ||
Programme Title: |
Secret History of The IRA | ||
Description: |
This programme is a history of the IRA from 1954/1962. It was shown on RTE on 28/3/07 it was called 'The Partiot Game.' It is a documentary/drama format with interviews with IRA veterans. This is accompanied with contemporary TV news clips. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
378 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5535 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 25th May 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 25 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then film report from Dublin as counting votes continues in the Republic's general election, where B Ahern appears to be heading for a third term in office and SF have made no progress. Ken Reid comments on B Ahern's day. The smaller parties have struggled to make an impact, Pat Carey of Fianna Fail comments, then SF's Angus Snoddy's views, the final tally is not expected till tomorrow night. The next report is from Paul Clark who interviews Dubliners to get their reactions on B Ahern's likely victory, the interview also talks to visitors to Dublin. Then Paul Clark interviews SF President G Adams on his parties disappointing performance, he feels the FF surge with B Ahern effected them and he denies SF is solely regarded as a Northern party by Southern voters, Adams won't say how many seats SF will end up with, he had hoped for 7. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
378 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9383 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 27th May 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
RTE News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Fianna Fail's B Ahern has won the most seats in the new Dail but he favours a coalition with the Progressive Democrats and like minded independents, negotiations will now begin, film report has slight sound fault at the beginning, has an interview with B Ahern on his coalition alternatives, then Green Party leader Trevor Sargent gives his views on a possible FF coalition, but Fine Gael's Enda Kenny with Labour has 71 seats and he says he might yet form a government with the Greens or the Pds, he comments on his reaction to his increased mandate, up by 20 seats but Labour's Pat Rabbitte says although the result is close FF have the upper hand. The PD leader Michael McDowell lot his seat in the Dail and the PDs have asked Mary Harney to take over, the PDs have 2 seats, there are 5 indep TDs in the new Dail and they maybe the king makers in the 30th Dail. Film report with Ind TD's Jackie Healy-Rae comments, then Finian McGrath's views, followed by Ind TD Tony Gregory's comments and PD's Noel Grealish. The next report looks at the state of the parties with all votes counted, FF 78, FG 51, Lab 20, PDs 2, GP 6, SF4 and Inds 5. The long count of the election ended today in Leix-Offaly after 39 hrs counting, a film report reviews the result with Brian Cowan topping the poll with 19 votes, also elected was FF's Martin Mansergh and Ind Seamus Healy. M Mansergh gives credit to his role in the Northern peace process for his victory, then RTE's political correspondent David McCullagh gives his analysis of the likely coalition possibilities for Fianna Fail, he also says Enda Kenny can't really get the numbers he needs without involving the 4 SF TDs and he won't do that. (6pm Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9384 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 28th May 2007 | Duration: |
60 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Hillsborough Revisited | ||
Description: |
This programme is a history of Hillsborough since 1650 with contributions from the British Prime Minister,Tony Blair and the Northern Ireland Secretary of State Peter Hain. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
379 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5536 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 28th May 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins 13 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Hillsborough Revisited | ||
Description: |
This programme gives a history of Hillsborough Co Down which the British government now uses as the official hoe of the NI Sec of States, it's also featured in many of the inter party political talks during the peace process and at various social functions for the "Great and the Good" in NI. The programme begins with a vox pop of some of these people. The programme is presented by Wendy Austin, she begins by telling the history of Hillsborough Village founded 400 years ago by Sir Arthur Hill, who built Hillsborough fort in 1650, to protect the road from Dublin to Carrickfergus, Hill family became the Earls of Hillsborough then the Marquis of Downshire, the present Lord Downshire says his family motto is "Through God and the sword I have obtained". William of Orange stayed at the house on his way to the Boyne in 1690, Hillsborough was sold by the Hill family to the British government in 1922 as the governor's residence. Former NI Secretary Peter Mandelson recalls its role in diplomacy and talks over the last 30 years, his period was 1999-2001, then Tony Blair recalls G Adams and M McGuiness coming to Hillsborough. Film clip shown, after an IRA decomm statement, then SF's G Adams comments. David Anderson the Household Manager explains the dress code for functions at Hillsborough, he says they try treat all the guests like Kings and Queens, he comments on greetings he uses like Excellency or your grace, then Peter Hain the current NI Sec and Peter Mandelson praise the Hillsborough Staff, then using old film clips Wendy Austin talks to David Anderson about the Royal visits over the years, then Wendy Austin talks to former NI Sec Peter Brooke as he returns for a look around followed by Lord Hurd's recollections he was NI Sec 1984-85, both men recall how much they enjoyed living and working there, as does Patrick Mayhew NI Sec 1992-97, who called it home, he stayed there 3 weekends out of 4 with his family. Wendy Austin then visit's the Secretary of State's kitchen in his apartment. Followed by Tony Blair story about one session of late night talks when he was told the UUP's Ken Magennis had taken to bed, then Hurd remarks on the trees in the gardens, while P Mayhew recalls walking in the gardens for exercise, P Hain says G Adams helped himself to the odd scrub from the gardens, Adams admits gathering seeds when Mo Mowlam was NI Sec, while P Mandelson recalls his dog 'Bobby' giving G Adams a plastic baton round, then Jon Norton, Mo Mowlam's widower and Peter Hain recall their first visits to Hillsborough and their impressions followed by Peter Brooke memories of Christmas dinner and the use of the drawing room, he talks highly of the house staff, then Joan Wylie of the house staff talks about her job, followed by film of D Anderson setting the clocks then Margaret Wood on cleaning the cutlery and taking care of the silver. Wendy Austin and Peter Brooke then visit the Throne Room as a film clip shows Queen Elizabeth in it, Joan Norton recalls Mo and Ted Kennedy in the throne room. Peter Hain recalls playing football with his grandson in the throne room and G Adams admits sitting on the throne also, he jokes the flush didn't work, then Mary Peters recalls being in the throne room, Jon Norton says Mo likes to invite people to fill the 23 rooms. M Peters recalls one of these weekends, D Anderson then recalls planning for Archbishop R Eames retirement dinner, the office manager Jean Law describes sorting the seating arrangements. Film clip shows the staff preparing the table, then Jean Law gives duties to the security staff, then Wendy and Peter Hain visit the Lady Grey room where Hain says crucial negotiations took place, they examine the satirical chess pieces of NI politicians. Wendy then shows a 2003 film clip of Tony Blair and G Bush standing at the Grenville Gate, Tony Blair recalls Bush's impressions of that garden, then film clip shows the NI Summit at Hillsborough press conference in 2003, with Bush speech and then Blair recalls what the meeting was all about, and its symbolism, Jean Law recalls her duties during the visit the Bush entourage, then staff member Shirley Harrison recalls meeting Bush over the road in the village pub, Derek Patterson recalls P Mayhew putting in a whiskey, then Mo Mowlam story, film clip shows Mo, NI Sec 1997-1999 leaving the job being replaced by P Mandelson, who recalls getting the job and reaction. Jon Norton recalls Mandelson and his partner Ronaldo, coming to their house, publican D Patterson says Mandelson and friend didn't feel relaxed in his pub, and he went to the Hillside Pub. Back to Douglas Hurd who comments on the level of protection at Hillsborough. Wendy Austin says the British government took over in NI from March 28th 1972, film clip shown of internment and Bloody Sunday and Faulkner at Stormont, plus other film of bomb attacks including the Brighton Bomb, which was followed in 1985 by the signing of the Anglo Irish Agreement at Hillsborough, with unionists protesting outside, more film clips shown including M Thatcher's comments on the Agreement, then Garret Fitzgerald's views, Publican Derek Patterson recalls the unionist demos in Hillsborough, by the Third Force (DUP's private army) more film clips of Paisley, G Campbell, G Seawright etc including film of Tom King being jostled outside Belfast City Hall, Tom King recalls the incident, as does P Mayhew and D Hurd, then film clip of news report from 11/2/00 shows NI Sec P Mandelson closing Stormont Executive down when IRA decomm didn't happen, he recalls the fury of nationalists, Dublin and Clinton, then T Blair recalls that incident, Mandelson says it infuriated him when Tony Blair sometimes over promised things to one side or another. Peter Mayhew says he never despaired of what was happening here, and he missed being NI Sec after his stint ended, 1989-92. Going back in history Wendy Austin tells the story of how US Envoy Benjamin Franklin met Lord Hillsborough Sec of State for the Colonies in the 1770s, Lord Downshire takes up the story and P Mayhew contributes, the meeting eventually led to the American rebellion, then Lord Downshire explains the monument in Hillsborough to the 3rd Marquis of Hillsborough, Wendy Austin then invites people from Hillsborough to give their personal memories of Government House. Firstly Vera Jellie who worked there from 1939-42, then Rita Clark who worked there from 1969 to 1972, that's followed by current Head Chef Colwyn McCarthy describing the menu she's working on for that evening's ceremony, with D Anderson's comments on who's going to be serving the food and at what particular station, then back to the kitchen for more cooking hints from the Head Chef, the film crew then shows the house's wine cellar, as Patrick Mayhew recalls hospitality in his stint as NI Sec, 1992-97 involving wine stories with visitors. As the time arrives for the Lord Eames dinner D Anderson sorts out the staff rota, P Hain says people enjoy Hillsborough, it brings people together, it's Tues 5th Dec 2006, the Eames dinner is close to starting. Hain talks about the informality of the household, the dining room is ready, current Lord Downshire then recalls the famous Downshire parties in the house in the C19th, once in 1837 they entertained 4000 guests, meanwhile the guests begin to arrive for the Eames dinner. While Jon Norton recalls Mo Mowlam inviting the entire cast of the Rocky Horror Show in Belfast back to Hillsborough and the party that followed to dawn, back to Eames dinner then and Archbishop Eames comments on his other visits to Hillsborough, then the dinner begins, G Adams cracks a joke about competition for saying Grace, Patrick Mayhew recalls a dinner held for NI Judges, in which an alarm button was set off accidentally. Lord Downshire comments on the future of Hillsborough, while Eames says the house is a symbol of how far NI has progressed, then T Blair says the house occupies a special place for people of NI. | ||
DVD No. |
D06930 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9386 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 29th May 2007 | Duration: |
35 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
The Last Post | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles the ending of the British Army's operations (MISSING) in Northern Ireland. Solders who served here recall injuries and cost comrades. 700 British soilders died in Northern Ireland. General M. Jackson comments on Blooky Sunday saying innocent people died there. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
379 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5537 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 29th May 2007 | Duration: |
34 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
The Last Post | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Kevin Magee this programme deals with the ending of the British/Army's Operation Banner in N Ireland which for almost 40 years saw British troops support police on the streets of N Ireland. Programme begins with Scottish soldier Hugh Campbell Mackie's story of his time in NI, he was in the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders from 1967, he's from a Catholic family of 8, his first posting to NI was in 1972, film clips of bomb blasts shown, he says the IRA weren't soldiers as they didn't wear uniforms. In Sept 1972 a 500lb landmine exploded under a Saracen armoured car near Dungannon, film clip shown. Hugh Mackie was in the Army's Recovery Team sent to find out what happened, he recalls the scene, film clip shows blood everywhere, he recalls the screams and finding 3 soldiers dead, one of the wounded he pulled from the wreck was his friend George Colins, photo shown, George's wife Joy, in Glasgow recalls having the feeling something had happened even before she was told, when she saw him she couldn't recognise him, except for a tattoo on his arm, he survived but had brain damage, his wife has looked after him for 35 years. Joy details the daily effects of his injuries, on her and their 2 daughters, Joy recalls a time when she hated all the Irish but new she just hates those who done it. Hugh Mackie hasn't visited his friend in 35 years, he explains why. Kevin Magee says the Army refused to take part in the programme, he reveals over 250,000 service men past through NI, since 1969 more than 700 died, he visit's a memorial in England to the army's dead. Kevin Magee then visits Rita Restorick in her home, her son Stephen was killed by an IRA sniper in 1997, she recalls the sense of loss which is still with her, he was the last solder killed in NI, a film clip shows Rita Restorick giving G Adams a Xmas card outside Downing St, she became part of a campaign to end the killings in N Ireland. A further clip shows her visiting Bessbrook in NI, in an interview she says she understands Stephen's killer motivation, John Restorick explains his disappointment with the government and the Army since Stephen's death, he says the MOD and politicians have washed their hands of their dead soldiers, she recalls the Sunningdale Agreement of 1973, the year Stephen was born, she wants Stormont to work but is disappointed one of those politicians said no, no, no all the time. From Aug the NI garrison will be cut to 5000 soldiers in contrast in 1977, the year of the Queen's Silver Jubilee 32000 were on duty, one of those was Newcastle man Bob Harker, 3rd Batt Light Infantry, he recalls why he joined, he was posted to West Belfast, film clip of riot shown, his regiment lost 2 soldiers in their first 12 hours in Belfast, film clips of violence shown, then Bob recalls being shot by a sniper and surviving, Bob descries his disillusionment with the Army's role in NI, he says they became part of the problem and explains why, he felt he had more in common with Ballymurphy people than the officers who commanded him. Once a civilian he joined a campaign to have plastic bullets abolished. K Magee then visit's a monument to Carol Ann Kelly who was a plastic bullet victim in Twinbrook, a news report from the time shows her mother Eileen's reaction to the Army, Bob Harker was moved by the family situation and recalls wanting to give the family his NI service medal, as a protest against the killing. Probably the most dangerous place for the British/Army was Sth Armagh, the locally recruited UDR lost more troops than any other regiment. Kevin Magee visits the Sienanne army base memorial, Roberta Norton recalls 31-5-91 when a bomb killed 3UDR men, one was her father Robert Crozier, Raetha Hassan recalls telling her friend Agnes her husband was dead. Roberta says you have to move on for the sake of your own children but the pain of loss is with you every day, she recalls living constantly under threat and her father's security awareness, she recalls why he joined the UDR. Kevin Magee then details some of the nationalist communities concerns about the UDR and how it was replaced by the Royal Irish, Roberta saw this as betrayal, Raetha Hassan was also disappointed, Roberta shows her father's; medals, the UDR loss 200 serving men and 50 former soldiers. Kevin Magee highlights next the army shooting of 14 civilians on Bloody Sunday on Jan 30th 1973, and today's Saville Inquiry into the killings, Lt Mike Jackson was the head of the Army till his retirement last year, he led the British/Army in Iraq and was a lieutenant on Bloody Sunday. In an interview recalls his 7 years and 3 tours in NI, 2 of his 3 children were born in NI. Fondly, he recalls his first tour in 1970, he recalls a feeling that this couldn't be solved overnight, in 1979 he was a company commander in a para unit that took most of the casualties in the PIRA's Warrenpoint attack, he recalls this as a low point of his time in NI. Film clip shown, Jackson says the IRA got lucky but it was a thoroughly well planned attack, he says Army morale was effected, looking back Jackson says internment did more harm than good and was a mistake to put the Falls Rd under curfew in 1972. Film clip shown. On Bloody Sun, Jackson was adjutant of the 1st Batt Paras, film clip shown, he says he has no doubt innocent people were shot that day, but the Army did receive incoming fire he claims, he can't recall when he came to that conclusion, but he won't apologise to Derry for those innocent peoples deaths until he see the Saville report findings. Jackson says NI's problems could only be solved with a political solution, in military terms he says there was no military winners in NI, it could have went on indefinitely the problem was political so the solution had to be political. Kevin Magee then films Hugh Mackie's visit to his former comrade G Collins, he hasn't seen him since 1972 and he's apprehensive, both men greet each other warmly, then Hugh comments on his visit and his reaction to seeing George .. | ||
DVD No. |
D06930 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9387 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 30th May 2007 | Duration: |
17 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Nolan Live | ||
Description: |
Nolan interviews Martin McGuinnes (SF) at Stormont about his working relationship with Ian Paisley. Nolan asks Martin McGuiness (MISSING) | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
379 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5538 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 30th May 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Nolan Show Live | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In this programme the BBC's Stephen Nolan interviews Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness of SF, in an abrasive manner, he begins by asking himself what is McGuiness a reformed terrorist or a serious politician, can he work with Paisley and can he be trusted, the interview takes place in McGuiness' Stormont office and Nolan begins by asking McGuiness, how has Paisley felt about your for the last 30 years, he says Paisley despised him, and he didn't have a great opinion of Paisley. McGuinness is more concerned that they work together for the people, he tells Nolan he does not dislike Ian Paisley, he likes his attitude and approach, he handshake thing is a media thing and no big deal. He asks McGuinness to comment on tomorrow's first meeting of the new Policing Board, which McGuiness calls hugely significant, he's telling people if there's criminality taking place you must trust the police. Nolan then asks McGuiness have you killed many policemen in your time to which McGuiness replies, I was part of the IRA and the IRA killed RUC men and British soldiers and he accepts responsibility for all of that since he was in the IRA but that was in the past, Nolan says he' wondering if he's looking at a killer, McGuiness says you can wonder all you want he's wondering what is happening now and in the future. Nolan asks him if the HET is investigating any murders he might be involved in, is he asking his people to assist the HET, McGuiness replies he believes people have more faith in the Nuala O'Loan inquiries than the HET, he tells Steven he's not ashamed of his past and people can make their own judgements on going to the police about him, he accuses Nolan of twisting what he says, he tell Nolan "I am not a criminal, I was never a criminal". Nolan asks him what would you say to a widow tonight whose husband was shot dead by the IRA, is she entitled to justice, everybody is entitled to justice replies Martin, he recalls prisoner releases in 1998, the Good Friday Agreement (GFA) and the failures to implement it, now we have the best opportunity to do that, and deliver for that widow, Nolan then switches to SF delivering on real issues like water rates, he says can you guarantee we won't be paying water rates, McGuiness says water rates won't be paid firstly there's a review, then we'll deal with things after that. Nolan says SF and the DUP are lying, they'll introduce water rates in 2 years. McGuiness laughs and says he can't predict the future, but the people aren't paying water rates as the parties promised. Nolan asks Martin what he thinks of Ian Paisley Jnr views on gays and lesbians, he replies Paisley was out of order, and he was only speaking for himself. Then he ask McGuiness has he a solution to the problem of young men committing suicide, Martin describes his knowledge of the suicide heartbreak, McGuiness says political leadership is needed to provide solutions. Nolan asks Martin leaving politics aside what's important to you, he replies, his wife, children and grandchildren, his community, the GAA and fly fishing, he tries to get home every night, he comments on his favourite meal and says he believes Nolan would eat anything put in front of him. Back in the studio Nolan takes phone calls from the NI public on their reaction to the interview, all during the programme the public's text messages are also displayed along the bottom of the screen. One caller calls McGuiness a "smiling Hitler" 16m33 | ||
DVD No. |
D06920 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9385 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 31st May 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 30 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, today SF took its seats on the Police Board of the PSNI, film report, on SF's 3 new members, Alex Maskey, Martina Anderson and Daithi McKay, the board has 19 members and 10 of these are politicians, 4 DUP, 3 SF, 2 UUP and 1 SDLP. Today Des Rea was elected to the chair of the board, Barry Gilligan is vice-chair. SF's Alex Maskey comments on SF's role in policing, DUP's J Donaldson says today is a victory for law and order and SF have accepted that, then SDLP's Dolores Kelly says SF have just caught up with the people's views. A report from the Policing Oversight Commissioner Al Hutchinson says there are now fewer senior Catholic officers than there was in 1999. Film report also hears 140 of the 145 Patten recommendations have now been concluded, Al Hutchinson comments on his report, then PSNI Acc Roy Toner comments on Hutchinson's view that the Historical Enquiries Team and Ombudsman's investigations into the past could undermine confidence. The DUP Junior Minister Ian Paisley Jnr has told a Dublin magazine he is repulsed by gays. Film report on Hot Press article with reaction from SDLP's Dolores Kelly and SF's Martina Anderson, then Rita Wild of the Lesbian Advisory Service calls on Paisley to resign. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06930 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9388 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 1st Jun 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 44 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The Queen has visited Coleraine today. Film report highlights the difference in this visit to the University of Ulster and the one in 1977 when a bomb was found, today nationalist representatives were present, film clip interviews a priest's housekeeper who met the Queen, then Tom Stark from Omagh comments, followed by DUP's Ian Paisley Snr's remarks on the visit, then NI Sec Peter Hain's comments, on looking forward not backwards. Then analysis of the Coleraine visit from reporter Liam Creagh with film clips shown of the 1977 visit. Following yesterday's controversy over Paisley Jnr's remarks on homosexuals, he today said the remarks were made in an interview before he became a Junior Minister. Film report on News Letter interview, he says he was speaking in a personal capacity. Today in Coleraine Ian Paisley Snr wouldn't comment on the remarks of his son. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06930 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9389 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 4th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 31 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, in Derry City's Fountain Hill area, Brian McGlynn (28) was shot dead in his house last night. Film report with his father Errol McGlynn comments on his son going back to his hobby of boxing, he says the police suspect that during his job of doing "door work" he's had a run in with someone, then reaction from SF Cllr Lynn Fleming, and DUP Cllr Maurice Devenney. In Stormont today First Minister Ian Paisley made a statement on promoting equality and Human Rights, following his son's comments last week on gays. (6.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06930 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9390 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 5th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Former Senior Civil Servant Maurice Hayes has criticised the Bloody Sunday Inquiry costs and he says he believes it won't uncover the definite truth. Film report from the Tip O'Neill lecture at Derry's University of Ulster where M Hayes spoke, with reaction of Liam Wray whose brother was killed on Bloody/Sun, then DUP's Gregory Campbell's views. In a further report from Tracey Magee she consults some Troubles victims for their reactions, beginning with Alan McBride whose wife Sharon was killed in 1993 Shankill bomb, he says there's no simple answer, no one way to deal with the past, then John Finucane says his family wants a public inquiry into Pat's 1989 murder by the UDA where collusion was involved, then in the studio M Hayes gives an interview on his views, he says he doesn't want people turning over stones every day, he wants people to come to terms with the past, in a quiet way, and not have inquiries "from here to doomsday". He defends his viewpoint under questioning from F McKinney. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9391 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 5th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 35 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 UK |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Robert Marrs History of Britain | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This 3.5 minute film clip comes from this programme and it deals with his view on Bloody Sunday on 30 Jan 1972. It contains film clips from that day, he calls it a shameful day for Britain and a great failure in security policy as after it violence spread in all directions, he then shows film of the IRA bombings in Birmingham. (No titles) | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9392 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 7th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Basil McCrea (UUP) and Niaomi Long (Alliance) discuss the costs of segregation in Northern Ireland and ways of ending it with a shared future. There is also a report on recent anti-gay comments made by Ian Paisley Junior (DUP) and commentators access whether he should apologise. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
379 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5539 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 7th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
At Stormont SF's Minister Conor Murphy refuses to resign over water rates row. Film report on claim by UUP's Fred Cobain his Stormont committee was snubbed by C Murphy over water rates meeting, contains views of F Cobain, Minister C Murphy and SDLP's John Dallat. A second report from Jamie Delargey looks at the review of the rates system here as it is up for re-examination, with reaction from Shankill residents whose rates are to get lower, then Ind/Unionist Cllr Frank McCoubrey's views but Raymond Farley of the Fair Rates campaign isn't happy, then J Delargey summarises the options facing the Executive on rates and water rates, in a studio interview. At the inquest today into the murder of Kieran Cummings (19) from Antrim at the Greystones roundabout 6 years ago, the Coroner John Lecky said Kiernan was killed because he was a Catholic, PSNI Det Ch/Insp Frank Taylor said the Red Hand Defenders carried out the murder supported by the UFV, 9 arrests had been made but no one was charged. Film report. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9393 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 7th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 30 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, the programme begins with a studio discussion between the UUP MLA Basil McCrea and Alliance MLA N Long on the issues raised this week during a Stormont debate on achieving a shared future, when the UUP accused the Alliance Party of preaching from the leafy suburbs on rationalising leisure services and education here by removing segregation which costs £1 billion per year. It begins with Basil McCrea rejecting the Alliance's figures on saving £1b, he calls the whole issue a bit of a red herring in terms of saving money and the saving money shouldn't be the reason for doing it, he says the real money could be saved in dealing with Catholic maintained schools but that couldn't be done in a year. N Long says the Alliance Party has been saying since 1970 that segregation is not the way for this society to go, segregation has cost money but also human lives, division and social costs, the reality is she says is a £1 billion is spent shoring up segregation and that must be tackled, she rejects B McCrea's views that this should be tackled all in one year. N Thompson asks Naomi, how will you choose which leisure centre to close, a Catholic one or a Protestant one as surely either way you'll put people out of jobs, both politicians are the problems around this scenario, with B McCrea claiming the UUP is for a shared future he points out they took risks for peace over recent years, and paid a price electorally, on education both politicians agree £400m could be saved if we had no segregated education. N Long highlights work on faith based sharing solutions, and rejects the UUP apparent view of closing Catholic schools, B McCrea outlines his views making change costs money, they argue about concentrating on the economies of education and not the quality of education. In the If You Ask Me Spot, Fionola Meredith comments on the new image of Ian Paisley Snr in the new dispensation at Stormont she compares it to being like something from the TV series Fr Ted, she says Paisley Snr is enjoying patronising "his deputy" SF's Martin McGuiness and cites examples of this, she says Ian Jnr has been slow to catch on to all inclusive message by attacking lesbian and gay relationships, she points out DUP difficulties with the equality issues and mentions DUP Cllr M Mills views on Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans for the DUP in entering government they've found a rights based liberal structure which is in many ways alien to their insular world view. Noel Thompson's next discussion is around I Paisley Jnr's remarks calling homosexuals repulsive in a Dublin magazine, and calls for him to apologise. A film report from Julia Paul looks at the politics of apology, it begins with news reports on his remarks, then Sunday Life columnist, Linda Gilbey gives her opinions, no other minister here would have made that gaff, then the SDLP's Dolores Kelly gives her reaction to the OFMDFM's lack of action, from England Quentin Letts says he wouldn't have got away with it over there, he would have had to apologise. Julia Paul profiles the case of Boris Johnston in 2004 who criticised Liverpudlians for wallowing in grief over Ken Bigley's murder in Iraq, then from 1988 Jnr Health Minister Edwina Curry didn't apologise for comments about eggs, she did eventually resign. The film report then shows I Paisley Snr statement on the issue in Stormont, followed by further comment from D Kelly and L Gilbey. In the next piece N Thompson begins by saying in conflict resolution politicians can give leadership but if the grass roots aren't onboard peacemaking will go nowhere, that's the thesis at a conference in QUB which is bringing together speakers from other world conflict areas. In the studio are QUB Prof Kieran McEvoy, who wrote a recent report on making peace with the past in NI. Suzanne Vos, a life time anti apartheid activist from South Africa and now an MP there, and Dr Phil Clarke who studies transitional justice in African conflicts. All the panel are asked what have they learned from NI's experience over the last few days, S Vos is interested in Restorative Justice Programmes, Phil Clarke comments on the clash between international and local standards of justice, victims should be heard he says. Kieran McEvoy comments on the limitations of the state to deliver justice for victims, communities must be involved in justice and conflict resolution he says, they then all comment on the need for a shared vision of the future, if victims and survivors aren't brought along they will feel excluded and underpowered. They also answer the question does anyone say just forget about the past, dealing with past is the last piece of the jigsaw here says K McEvoy, he comments on different mechanisms of dealing with the past. Programme ended with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9394 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 8th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
0 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
John Kennaway, one of the two INLA prisoners convicted of killing the LVF leader Billy Wright, has been found dead in his prison cell in Maghabery Prison. (10.30pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9395 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 11th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 28S |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Two Scots tourists have been attacked in their camper van on the border. Film report says camper van was also stolen and two men were arrested. At Stormont today SF's Minister of Regional Development Conor Murphy who controls the water rates portfolio announced the terms of reference of his upcoming review, one aspect is funding, another is structures. Film report with Conor Murphy comments then Customer Watchdog Eleanor Gill gives her reaction, followed by views of UUP's Fred Cobain. In Stormont First Minister Ian Paisley took his first Question Time, he said he was committed to equality for all. Film report with his view on his son's recent comments on gays, with reaction from SF's Martina Anderson, followed by Ken Reid's comments. Chris Patten who turned the RUC into the PSNI says he doesn't feel a Truth Commission would be beneficial in NI. Film report on his QUB comments, which also welcomes SF's entry onto the Policing Board, he also comments on the plans for the new Police College in Cookstown. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9396 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 14th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Alex Salmond (SNP) leader is visiting Stormont next week, he gives an interview on his political views on the union and our local politicans. Also, Conor Murphy is questioned about recent flooding events here. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
379 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5540 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 14th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 33S |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines, then Police here are to be given TASER guns. Film report on TASER guns shows officers being trained, then Police Board member Peter Weir's (DUP) views followed by SF's Martina Anderson's comments, then Police Federation Chairman Terry Spence doesn't want too much regulation or restrictions imposed on his officers with TASER guns, then Assistant Chief Constable Roy Toner comments on the Human Rights advice about TASER guns. In Dublin's Dail, FF's B Ahern has begun a 3rd term as PM followed FF's coalition deal with the Green Party and the Progressive Democrats. Film report with Dermot Ahern (FF) views on the coalition, then SF's G Adams accepts criticism of his role in SF's bad election performance. Then a film clip from the Dail shows Green leader Trevor Sargent support B Ahern's nomination as Irish PM, then clip of B Ahern's speech. Then Ken Reid comments on Peter Hain's decision to set up a review body to look at ways of dealing with the past, and victims of the violence, he says the names he hears being mentioned are Lord Eames and Denis Bradley. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9397 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 14th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 51 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson. The first topic for discussion is the visit to Stormont next week of Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond, he wants the devolved assemblies to get together and put the squeeze on Westminster. Ahead of that visit Noel Thompson asks A Salmond what the areas of mutual interest might include, he says a better means of conducting business with London is one thing, on bread and butter decisions made in London, he denies Thompson's allegations he is only interested in improving his image and moving himself onto the main political stage, he says the SNP has creditability, and he can ask questions of the PM any time he wants in Parliament, he's just after efficient mechanisms to create good governance, he says the NI executive and the Scottish Labour Party agree with him, he adds in the Commons he saw may examples of London's rule of NI by Orders ? Council with no debate at all, he wants to stop London ignoring the voice of the NI people. Alex Salmond then comments on his attitude to the Queen's role in Scotland, and Paisley's views on him, that he's a nationalist he could do business with as he likes the Monarchy, he denies the Monarchy is a difficulty for the SNP. Thompson asks him what happened as he used to be a Republican/Socialist, Salmond says he's Social Democrat now, because everybody's politics changes with circumstances. Salmond is then asked if he will be able to push through the Scotland Parliament, a referendum on Scottish Independence, he says that isn't likely but independence is popular, he criticises Thompson's remark by saying there are 16 countries in the world who are independent but have the Queen as head of State, like Canada, and he reminds Thompson he's the first SNP leaders since 1932 to win a general election, politics he says is about total victory or total defeat and Rome wasn't built in a day. In his dealings with NI's ministers he says he will have equal sympathy with both Paisley and McGuiness, he highlights the deep relationship between NI and Scotland over the years that go beyond political differences. Salmond rejects descriptions of him as a political bully or being controversial. In the If You Ask Me Spot, Newton Emerson asks the question is Ian Paisley really a Unionist, as in an Irish News interview he blamed the Troubles on the British Government's betrayal and said Dublin is more generous than London and praised his own relationship with B Ahern. Emerson claims Paisley is really an Ulster Nationalist, he says Paisley's unionism comes not from its Britishness but form its Prot/Presbyterian character, he explains that the Scots were the wobbly leg on a 3 legged stool that makes up N Ireland. Next topic from Thompson is a comparison between the lively Westminster Question time and our own version at Stormont, he introduces a film report by Julia Paul who shows brief highlights of some PMs performances, then Simon Hoggart, a Guardian sketch writer says it has no political significance it's just a chance to whip your opponent in public view, like a matador and a bull, then Tory Ann Widdecombe MP gives her view. Clip of Tony Blair shown answering questions then Charlie Becket of the LSE says it is more than a Punch and Judy show. Clip of Maggie Thatcher shown, then a Cameron/Blair clash, followed by a Paisley clip. Then BBCNI political editor Mark Davenport points out the limitations to cut and thrust in NI's question time. The next topic for Noel Thompson is an interview with Regional Development Minister Conor Murphy on the recent flooding and the government's £5m compensation plan, and their dealing with the flooding aftermath, and future changes to the emergency response, he blames the British Treasury for under investment in NI's infrastructure over 20 years. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9398 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 18th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
State of Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
The Children | ||
Description: |
The programme profiles a survey revealing how the 1997 ceasefire impacted on children here that year. It follows five of these children to discover how the experiences of the older generations have influeced their attitudes, this research was carried out by Professor Paul Connelly of Queens University Belfast. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
380 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5541 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 18th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Building Britian | ||
Description: |
This documentary examines the changing face of British towns. This episode looks at Belfast after thirty years of troubles and its ongoing image makeover. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
380 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5542 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 18th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 54 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then live report from Ken Reid at Stormont where Scotland's First Minister A Salmond met I Paisley and M McGuiness, film clip of his address to NI MLAs, then Ken Reid comments on the election for the deputy leader of Labour and possible cabinet changes in NI Sec of State office. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
379 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9399 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 18th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Building Britain | ||
Programme Title: |
Belfast's Titanic Quarter | ||
Description: |
Presented by Glenn Patterson this documentary examines the changing face of Belfast over the past century and looks at the plans for the major new development in Belfast's Titanic Quarter, the old shipyard area. Patterson begins with the dredging of the Dargan basin, and the building of Queen's Island for ship building, he asks the question have we given enough thought to the type of city we want to become, Patterson then talks to the lead developer of the Titanic Quarter Eric Kuhne about his vision for the area, looking at maps of the Titanic site Eric Kuhne shows the master plan of development and illustrates how he has paid homage to Belfast's past, a computer generation of the plan is shown. Patterson then visits the shipyard office, the NASA of its time he says, he profiles the decline in the shipyard and uses film clips and John Cochrane talks about the areas regeneration and his views on the new Titanic Quarter as them and us. He then visits the Belfast Harbour Commissioners Office and talks to Len O'Hagan about Belfast's growth, in phases, and on Eric Kuhne, he then meets an architect Barry Todd who comments on the Laganside and Titanic Quarter developments, then Mike Smyth Ch/Exec of Titanic Quarter formerly of Laganside, describes his vision for the area, then Prof M Parkinson says Titanic Quarter should be developed as inside the city centre, not outside it, he outlines the mix he feels it should have, Patterson then praises Victorian development in Belfast, he talks to Marie Therese McGivern, Belfast Council's director of development about her views on Titanic's development, then John Dickson Fitzgerald an architect with the contract to design 400 flats comments on the investment and his plans, the new Victoria Square development is then highlighted with criticism of M T McGivern, Patterson says Belfast's make over will be radical. Fitzgerald comments on this, then M Parkinson's views, then Len O'Hagan says they want to make Belfast a major European city, then Mike Smyth and Marie Therese McGivern on the opportunity. Followed by Glen Patterson's views on the revision of Titanic Quarter, it's not a town he see but part of Belfast. | ||
DVD No. |
D06940 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9400 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 18th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins 15 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
State of Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
The Children | ||
Description: |
This programme examines a survey done by QUB Prof Paul Connolly, who located five children born at the time of the PIRA ceasefire in 1997. The five children are ceasefire babies, out of the 24,000 children born that year, ten years on what is the state of mind about living and growing up in NI, it's presented by Declan Curry, he asks has peace changed attitudes or are the children affected by experiences of generations before them. QUB researcher visited 35 schools, surveyed 670 children from different backgrounds. Paul Connolly says the survey shows we cannot be complacent with the future. Question 1 asks have you heard of the IRA ceasefire, various children answer on film. The BBC filmed five of the children from the survey, they are Aidan, Mark, Rebecca, Nathan and Rachel. The first is Rebecca Heaney from Limavady, family profile given, with parents comments on Rebecca and her hobbies. The 2nd child is Nathan Gorman from Ligoneil in North Belfast, family profile then parents comment on Nathan and his hobbies, like his dad he's a Celtic fan. 3rd child is Rachel Ryan from Banbridge family profile given, then parents comments, 4th child is Mark McGonigle from the Fountain area of Derry, his mother comments on Mark's characteristics. The 5th child is Aidan Fullerton from Carrick more in Co Tyrone, his parents comment on Aidan's influences and abilities. QUB's Paul Connolly then explains the objective of his survey to investigate the children's attitude to their own and other community, he uses photos to work out how the children perceive one another, the QUB team tested 700 kids. The BBC now use it on their 5 children, firstly Aidan, then Rebecca, then Nathan, then Rachel, then Mark. The parents got to see the children's choices, it's designed to see if the kids have already shown signs of prejudice and discrimination. Paul Connolly explains the evidence he found, the film shows the children's answers to the questions. The 2nd set of photos shown shows boys and girls in Rangers or Celtic shirts and the 5 kids are asked to make judgements about them. There are only small differences how the children describe the 2 sides, next they're asked to rank the photos and pick who they'd want to be friends with, the QUB survey found they were more likely to favour their own community, each of the 5 goes through the process then their parents comments on their choices. The results for the QUB survey found 20% of Protestants and 8% of RCs choose the Rangers boy as their best friend and 26% of RCs and 9% of Protestants choose the Celtic boy. Paul Connolly explains why. In the next segment the kids are interviewed firstly Mark, who's questioned why he thinks Derry City is not his local football team, he says Rangers is his team and it's close to Derry. His mother comments on this aspect and the dangers of wearing a Rangers top in Derry. Nathan is a Celtic fan, his dad's from Glasgow, he explains his ? on Celtic and the differences between Rcs and Protestants and why they fight each other. Nathan's dad comments. The survey showed the kids a photo of a Celtic and Rangers shirted duo and asked who they thought started the argument between them, the boys were more sectarian than the girls in their answers. Stats breakdown shown, then Paul Connolly explains why. The next question asked is where would you like to live? Paul Connolly explains what this question tests. The kids are shown 4 pictures of different streets and asked to make judgements about the people who live there and then choose where they'd like to live. In the QUB survey 77% of RCs and 73% Protestants choose the affluent houses, then the 5 kids make their choices on screen as their parents watch. First Rebecca, then Aidan, who's used to open spaces, makes his comments and choices. In QUB survey after choosing big houses Catholic choose nationalist estates (16%) and Protestants (12%) the loyalist area. Paul Connolly explains the figures. Then young Mark comments on his fears in Derry before being shown and estate with a Tricolour, he says people who live there are nasty, he would prefer to play in the estate with a Union Jack flying he says, although he says he'd prefer to live there, the people there are probably nasty also. His mother comments on his views. Then Nathan Gorman's parents detail their hopes for him, then Nathan makes his photo choices, he rejects the Protestants area, his father comments, he would prefer to live and play and the Catholic area. The kids then comment on the dangers they are aware of in Belfast. P Connolly says kids know the dangers aged 10 years old. Then Rachel who's from a mixed marriage makes her choices, firstly her mother comments, she goes to an integrated primary school. She make her picture choices, from a less sectarian point of view. The next questions put to the kids is are Catholics and Protestants different? Begins with vox pop of some kids then Paul Connolly comments on this questions purpose, to see if RCs and Protestants live separate and parallel lives, Rebecca's first one profiled, her friend and her are different religions. Aidan's love for Carrickmore GAA Club is profiled, his other comments on his Irishness. Paul Connolly comments on sparking differences, and the implications. In Derry at 11th July, Mark attends a bonfire. In the big survey when asked what nationality they were 58% Protestants, 15% RCs said British, while 51% RCs, 10% Protestants said Irish, with 49% Protestants, 53% RCs saying N/Irish. In Ligoneil Nathan filmed at hunger strike commemoration parade, he comments on this and his views on NI. Then film of Mark in Derry with his mother views on the religious divide here. Paul Connolly then explains the insight the survey has given them, after 10 years of ceasefire we still live in a deeply divided society and our children still live separate and parallel lives, these divisions will continue and be passed down to generations. The parents comment on their views on this possibility for their children's and their hopes for their futures. Paul Connolly summaries his opinion on it. Then each of the children outline where they'd hope to be in 10 years time. | ||
DVD No. |
D06950 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9401 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 18th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 8 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Breaking news, a bomb has exploded near the border at Newry, it's one of 2 devices founds during a 3 day security operation, the PSNI blame diss/republicans. Organised crime here and small time crooks are to be investigated by new team of 60 financial PSNI officers, new sniffer dogs "cash dogs" are also being trained. Film report with PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde's comments, then Det/Superintendent Roy McCombs views on crime lords. The Dalai Lama is visiting Derry, his host is Richard Moore (Children in Crossfire), film report from news conference with Dalai Lama's comments on his hero, R Moore, and how other countries should look to NI's peace process. Blair's former press sec Alaistair Campbell newly published diaries give an insight into the peace process talks in NI, he gives studio interview on the "spin" he used to get parties together, he praises the scale of change in NI, he says Blair come up with sound bite "the hand of history". (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9420 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 19th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
40 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
The Hunt For Captain Niarac | ||
Description: |
Undercover soldier, robert Niarac was abducted and killed by the Provisional IRA on 15/5/77. This programme By D. McIntyre is about the efforts to hind his body. The alleged killers are challenged for information. It profiles the career of Niarac and even Martin McGuinness is confronted at Stormont. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
380 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5543 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 19th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
40 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
The Hunt for Captain Niarac | ||
Description: |
In Sth Armagh on 15 May 1977 undercover SAS soldier Capt Robert Niarac was captured and killed by the PIRA, tonight's programme presents the testimony of a man Terry McCormick who tells reporter Darragh McIntyre he was one of his killers. Profile Sth Armagh, 123 British soldiers, 40 RUC men killed in the area, Niarac entered the Three Steps Inn in this area and pretended to be an Ardoyne republican, 30 years ago but the PIRA has not gave up his body. The gunman Liam Townsend was later convicted in a Dublin court and 5 Jonesboro men were jailed in NI for their role in the killing, 3 others were wanted but they went on the run. D McIntyre then confronts L Townsend to see where Niarac's body is, Townsend refuses to answer any questions. D McIntyre then profiles the Army Capt R Niarac (29) of the Grenadier Guards, photo shown, he has a slow march named after him and is honored at the Guards' museum, curator Andrew Allis explains these artefacts, which include a UVF hankie found in his possession. He came from upper middleclass Catholic family from Gloucestershire, Dec 1979 TV interview with his mother Barbara shown on his hobbies, he went to Ambleforth and Oxford Univ, his friend Julian Mallins QC recalls Niarac at college and his boxing skills. In 1972 Niarac joined Guards, that year also Catholic families were put out of Larne, one family the McCormick's fled to Jonesboro, one of them was Irish Champion boxer Terry McCormick, photo shown. D McIntyre profiles the family's WWII army connections in Larne. T McCormick is on the run for his role in the Niarac killing, Col Clive Fair-weather (former SAS commander) recalls meeting Niarac in 1974, at Castledillon, the undercover unit worked under SAS Capt Tony Ball. Fairweather recalls their operations together, including their cross border kidnap of IRA suspect Sean McKenna in March 76, McKenna describes what happened, Fairweather says it's true. D McIntyre raises speculation about Niarac involvement in Miami Showband murder and killing of an IRA OC, a TV clip from Dec 1978 shows Cross. Publican paddy Short recalls how Niarac was well known in the area Fairweather recalls this also and why he went to 3 Steps pub near Jonesboro on May 14th 1977, reconstruction shown, and Terry McCormick recalls that night in an interview with McIntyre in the USA, he believes he's different person now and regrets the events of that night. T McCormick explains the events in the 3 Step pub that evening and "Danny McErleen" singing an IRA song, at 11 pm T McCormick got Niarac in car park, punched him, disarmed him, the gang overpower Niarac and put him in a car, going to Ravensdale Co. Lough, they question him. Niarac says he was OIRA from Ardoyne. L Townsend arrives, beatings continue, McCormick recalls Townsend's role, and his last words to Niarac, he pretended to be a priest and McCormick feels terrible about it, Niarac never admits he's a Brit, McCormick walks away but hears shots, he recalls what happened next. The IRA removes the body, McCormick goes to USA, he later meets republicans who told hi Niarac put in meat grinder. D McIntyre then learns another of the gang Kevin Crilly was back in NI for 3 years, he calls at his house, the interview is filmed, he denies any knowledge of where the body is, but heard meat plant rumours. D McIntyre then goes to Brian Smyth an IRA leader in Sth/Armagh in 1977, he denies he knows anything about Niarac when confronted he suggests McIntyre asks Adams or McGuiness. D McIntyre confronts McGuiness at Stormont, he also denies any knowledge and walks away, later he issues statement. Col Clive Fairweather (SAS) reveals what the army thinks about Niarac's body, it's buried in a bog. Julian Mallins denies finding the body is important or significant, his memory is. Clive Fairweather gives an opinion on Niarac's visit to Jonesboro that night and the risks he took. D McIntyre then visits Jeff Knuffer of the Comm for the Disappeared to assess the chances of finding Niarac's body and he believes the McCormick comments could help. T McCormick hopes his body is recovered, he's ashamed of what happened and is disgusted with himself. He's still in the USA. D McIntyre summarises. | ||
DVD No. |
D06960 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9403 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 20th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
60 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
States Of Mind | ||
Programme Title: |
The Test | ||
Description: |
This is an attempt by psychologist Orla Muldoon to devise a test revealing what Catholics and Protestants really think of each other. As selected questions are put to an audience, most people are found slightly prejudice. In a further report two researchers attend the 12th of July celebrations and two Linfield fans attend a GAA match. The comedian Jake O'Kane reveals how we find out peoples religions here in Northern Ireland. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
380 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5544 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 20th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins 3 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
State of Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
The Test | ||
Description: |
Presented by Declan Curry. This programme follows on from the previous one about NI's children's attitudes, tonight it's the turn of NI's adults. Just how tolerant are NI people, the programme will ask 15 questions which viewers at home can answer using their remote controls. D Curry explains how it works. There is also a studio audience who will answer the 15 questions. The survey is he says entirely scientific, it has been designed by QUB's Dr Orla Muldoon, she's present with QUB sociologist Dr Paul Connolly from Monday's programme. Both comment on the survey's aims and it's design and the terms used under the heading RCs and Protestants. Then the first question, how similar are RCs/Protestants in the TV programmes they like to watch. The audience selects 1 of 4 given answers. Then question 2, how similar or different are RCs/Protestants in the values they teach their children, again 4 answers to choose from. Then question 3, how similar or different are RCs/Protestants in why they find funny, again 4 answers. D Curry reveals 52 out of 100 in audience think RC/Protestants watch very similar programme, and nobody felt RCs/Protestants were very different. Declan Curry then reveals some of the findings from Monday's survey of the children attitudes, Paul Connolly says we still live in a deeply divided society even after 10 years of ceasefires, and kids still live separate and parallel lives, with a strong attachment to their own community. Some of the programmes statistics are shown again, with P Connolly's comments, to the audience after the stats are given. Then D Curry gives the next questions, No 4 is how similar or different are RCs/Protestants in their religious beliefs and practices, there are 4 answers to choose from, then Q5 how similar or different are RCs/Protestants in the way they speak or conduct themselves, again 4 answers to choose from, then Q6 how similar or different do you feel RCs/Protestants are in their political beliefs, with 4 answers to choose from. D Curry reveals 65 out of 100 felt in Q5 RC/Protestant similar or somewhat similar, in way they speak or conduct themselves. Then Curry reveals how the programme questioned the public at Sprucefield,using a physiologists subconscious delay test to find out what the public thought about a word or symbol, they were asked to say if it best described a Protestant or Catholic, the theory is, if you think longer about an answer then your deciding to answer how you think you should. Film clip shows people answering the questions with their comments, then Dr Orla Muldoon says most of 180 people showed some evidence of prejudice or cultural baggage, and it didn't differ with social class or occupation. Then D Curry asks question No 7, how often have you felt sympathy for those of the opposite religious tradition followed by 4 answer to choose from. Then Q8 how often have you felt admiration for those of the other main religious tradition, with 4 answers to choose from. Then Q9 how often have you felt compassion for those of the other main tradition, with 4 answers to choose from. In the next film reports, 2 Linfield fans go to a GAA match, they are called Billy and Mark, they comment on expectations before the game, they notice fans aren't segregated, stand for the Irish national anthem and then chat to pole beside them, he tells him he's a Linfield supporter, they discuss sport for all idea, they both give their impressions of the crowd and the game. Then D Curry talks to them in the studio, then Paul Connolly comments on the implications of sporting segregation, then Orla Muldoon comments on men's divisions issues in sports. Then D Curry gives question 10, do you agree that people who see themselves as Irish are normally Catholic, 4 answers as above to choose from, then question 11, do you agree or disagree that Protestants are unlikely to be nationalist, with 4 answers then Q12, do you agree or disagree that any economic advantage enjoyed by one group in NI is at a cost to the other religious tradition, with 4 answers to choose from. In the next piece, the programme used a "lost letter" technique, they dropped letters addressed to Catholic/Protestant names in the street and watched to see what people done with them, would people post them The first letter is dropped in Sandy Row area (loyalist) woman posts it, in North Belfast you man posts it, in Donegall Rd area man posts it, in West Belfast (nationalist area) woman walks past it, man picks it up takes it into his car. Orla Muldoon comments on the experiment and personal and group attitudes. Then D Curry gives Q13 how strong do you agree or disagree with this statement, Protestants normally see themselves as British, with 4 answers to choose from, Q14 how strong do you agree or disagree, a political gain for one group in NI usually results in a loss of ground for the other tradition, 4 answers to choose from, then Q15, do you agree or disagree Unionists are unlikely to be Catholic, with 4 answers to choose from. Then in the next piece, one group of students takes a tour celebrating Belfast's development the other takes a tour of the Troubles murals etc. The students attitudes are affected depending on which tour they go on, Mark Cresswell and Sarah Allen give their impressions of the tours. Then Orla Muldoon comments on the sense of threat on the Troubles tour bus and how it heightens prejudice. In the next film report SDLP members John O'Doherty and Matthew McDermott join the 12th July celebrations in Belfast for the first time, they comment on what they expect to see and they comment on their feelings as parade passes, they expected more of festival atmosphere and question why the whole city has to shut down for it, at the field they are questioned about Derry/Londonderry, titles they felt a bit intimidated. Then in the studio both say going to 12th made them want to know more about the culture. In the next film segment local comedian Jake O'Kane is challenged to see if he could go into a pub, ask a few questions of people and suss out by their answers their religious backgrounds, which he does successfully. Orla Muldoon comments on Jake's questions and his stereotyping. Declan then introduces the audience intolerance results, the higher the number the more intolerant you are, the audience number was 23 out of 45 or somewhat tolerant. The result for everyone who voted by text or on the web at home firstly by county, the least tolerant county is Tyrone, then Armagh, then Derry, then Fermanagh, Antrim with Co Down being the most tolerant in NI. By age groups, 60 or above are most intolerant, then the 18-24 year olds. Men are also more intolerant than women but only just says D Curry. The Paul Connolly and Orla Muldoon give their opinions on the figures .. | ||
DVD No. |
D06950 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9402 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 21st Jun 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Today is a day of reflection for the troubles victims. In the studio N. McCausland (DUP), D. Ford (Alliance)F. Molloy (SF) and D. Hussey (UUP), all debate the question of 'Who Is A Victim?' and the idea of a hierarchy of victims. Also a report profiles Anna Lo (Alliance MLA). Finally, a review is carried out on how Hollywood might tell Northern Ireland's history or stories of Ian Paisley and Gerry Adams. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
380 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5545 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 21st Jun 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 20 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
An African woman Lordorice Djountsu has been allowed to stay in NI for 3 years after the direct intervention of Home Sec John Reid, her daughter was born in NI. Film report with Lordorice interview. John Reid admits he intervened in the case when asked to do so by M McGuiness (SF) who comments on the case. At Stormont, Ken Reid comments on the report that PM to Gordon Brown had offered Liberal Paddy Ashdown the NI Sec's job. P Ashdown comments on the speculation, with Ken Reid's analysis of possible Cabinet reshuffle. At Executive today recent flooding was discussed. Ken Reid reports with P Robinson's comments, then Reid comments on I Paisley's view he's against soccer stadium in the Ormeau Park. Today is Reflection Day for victims of the Troubles this report features the views of relations of the disappeared, who whom there are 15, report from US Consul's ceremony says 9 bodies still missing. Anne Morgan, sister of S Ruddy killed by INLA in France comments, then Jean McConville's son Michael wants SF leaders to do more. While SF MLA Francie Molloy says the Disappeared are a priority for SF. Portadown Orangemen met the Parades Commission today to ask for a parade down Portadown's Garvaghy Rd, this time the offered face to face talks with residents, report. Loyalists and victims group FAIR are planning to hold another rally in Dublin. Film report with film clip of Feb 2006 Dublin trouble. Belfast community groups here launched a campaign to end interface rioting. Film report on campaign of interface monitoring group and comments of Kate Clarke and Syd Trotter. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06960 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9404 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 21st Jun 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 18 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Noel Thompson begins the programme with reminding he public today is the first yearly Day of Reflection when we should think of the Troubles victims. It's one of the ideas of the Healing Through Remembering Initiative but are we ready for it. N Thompson asks DUP's N McCausland who says it's important we flag up the issue of the difference between those who were "innocent" victims and those who were perpetrators of death. There is no equivalent between them he says. He quotes Shankill bombing and Loughgall, it's dangerous to avoid the moral issue he says. Then Alliance D Ford says there is no equivalent but there is equality in peoples suffering, he feels we shouldn't get hung up on issue some are more guilty than others, he feels a commission should be set up to deal with the legacy of the past, as we need to deal with loss that covers the entire community. Then SF's Francie Molloy calls for reflection of all the victims with no hierarchy, his first victim was Armagh's John Gallagher shot by B Specials, he laments the British government hasn't recognised its role in the conflict. The UUP's Derek Hussey support the DUP position no equivalence between perps and victims, he feels grievances against the state should have been aired through lawful channels not terrorism, with no excuses. F Molloy replies to this SDLP's Dolores Kelly mentions collusion reports showing states role but she has sympathy with no equivalence position of unionist she feels a victims and survivors forum would enable the public to learn from the victims, to help us move forward, v and s should be at the centre of this process. N McCausland (DUP) says SF/IRA campaign was morally wrong and corrupt, he corrects himself to include loyalist killers, the situation he feels is that people aren't being honest about the past so we aren't ready to deal with it, he mentions the role of the Dublin government D Kelly (SDLP) rejects the idea of drawing a line under the past, truth and justice is important for true reconciliation. D Ford (All) calls for panel to review the situation, F Molloy (SF) says voice of V and S has been ignored and they need a forum for their ideas to be developed. D Hussey says B McDougall's report would be a useful starting point. N McCausland agrees with appointment of Victims Commissioner, he feels victims uncomfortable with Day of Remembrance Day in case innocent victims have to stand beside a perpetrator especially in country areas. D Ford repeats the problem is a piecemeal approach to victims issue, he highlights inquiries issue. D Kelly (SDLP) says victims have been left out for last years and special measures needed to look at collusion N McCausland then says he feels pain at seeing people rewarded by the British/government The next film report introduced is a profile of new Alliance MLA Anna Lo from NI's Chinese community. She tells her story, since arriving here in 1974 and how she became interested in politics here. In the If You Ask Me Spot unionist commentator Alex Kane takes a humorous look at movie titles that relates to current Stormont ministers, like Spidey 3, Oceans 13, Shrek 3 and the DUP as the Fantastic 4, or Transformers, then Super 6. Staying with the movie theme Noel Thompson asks can it be long before NI gets a film version, Julia Paul takes a look in her film report, writers Colin Bateman and Stephen Wright assess the possibilities but J Paul says in dramatising historical events, whose versions of the events do you choose, it's here drama runs into controversy. Film critic Mike Catto comments. C Bateman says his duty is to tell the story as he sees it, then S Wright views on this. J Paul says plans are afoot for a film on Ian Paisley and B Sands, J Paul looks then at casting problem, C Bateman feels Rolf Harris could play G Adams, she considers suitable Paisley actors. Programme ends with Tim McGarry's comic taxi driver routine on the week's news. | ||
DVD No. |
D06960 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9405 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 22nd Jun 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 57 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The DUP Minister Nigel Dodds says a new Lisburn Sports Stadium would glorify terrorists. Film report on first signs of an internal DUP split on this issue from Ken Reid, he covers Paisley rejection of Ormo Park, then N Dodds views on IRA shrine, possibility and calls for debate. SF's A Maskey says a political agenda is now at work, the Lisburn plan is for a Conflict Resolution Centre not a shrine. This is followed by a studio interview with DUP Minister Edwin Poots who says they aren't split and they'll stop any shrine at the Maze, he's waiting to view all the proposals for site of a sports stadium. The NI Sec Peter Hain has appointed A/Bishop Robert Eames and Denis Bradley to lead a commission to find the best way of dealing with the legacy of the past. Film report with Robin Eames comments, then Denis Bradley on the problems they face with old film clips. The other appointees are Jarlath Burns former Armagh GAA captain, William John McBride a former Ireland rugby captain, the Rev Leslie Carroll, James Mackie, Elaine Moore and David Porter. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06960 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9406 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 25th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 31 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) here says no army or police will be prosecuted in relation to the murder of solicitor Pat Finucane in 1989. Film report with old film of Pat Finucane and background to the allegations of collusion which became fact in 2004 when Lord Stevens' report issues to government Stevens III found rogue elements in 1980s security forces helped loyalist murder Catholics including P Finucane, role of Ken Barrett, Brian Nelson and Wm Stobie profiled. The DPP statement is shown and John Finucane calls it a cowardly statement which tells victims of the state they'll get no justice. The DPP (PPS) also confirms weapons handed to the RUC by Wm Stobie were given back to the UDA by the RUC and used in the murder of 6 other people, including those in the Ormo Rd Bookies in 1992 and in 1991 to kill Catholic man Aiden Wallace in the Devonish Arms in Finaghy area of Belfast, Mark Sykes shot 5 times in the bookies attack gives his reaction to the PPS decision, then SF's A Maskey calls for an international inquiry into Crown forces arming loyalists. Today the British/Army left Bessbrook Army base in Sth/Armagh for the last time as the base closes. First film report from Ivan Little, shows last 16 troops leaving as UUP MLA Danny Kennedy watches, Col Wayne Harber comments on NI's progress. Film clip shows troops moving into Bessbrook in 1973. Then Lt/Gen Nick Parker, Army GOC NI comments, L/Bombardier Stephen Restorick the last British soldier shot in NI was killed in Bessbrook, 10 years ago. A second report covers the views of Bessbrook villagers to the end of an era, including SFMLA Conor Murphy's views and UUP MLA Danny Kennedy comments. Next Ken Reid reports on the expected departure of NI Sec Peter Hain as Gordon Brown becomes PM this week, and the rumours about who will be NI Sec, and further coverage of the Maze shrine story, with SF's M McGuiness comments on the issue in Stormont. In Nov Al Hutchinson will be NI's new Police Ombudsman, when Nuala O'Loan leaves the post. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06960 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9407 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 25th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
15 mins 25 |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of PPS/DPP decision no charges will be brought against RUC/Army officers over Pat Finucane's murder. Film report says no charges will be brought against anyway else named in collusion inquiry by Lord Stevens called Stevens III. The PPS also confirms the RUC gave back guns to the UDA who used then to kill 6 more people, report visits 2003 comments of Stevens on collusion issue, the DPP excuses for not charging anyone are given, with Alex Maskey (SF) response, then the report covers the role of UDA man Wm Stobie who gave the RUC the guns, who then gave them back to the UDA to kill 6 more people, the DPP says the senior RUC officer who gave the order could not be identified. Then Mark Sykes who survived the UDA's Sean Graham's Bookies attack on Feb 5th 1992 which killed 5 people, gives his reaction, one of the Stobie weapons was used in the attack, his brother in law Peter Magee was killed in the attack, he says the decision is a disgrace, the RUC colluded with loyalist death squads. Next John Finucane gives a studio interview on the PPS Service decision which he calls cowardly and it doesn't stand up to scrutiny, he wants Stevens report published. The Sec of State Peter Hain denies in political interference in the PPS collusion charges decision in his comments. He also comments on speculation he'll not be Sec of State when Gordon Brown becomes PM. Next report covers the British Army leaving Bessbrook Mill in Sth Armagh, it features the last foot patrol from the Mill, and the last foot patrol by the British in NI, Capt Chris Summers comments, mention of Stephen Restorick, the last soldier killed in NI, in 1997. At Bessbrook Army GOC Lt/Gen Nicholas Parker comments on the ending of Operation Banner, because of change in NI security situation NI still has 10 Army bases, it used to have 100 and 300,000 troops served here, with once 28,000 troops based here. (6.30pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06960 | Tape No. |
380 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9408 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 26th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 16 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Local politicians react to the appointment of Canadian Al Hutchinson as the new Police Ombudsman. Film report with profile of Al Hutchinson, however while oversight police commissioner, his report on 31-05-07 about dealing with the past has raised worries for Dolores Kelly (SDLP) and M Anderson (SF) then Raymond McCord comments on the appointment, then DUP's David Simpson's views, then Basil McCrea (UUP). The Parades Commission says Portadown Orangemen and Garvaghy Rd residents are preparing for face to face talks. Film report with Brendan McKenna comments then Daryl Hewitt of the Orange Order, then Parades/Comm Chairman Roger Poole's comments. In the courts Ballymena man Aaron White was convicted of the sectarian attempted murder of Michael Reid (23) in the town in Oct 03. Film report White's brother Neil is already serving 16 years for his part in the attack. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9409 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 27th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 58 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, Tony Blair steps down as British PM and Gordon Brown takes over. Film report from Commons on Blair's last PMQs, Paisley praises Blair, Peter Hain also made his last appearance in Commons as NI Sec. Then analysis from Ken Reid on Paisley's comments to Blair and Blair's NI legacy. In Washington USA, a NI arts and culture show has been launched at the Smithsonian Museum. Film report on all the various aspects of NI on show, with comments of Nial McShea. Joe McDonald, Tony Quinn, then Ulster Bank Chairman Alan Gillespie's views on changing perceptions of NI then Nancy Grace of the Smithsonian comments. Then Dep/First/Minister Martin McGuiness and Finance Minister Peter Robinson comment on why they attended and what they hope to show the USA, then Paul Clarks analysis. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9410 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 28th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 8 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then new PM G Brown has appointed Sean Woodward as NI Sec, he served here before, and won't be taking a wage for the job. Film report with Sean Woodward interview then comments of Ken Reid on the appointment, which may be G Brown's second choice. The DUP's MLA Iris Robinson has challenged SF to do more to stop attacks on Orange Halls. Film report with statistics and Robinson's comments on the attacks, then SF MLA John O'Dowd rejects her allegations against SF, but Orange Grand Secretary Drew Nelson says since Troubles 266 Orange Halls have attacked, and repeats allegations against republicans. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9411 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 29th Jun 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Police officers win the right to claim compensation for PTSD in court case. Film report on judge's ruling there had been systemic failures in treating the Troubles condition, since 1986 with Justice Coughlin comments then Police Federation's Terry Spence's reaction, then police officers lawyer Dorcas Crawford explains why the ruling only applies after 1986, followed by test case Officer Spencer Beggs and his wife Liz's comments, then test case Officer Trevor McIlwrath's views. The PSNI statement on the court ruling, then studio interview with Terry Spence of the Police Federation. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9412 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 3rd Jul 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 48 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(No opening titles) In the Whiterock community centre PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde shook hands with SF's G Adams as both men attended a community meeting to discuss the current Notarentino/Devlin feud in Ballymurphy. Film report on causes of the feud, then G Adams and Hugh Orde comment, IRSP protest outside, then Charlotte Notarentino. A woman buried in Sth Armagh has been exhumed for tests after suspicions about the death in 2004. In North Belfast an Catholic teenager has survived after being beaten by a group of loyalists in a sectarian attack. Film report with Nial Ferrin (15) mother Patricia Ferrin's comments, then views of comm/worker Malachy Mulgrew on failure of CCTV cameras. In Cushendall flood victims will be given £1000 compensation. Off Mizzan Head, Co Cork a haul of cocaine worth Euros 110m has been found, 1 man was arrested. South African Bishop D Tutu is in NI to receive honorary degrees from QUB and the UU. (6.30 pm) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9413 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 5th Jul 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 55 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then the Human Rights Commission here has hit out at the way women prisoners here are treated. Film report on women prisoners sharing facilities with male prisoners and Prof Phil Scraton's comments, then the Human Rights Commissioner Monica McWilliams gives her reaction answered by Max Murray of the Prison Service. The PSNI Chief Constable H Orde says the cost of reviewing cold case murders here is seriously impeding his force's crime fighting capabilities here. Film report also hears Orde say to Policing Board that he wouldn't have recommended prosecuting RUC officers over Pat Finucane's murder if there wasn't legitimate evidence to consider. £14m of his budget is spent on HET inquires, then DUP's J Donaldson gives his reaction followed by views of SF's A Maskey on Pat Finucane case. At the Stormont Executive meeting today DUP Ministers remanded silent on any internal party row over the Maze Stadium plan. Film report with UUP's Reg Empey's comments on Executive plans. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9414 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 9th Jul 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 28 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, photos from Unionist victims group FAIR claim that republicans intend turning the Maze Conflict Resolution Centre into a shrine. Film report with group's Willie Frazier's comments on old prison site, followed by views of SF MLA Paul Butler. Meanwhile comment from the DUP. In NI over the weekend 2 murders took place, the first in Limavady of Michael McGuiness (37) film report says he was beaten to death, SF Cllr Anne Brolly comments, then in Antrim Martin Morgan (41) was shot dead in the Greystone Estate. Film report says victim was recently released from prison on drugs charges. Cllr Oran Keenan comments. Former PM Tony Blair's spin doctor Alaistair Campbell, today published his book on his time at No 10, during the NI peace process he recalls 11-12-97, when SF delegation met T Blair for first time in No 10, the first such meeting since 1921. A Campbell recalls what was said and his views on the SF leaders Adams and McGuiness. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9415 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 12th Jul 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 8 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Today has been the most peaceful 12th July in years. Film reports begin with Belfast which had 134 lodges and 69 bands marching. Grand Master Dawson Baillie however refused to accept the new atmosphere way due to the new agreements Stormont involving SF, SF in government is totally ridiculous he says. Paddy Ashdown the former Lib/Dem leader who's heading a review of parades here, watched then commented on moving parades towards a festival and tradition theme, then Lord Laird comments on festival theme following by Orangeman Jim Scott. Report also points out paramilitary banner to UDA's Joe Bratty carried at the parade. At the field platform Orange Orders David Hume criticised Irish Americans, then Martin Smyth attacked the Pope, the next report covers the Orange parades from Loughgall, where Portadown's Daryl Hewitt comments on Garvaghy Rd talks. In Hollywood Co Down Grand Master Robert Saulters praised the Orange Fest changes. In Dungannon the Co Tyrone lodges marched, and in the NW lodges marched in Limavady. Buses carrying Orangemen were attacked in Armagh as they returned home. In Derry today Victor Kenney (29) was charged with the murder of Michael McGuiness on Monday. In Belfast a homeless man Frasier Sutter (37) was found murdered in Victoria St. The DUP Culture Minister Edwin Poots says there is no split on the issue of the Maze Stadium within his party. Film report with Poots' comments on the Conflict Resolution Centre issue at the Maze. Overnight an Orange Hall was attacked in Claudy and in Dunmurray shots were fired at a house. On Mon PM G Brown is to visit NI, a film report reviews what will be topics for discussion, economist R Ramsey (Ulster Bank) comments, then Sir George Quigley calls for reducing corporation tax. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9416 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 13th Jul 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 7 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In Strabane a diss/repub pipe bomb attack on the PSNI station has damaged the home of Patsy Devine (78) whose 2 sons, Michael And David were IRA vols killed by the SAS in 1985. Film report with Patsy Devine's comments, then views of PSNI Ch Insp Phil Marks, then SF Cllr Brian McMahon. In Armagh nationalist youths attacked buses carrying Orangemen, a family caught up in the attack in their camper van, Rosemary Beattie describes what happened, then District Orange Master Wesley Livingstone's comments. The PSNI have appealed for information on the Antrim man Martin Morgan shot dead last weekend. Film report with DCI Gareth Nicholls comments. (6.30pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9417 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 16th Jul 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 13 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
PM Gordon Brown arrived at Stormont today for the first meeting of the East/West British/Irish Council. Film report from Ken Reid on the meeting and the images of the new political order in NI. Then PM G Brown comments on the corporation tax issue. Then First Minister Ian Paisley gives his views, followed by deputy first minister on the spirit of the meetings, then Irish PM Bertie Ahern's comments, then Ken Reid gives his analysis of today's significance, and the message from G Brown on NI's financial package then business correspondent Jamie Delargey gives further comment on the PM's views on NI's budget and his refusal to grant NI more money, then minor news stories follow. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9418 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 17th Jul 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 48 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Report on landslides yesterday in Co Antrim following deluge of rain with film of damage and comment of eye witness Ann Murray and Petra Woods Stewart, then Bob McKay of the Roads Service, then Uel Hoey at Aldergrove Airport. At today's Nth/Sth Ireland Ministerial Council meeting first minister I Paisley has said the war is over and a new era of politics has started. Film report on council 1st meeting from Ken Reid, and the agenda then at the press conference Ian Paisley comments, then SF's M McGuiness pays tribute to I Paisley's leadership of the DUP, this is followed by Irish PM B Ahern's reaction to Paisley's remarks on the war being over the UUP leader Reg Empey comments the DUP taking 10 years to attend a Nth/Sth meeting, then in the studio Ken Reid gives his analysis of the "remarkable" Paisley/McGuiness relationship, and the business passed at today's meeting. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9419 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sat 21st Jul 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 39 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The first report deals with plans to introduce fines for not recycling in NI and direct charges for bin emptying as is the case in the South. It's an unpopular move bearing in mind the opposition to rates increases and the introduction of water charges. Film report from Rosie Billingham, Raymond Gibson a supervisor binman explains how Belfast Council keeps tabs on who's recycling and who's not, by chips on the bins, Martin Doherty of Belfast City Council denies this is a first step toward direct charging. The situation of bin charges in the Republic is profiled, it's 400 Euros a year for a bin down there. Protests didn't stop it down there, Clare Daly comments then Green Party's TD Ciaran Cuffe comments, then local people comments, but illegal dumping is a growing problem and so has fly-tipping. SDLP MLA T Gallagher comments on Eire's waste ending up in Fermanagh, and says we need an all-Ireland solution. QUB Prof Sharon Turner feels bin charges will eventually arrive here. The next discussion surrounds the future of grassroots loyalism, now that the PUP's D Ervine has died and asks is there anyone who can lead the loyalist paramilitaries towards decommissioning, in the studio the PUP's Dawn Purvis and UPRG's Frankie Gallagher discuss this topic. D Purvis won't comment if she'll be the next PUP leader but she believes the PUP has a future after D Ervine whom she says had a vision for NI and they will work for that. She says the Protestant working class won't be misused again and calls for better education for the working class. Jim Fitzpatrick asks F Gallagher what's the difference between loyalism and unionism, is it a class thing, he says it is a class issue, with unionism suppressing loyalism. D Purvis says unionists have failed working class Protestants here and loyalism speaks for that working class. F Gallagher then comments on differences between UDP and UPRG tactics, he wants a stable society first. D Purvis is asked why didn't Ervine achieve decommissioning, she says that was down to others not Ervine and it's still an objective of PUP, she comments on why she thinks IRA decommissioned and loyalist haven't. F Gallagher says they have a plan to create an enabling environment to move towards decomm. He comments on UDA drug dealers run by MI5, D Purvis is then asked was the UVF doing the State's dirty work, in view of Nuala O'Loan report tomorrow on M Haddock and the Mount Vernon UVF. D Purvis waffles in her answer, she says they have asked for inquiries into MI5/SB use of loyalism, she feels the families of the victims should be thought off before comment is made, she also says any UVF apology to Ray McCord is a matter for the UVF, her appeal is people let justice take its course. (Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D06620 | Tape No. |
365 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9221 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 23rd Jul 2007 | Duration: |
5 mins 26 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, in South East Antrim an internal UDA dispute has resulted in a PSNI officer being injured in the Rathcoole area. Film report says a feud between both sides, Beyond Conflict (the SE Antrim UDA) and the main stream UDA is feared as Carrick violence erupted. UPRG's Frankie Gallagher gives his view on events, today Beyond Conflict disputed his views, denied any feud and offered mediation. A Derry solider Darren Flowers (25) was killed in Basra, Iraq, the 162nd British/military fatality. Film report with DUP's Drew Carson's comments then his former headmaster David Funston's views. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9421 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 24th Jul 2007 | Duration: |
47 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Channel 5 Broadcasting Limited | Channel: |
Channel 5 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
McIntyre's Underworld | ||
Programme Title: |
Mad Dog and Nazi Nick | ||
Description: |
The investigative journalist D McIntyre revisits the exiled N Ireland loyalist terrorist John Adair (UDA/UFF) to profile his friendship with form neo-Nazi, now born again Christian Nick Greger who treats Adair like a role model, as Adair was a hero his. Programme begins with film snap shots profiles of both men's similar pasts and say they have joined forces to become rich and chase women, two convicted terrorists who unite in search of a cause. After titles Adair is shown running on a beach in Scotland, McIntyre says over 20 years he was associated with 40 killings, film clip shows UFF gunmen, Adair says he loved it, he's now living on state benefits, he says he led from the front and got to the top of loyalism, he says he personally engaged the enemies of Ulster. Adair then recalls being forced out of NI. In Germany Nick Greger was the head of a neo-Nazi gang in Germany, he admired Adair career and when Adair was in danger he organised some German bodyguards to protect the Adair family. Film clip shows Adair visit Greger in Dresden prison and Greger explains his men will find this "Jackie McDonald" when he visited Greiger friends he found he was a cult figure to these Nazis, film shows him looking at his shrine. It's now two years later and Adair is back in Germany, he meets the Germans to discuss plans for Nick's release, he's filmed meeting Nick in his house. It's Adair's birthday and as a present Nick takes him to meet a new unit of "UFF" he has formed in Dresden in Adair's honour, film clip shown. The next day Nick tries to persuade Adair to use the new Dresden unit in a campaign against Islamic fundamentalists, both men filmed talking about it. Adair then praises Greiger as a loyal guy whom he inspired and whom Adair says wants to be like him, Greiger tells him Adair could lead a movement in Germany. McIntyre profiles Greiger and Adair's parallel tactics, Greiger led attacks on immigrants and communists, Adair led attacks on Catholics, both men admit these attacks on film, UFF gunmen film, film of attacks on immigrant on Rostock, Nick recalls what he was jailed for, plotting terrorism. Then he went to Sth Africa and joined the White Supremists movement to cause a race war and learn how to make bombs, Nick then went to Angola to buy guns, he recalls buying guns, and how he met a black girl that he liked, and how it changed his racist views. He returned to Germany and was imprisoned, there he says he found his inspiration J Adair, news clips on Adair shown, up to the Good Friday Agreement. Adair comments on the war being over, he says 'C' company was the UDA's SAS, he says his decomm offer was refused. A Scots loyalist Jacquie "Wild Cat" Irvine tells McIntyre there's a contract out to kill Adair. In Bolton Adair's family home was shot at, Adair explains why Greger is banned from the UK. Then Greiger introduces men who are going to Scotland to protect Adair, they walk along the seafront. Adair comments, then the German's call him their role model, they are filmed at a paint gun shoot, then Adair gives the Germans advice on how to deal with informers, kill them he says. Meanwhile Adair visits Greiger again in Germany. Nick now claims to be a born again Christian and says he renounced his Nazi past, he says he got a sign to go to Uganda and build an orphanage and name it after Adair, he asks Adair to go with him in March. McIntyre reveals Greiger is really interested in getting blood diamonds, Greiger recalls having diamond trader before, before leaving for Uganda he visit's a prostitute, then at the airport he talks again about doing God's work on an orphanage in Uganda. Adair to is evangelical about the Uganda trip, then in Uganda with a new girlfriend Nick is filmed in orphanages, but he contacted the Russian mafia and looked at the Blood Diamond possibilities, Uganda war lords offer him a consignment of gold nuggets, film clip shown. Then Adair filmed leaving for Africa, but he can't find Nick who's not answering his phone. Adair goes white water rafting as the search for Nick continues, as political unrest erupts in this Ugandan town. Film clip shown, Adair then follows Nick's footsteps to a guest house he used. Nick and his Russian contact have disappeared, he gets the Russian's phone number but gets no answer. Adair phones Carson in Germany but they have no information on Nick, to relax Adair visit's the local gun club he talks about paramilitary guns used in Belfast, he gets excited as he fires a rifle shouting "show no mercy". Finally he gets a response from Nick on the phone, Nick tells him he was in Tanzania and had a serious problem, he tells Adair he's getting married to a 20 year old girl he's just met, Adair's invited to the wedding in Tanzania, both men meet on film. Nick tells Adair his Russian contact had been murdered and he was forced to leave Uganda in a hurry. Nick laughs about it and say he couldn't trust his Russian friend and a German friend deserted him. Nick introduces his bride to be, Adair shows off his scars on his body to another diamond dealer, then film of the wedding ceremony, Nick returned to Germany with his wife and Adair returns to Scotland. | ||
DVD No. |
D07000 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9446 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 1st Aug 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 33 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
After rioting in Bangor inspired by the UDA the PSNI Chief Constable H Orde says the UDA shouldn't even get 50p in government funds. Film report an overnight violence in Kilkooley estate, as police searches continue against UDA drug dealers, 7 shots were fired at police, then H Orde's comments, followed by views of UPRG's F Gallagher who denies UDA involvement, or that the UDA gets government funds, then Mark Gordon, Kilkooley comm/workers views, who denies shots were fired, but PSNI Ch/Superintendent Graham Shiels insisted a gunman fired 4 shots. In a second report violence in Carrick is recalled last week and questions are asked about the conflict transformation grants the government hoped to put into loyalist area. With comments of Bangor's Mayor Stephen Farry (All) the Nth/Down UUP MP Sylvia Hermon's views, and DUP's Peter Weir, followed by SF's M McGuiness on UDA violence. Minor news item, on train accident then report from Portstewart n funeral of L/Cpl Darren Flowers (25) killed in Iraq. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06970 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9422 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 3rd Aug 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 36 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
FAIR's "Love Ulster" rally planned for Dublin is called off. Film report covers Feb 06 violence at a similar rally in Dublin, and FAIR's Willie Frazier explains why they called off the provocative parade after PM B Ahern says he would meet FAIR. In Carrickfergus the Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan has met residents to discuss how the PSNI handled UDA related trouble in the town last month. Film report with N O'Loan's comments, then the minister for Social Development M Ritchie (SDLP) expresses her concern over government funding of £1m to the UPRG as part of a community transformation initiative. Limavady farmer James Craig killed at unmanned level crossing. Film report with DUP's G Campbell's comments. The iconic DeLorean car is to be rebuilt by a Texas company in limited numbers. Film report on DeLorean car worker Joe Murray comments. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9423 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 6th Aug 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then a report on Belfast's political murals says they're important for NI tourism. Film report from Falls/Shankill area with views of Canadian tourists, a Slovenian tourist, an Australian tourist, then independent travel writer Simon Calder's views. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9424 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 9th Aug 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 3 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then a Fermanagh Protestant GAA hurler Darren Graham, who quit the sport following sectarian abuse is to begin playing after the GAA apologised. Film report on D Graham and his UDR background, his father and 2 uncles were killed by the PIRA when he was young, with Darren's comments and those of the GAA's Peter Carty. 2 Irish Guards killed in Iraq. Tomorrow an announcement is expected on the status of £1m promised to the UDA/UPRG by Direct Rule ministers by Soc/Dev Min M Ritchie. Film report. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9425 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 10th Aug 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 26 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Stormont Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie (SDLP) has told the UDA, no guns, no money, her ultimatum gives the UDA 60 days to begin decommissioning or they don't get the £1m government grant. Film report with UPRG's Frankie Gallagher reply. A second report examines the views of other political parties here, firstly archive footage shows UDA gunmen firing volleys into the sky at various events, then Shankill community worker May Blood gives her reaction, then Alliance Party Naomi Long comments, then SF's Alex Maskey's views he criticises M Ritchie's stance. Two loyalists Gary Ross (30) from Forthriver Pk and Robert Rice (21) from Roosevelt on charges of intimidating a Polish man in Belfast. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9426 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 13th Aug 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 56 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then the PSNI have begun an advert campaign in North Belfast to encourage people to give information about the murder of Catholic Thomas Devlin (15) 2 years ago by loyalist youths. Film report covers PNSI/Devlin parents press conference, with reaction from the PUP's Billy Hutchinson to the parents criticism of Irish PM B Ahern cash donation to the Mount Vernon community then the PSNI Dr I Nick McCaw's comments, SDLP MLA John Dallat has been warned of loyalist death threats against him. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9427 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 20th Aug 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then a Canadian tourist was told by a local bus company worker that "Derry" doesn't exist here, just Londonderry. Film report but firstly report from Carrick on internal UDA feud attack on homes, with Kerri Hagan's and then UPRG's F Gallagher's comments. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9428 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 27th Aug 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 55 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
West Belfast man Colm Kane (21) killed in car accident. Film report with PSNI Insp Mark Roberts comments. Speculation that former Irish PM A Reynolds may chair talks between Orangemen and Garvaghy Residents have been denied by the Parades Commission. Film report on the expected upcoming talks. Dist/Master D Hewitt says A Reynolds would be someone they could work with, then SF's M McGuiness views on the talks situation. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9429 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 28th Aug 2007 | Duration: |
6 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In Mayobridge, Co Down a husband and wife Andrew and Caroline Keeley were found dead with gunshot wounds, the PSNI suspect murder/suicide, he was a social worker she was a part time PSNI officer. Film report with SF Cllr M Murphy's reaction. The UDA is denying it was involved in a tarring and feathering attack in Sth/Belfast's Taughmonagh Estate. Film report with UPRG's F Gallagher's views and photos of the victims, then UUP Cllr Bob Stokes views followed by Alliance party's David Ford. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9430 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 31st Aug 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 11 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then film report on the funeral of PSNI officer Caroline Kewley, killed by her husband in Sth Down. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9431 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 4th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
43 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
The Border | ||
Description: |
This documentary examinses the significance of today's north/south border in 21st century Ireland of peace process and European intergration. It has comments from politicans, A. Foster (DUP), Danny Kennedy (UUP), Conor Murphy (SF), Dermot Ahern (FF) and W. Frasier (MISSING). | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
381 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5546 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 4th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then politicians M McGuiness (SF) and J Donaldson (DUP) have arrived back from Finland after attending talks aimed at ending the violence in Iraq, they succeeded in getting Shiite and Sunni factions from Iraq to sign up to certain peace principles. Film report with J Donaldson comments then M McGuiness (SF) and the PUP's Billy Hutchinson, then delegate Quinton Oliver's views. In the courts 2 Lurgan men, on a RIRA mortar charge, Sean McConville (21) and Gary Toman were refused bail. Film report. In sports segment, DUP Minister Edwin Poots says there has to be a single sports stadium built in NI, n an interview he answer questions on the issues around the problems facing the new stadium, and the options facing his department presently. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9432 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 4th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
51 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Border | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme examines the contemporary significance of the border between N Ire and the Republic today in 21st century Ireland, a time of peace process and European integration. It begins with Cathal McCall the narrator giving details of the 350 mile border and it elusive nature when you go looking for it, he lists the pointers to finding it, different flags and different road signs, then DUP's Arlene Foster explains why the border is not an abstract thing for her, her RUC father was shot in his border home and wounded when she was just 8 years old. Then the UUP MLA Danny Kennedy calls the border a comfort, for him, it's a cherished point of difference he says, for SF's MLA Conor Murphy the border is an imposition, FAIR's Willie Frasier (Unionist) says he has an inbuilt alarm warning him when he crosses the border. For Irish Foreign Affairs Min Dermot Ahern the border has changed over his lifetime, from 1930s to 1990s the border was a barrier between Nth and Sth an stifled cross border interaction says C McCall, it became synonymous with alienation fear and violence he says. Conor Murphy (SF) details the post 1969 military occupation of Sth Armagh, which still exists even with years of PIRA ceasefire. Wm Frasier feels Unionists now have no security in Sth Armagh he says loyalist paramilitaries wanted to shoot republicans in Sth Armagh in the 80s/90s but ordinary unionists said not to their plans, as Sth Armagh Unionists believe in upholding law and order he says, he claims his people were murdered for being Protestant not because they were in the security forces. C McCall then tells of IRA Vol Seamus McElwain from Scotstown, arrested in 1981 and sentenced to life for killing security forces, he got 4000 votes in the Republic's election and escaped from the Maze in 1983, he was shot dead by the SAS in 1986. Film clip of his funeral shown, he then tells of Columba McVeigh (17) killed in 1975 by PIRA and secretly buried in border area, then FAIR's Wm Frasier outlines his group's post conflict aims, he rejects all violence he says. In Crossmaglen a heartland of republicanism, C McCall asks is republicanism the force it once was, Catriona Mullan form the Irish Central Border Area network highlights the visual changes in the area with border roads now reopened, creating stability which brings opportunity for economic growth. C McCall then looks at the current economic situation in Newry. Fearghal McCormick of FPM Associates say Newry and Dundalk are booming over the last 5 years and he predicts this will strengthen in the future, with cross border trade increasing 50% per annum in recent years. Then Dermot Ahern talks about his government's National Development Plan and their hopes for cross border trade in medium to long term, they intend also investing resources in NI, to grow border trade, which was stunted by the Troubles, A Foster (DUP) welcomes Southern funding and says it has no effect on sovereignty issue, as that's settled now. F McCormick highlights the need for an all island economy approach from both governments, he outlines how far this could grow, he feels there's no better time to live in Ireland then now. Then C Mullan says Newry and Derry have maintained a connection with their hinterland across the border, with more disconnection being felt in rural areas she outlines now, she highlights Derry/Letterkenny's critical mass to drive the region forward. Cross border fuel purchases are profiled and he Kyoto Treaty downside for the Republic, Nth/Sth tax and currency differences mean smuggling exists. C McCall asks C Murphy about Republican fuel smuggling activities, he replies smuggling is a border activity not confined to any one group or class of people. C McCall then visits Glaslough where the film Middletown was shot, it deals with the issue of fuel smuggling, clips shown, in the 1960s, Brian Kirk the Director explains the story line, and its aims. In the real Middletown village, C McCall asks is today's border still a barrier. In 1999 an Irish government convey went to Armagh to promote Nth/Sth co-operation within a year Middletown RUC base was closed, the border was being changed from barrier to bridge. D Ahern comments on Nth/Sth councils work to date, and how the parties perform, DUP's A Foster then comments on this work and working together, East/West and Nth/Sth. C Mullan calls the Nth Sth co-operation as crucial, she mentions consumer rights issues, the SDLP's M Durkan says the EEC provides the framework for working across borders like the removal of Customs Posts and the creation of a single market and providing cross border funds. A Foster (DUP) sys the EEC has played a role in the physical context of the border. An old film clip shows Paisley lambasting the South, at City Hall in 1986, his never, never speech now Paisley visits Ahern, his modern words are different. M Durkan (SDLP) comments on the DUP's changes then C Mullan comments on unionism views on cross border work, then D Ahern warns of danger of EEC thinking all is settled now, then C Mullan comments on cross border logistics and community support for it. Then Wm Frasier gives his view on funding issue, he says "truthfulness" is important on Nth/Sth talks. D Ahern and Frasier mention border people who won't visit the other side. Next Mary Mulvey of Greenbox explains their eco-cultural scheme to enhance tourism in the border areas and the work they do, she admits they rely on EEC funding, then Gordon Speer of Border Arts explains their work in cross border festivals which has grown significantly. C McCall visits the bridge blown up in 1972 which joined Fermanagh and Leitrim, he explains the hardship it gave locals including economic decline, after ceasefire in 1994 the bridge was rebuilt with EEC funding in 1999, today it's a symbol of borders being bridges. SF's C Murphy welcomes a cross border joined-up effort helped by EEC funding, he mentions unionist fears on this as he sees it. Willie Frasier welcomes economic co-operation but not political. D Kennedy (UUP) wants the border to remain as sign of national identity. C McCall then profiles the GAA's role in Ireland, Brendan Harkin explains the GAA's aims an identity, the GAA doesn't take note of the border in sporting terms, he sees foreign nationals integrating into the GAA. Then D Kennedy says cross border activity doesn't compromise unionism or nationalism. C McCall then visits Dungannon to look at changes there, now a multicultural town. He then visits Carlingford a thriving border village. Looking back he wonders what De Valera would make of today's border, not a barrier but a bridge for the whole of the island. (Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9433 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 5th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 55 |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, Ian Paisley Jnr did not break Stormont Assembly rules on code of conduct, when he gave an interview to Hot Press Magazine on homosexuals. Film report a report on the hidden cost of the Troubles in the Whiterock and Ballymurphy areas shows people there felt worse off since the Good Friday Agreement, film report on high levels of unemployment and acute health issues, in the report by Corpus Christi Services 50% of the respondents agreed housing had improved but here was less of a sense of community. 60% felt stress had increased, Joe Connolly the Chief Executive of the Corpus Christi Services explains the findings. A second report from business correspondent J Delargey outlines how bad unemployment is in the area, in Whiterock 200 per 1000 are in receipt of DLA, in England the figure is 45 per 1000, in Whiterock 60% of residents aren't in work, the West Belfast figure is 50%. In courts Northern Bank worker, Chris Ward has been returned for trial on charges relating to the £26m N/Bank robbery I Dec 04. Film report. In the Mount Vernon estate the PSNI are examining a knife found during searches related to the death of Thomas Devlin (15) on the Antrim Rd 2 years ago. The DUP Minister Edwin Poots in an interview says he has no objection to attending a GAA match if the timings suit his schedule. Film report on the interview with his views on Sunday sport, he praises the GAA for moving forward on Rule 21 and their organisational ability. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06980 | Tape No. |
381 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9434 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 6th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 17 |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In North Belfast a pregnant woman was taken to hospital after a sectarian paint bomb attack on her home. Film report from Ardoyne with Fr Aidan Troy's comments. PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde today told the Policing Board the crime figures for NI and the "clear up" rate, he also commented o the recent UDA inspired violence in Bangor and why the PSNI fired plastic bullets, for the first time since Sept 2005. ACC Peter Sheridan says that there's no intelligence or evidence that the PIRA was involved in any terrorist activity. In Derry 3 masked men shot a man in the leg. A malicious fire at the Grove Shopping Centre in Downpatrick caused 100s of 1000s of pounds damage. Film report with fire station chief Mark Watson's views, then PSNI Ch/Insp Brian Hanna comments, then SDLP Cllr Dermot Curran former SF MLA John Kelly, a found member of the PIRA has died aged 71. Film report. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06990 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9435 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 10th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
17 mins 5 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Armagh man Raymond Moore (40) a former RUC man and soldier was killed by a bomb in Iraq. Film report hears he had awarded a bravery awarded. Independent Cllr Paul Berry comments. At the Somme Centre at Newtownards the DUP First/Min I Paisley Snr shook hands with Irish President Mary McAleese for the first time. Film report from Ards then in the studio Ken Reid gives a political analysis of the meetings significance and of Ian Paisley's decision to step down in Dec as moderator of the Free Presbyterian Church, plus views on internal rumblings within the DUP and comment on today's business at Stormont. The 4 main local newspapers have unite don World Suicide Day to call for more to be done about the problem in NI. Film report with Patrick Clarke's views, his brother died through suicide in 2001. Then Jilly Beattie of the Daily Mirror comments followed by PIPS projects Philip McTaggart's views. Then Health Minister M McGimpsey's reaction. Ballygomartin Presbyterian Church in North Belfast was attacked by stone throwers during an evening service. Film report with church elder Wesley McCreedy's reaction, followed by DUP Cllr Diane Dodds views. An education foundation has been set up in memory of the later PUP leader David Ervine. Film report with current PUP leader Dawn Purvis views, then Jeanette Ervine comments. St Malachy's Catholic Church in the Markets is to be closed for repairs to damage done in WWII by German bombers in 1941. Film report on wartime damage, with Fr Martin Graham's reaction, then Paul Maloney of the fundraising committee on the £3.5m cost followed by Dolores Rea's comments. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D06990 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9436 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 10th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
39 mins 5 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Thinking Big | ||
Programme Title: |
Des Doherty | ||
Description: |
This is the first in a 3 part series looking at local people who are at the top in their chosen professions. Tonight it's Derry lawyer Dessie Doherty who's part of the legal team defending deposed Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein in Baghdad. Programme begins with March 2003 footage of US/British bombing of Iraq called "shocked awe" 8 months later Saddam captured, film of him in the dock, then Abdul-Haq Al-Ani of the Saddam defence team comments on D Doherty. Then journalist Eamon McCann comments on Doherty's remark to Iraqi Judges not to become a Widgery of the 21st Century. M Mansfield QC calls him a fully committed individual, who's humble and self-effacing. Then D Doherty comments under the law even the worst criminals are entitled to representation. The programme then profiles Doherty's legal practice in Derry, including representing the McGuigan family at the Saville Inquiry into Bloody Sunday, where he met M Mansfield QC who recalls their conversations. In 2005 Saddam became Doherty client, his role was to advise Iraqi lawyers who appeared in court. Doherty recalls his London interview for the job, and his particular role in the defence team, the legitimacy of the court trying Saddam. In Nov 6th 2006 Saddam found guilty, Doherty was addressing law students in Galway. Orlaith Molloy of Galway Law Society recalls that week, film clip of lecturer shown. In May 1974 the Dublin Monaghan bombs killed 33 people, D Doherty represents relatives of 5 of those killed, film clip shows him meeting them about the McEntee report on the attack, then D Doherty comments on the British/security services involvement in the Dublin/Mon bombings. One of the victims Ed O'Neill comments on Doherty's views on fees, and the Southern government's inaction. Doherty grew up in Derry's Creggan estate in the 1970s, he witnessed the effects of the Troubles, he was an altar boy at the Bloody Sunday victims funerals, he revisits the Church and recalls that day with Fr G McLaughlin, still photos shown. In 1998 Doherty and Mansfield began working together at Saville Inquiry film clips shown. Eamonn McCann praises his work at Saville, then Mansfield comments on their civil rights backgrounds, Doherty recalls the questions he asked on details, then Mansfield says they went back to the drawing board, film clips shown on original statements by soldiers, exposing their lies. In 1972 the soldier who compiled the "short" list was adjutant Mike Jackson by 1998 he was head of the British/Army. Doherty recalls Jackson at Saville on his list. After appeals in Baghdad, Saddam sentenced to be hanged within 30 days. Saddam refused Doherty's idea to have him transferred to British custody. Then film clip of Saddam's hanging is shown. Doherty didn't watch all the footage, his role was now over, he then gives his views on the Iraqi court as court of propaganda and politics, with no judicial review process. He comments on the killing of lawyers and judges in Iraq with a death threat against all lawyers he comments on what he learned at the trial, if you stand up to the US and Britain in terms of world events you'll pay the ultimate price. Filmed playing his guitar, he comments on the injustices of growing up in Derry's Creggan, Eamonn McCann comments influences on Des, Doherty then revisits his old family home in the Creggan, near to the home of INLA hunger striker Mickey Devine, he recalls IRA moving about to attack the army, he recalls a booby trap bomb blast at a nearby house and his father's rescue effort on the injured, a Mr Canning lost his leg, and British also injured. Doherty filmed training in his gym, McCann and Mansfield comment on important influences on Doherty as they see it. Doherty says you must be true to yourself, and do what is best for yourself. Doherty also has a role representing victims of the 1998 Omagh bombings, one such person Lawrence Rush tells why he went to Doherty for help, old film clips shown, he was concerned about the effectiveness of the RUC on that day, Doherty recalls the flack they took raising doubts over the RUC role, but he realises now Lawrence was correct in his assumptions, L Rush comments on his need for justice. Doherty still regularly travels to London where he's still involved in representing people from Iraq, he comments on the atrocities that continue, including one of 7-4-04 in Falluah where a US airplane killed 13 innocent people including 5 children. London lawyer Abul-hag An-Ani comments on the case and the injuries, Doherty recalls the event on the news and it's only one of many such cases, he hopes to pursue justice for the victims. Doherty then comments on how he sees his legal career progressing, but he has no regrets to date. | ||
DVD No. |
D06990 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9437 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 11th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 8 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Stormont MLAs ask questions over Causeway contract to be awarded to DUP member Seymour Sweeney. Film report on background to contract award with coverage of environment minister A Foster's (DUP) decision, S Sweeney issues a statement detailing his relationship with I Paisley Jnr who bought a property off him, the SDLP's Declan O'Loan comments on the case, then the National Trust says it has grave concerns with the ministers move, their spokesman Graham Thompson explains. A Foster (DUP) says he decision was made on proper procedures. She threatens legal action against anyone who impugns her integrity. Travellers at the Causeway Centre comment then a report from Stormont covers the debate on the subject with D O'Loan (SDLP) question, then SF D McKay's question, then in the studio DUP's Minister S Wilson defends the decision, he says the MLAs questions aren't legitimate. An Assets Recovery case in the High Courts has forced ice cream man Stephen Baxter from North Belfast to hand over £900,000 assets. Film report says he sold contraband cigarettes. In an Assembly debate I Paisley (DUP) praised SF's G Adams for condemning attacks on Orange Halls. Film report with Adams and Paisley's remarks, then Ken Reid's analysis. The High Court here has upheld laws that protect homosexuals from discrimination here. Film report on the challenge brought by the Christian Institute, their spokesman Colin Hart comments, then Sean Morrin of the Rainbow project comments. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D06990 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9438 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 12th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
11 mins 35 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A West Belfast pensioner Harry Holland stabbed by youths is on a life support machine. Film report from Norfolk Drive, he tried to stop youths stealing his van, a neighbour Caoimhin MacGiollamhin comments then SF's A Maskey's reaction. 2 girls and 2 boys under 17 were arrested. In the Causeway controversy a first report says yesterday Ian Paisley Jnr said he "simply knew of Seymour Sweeney, but later Mr Sweeney said had sold Paisley Jnr a house, but UTV says Paisley Jnr lobbied for Mr Sweeney, as did his father Ian Snr. UUP's D Kennedy comments on the Paisley's lobbying, then John Dallat (SDLP) comments, as does PUP Cllr James McClurg from Coleraine Council. In a second report Jamie Delargey examines the economic element in the Causeway story, with economist Neil Gibson's views on using a private developer, supported by Frank Bryan of the Institute of Directors. The Chairman of the Police Federation Terry Spence has told his conference he rejects the idea of a Truth Commission. Film report from La Mon House conference with T Spence's message to former terrorists and the to the government, he criticised inquiries into the past and the Police Ombudsman's office, then NI Sec S Woodward comments on having a way to deal with the past. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D06990 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9439 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 12th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
15 mins 47 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Shopkeeper Harry Holland stabbed yesterday dies in hospital. PSNI deny West Belfast is lawless. Film report profiles the Glen Rd shopkeeper aged 65, a father of 4 girls, local Berni Quigley comments, then Fr Tom Toner, then neighbouring shopkeeper Eamon McCallan, all praise H Holland. A 2nd report looks at anti-social violence in West Belfast, Martin O'Meuillair of the Andytown News says the area has a crisis with a criminal violent element, he wants a strong PSNI response, car crime film clip shown, then Gerry McConville of the Falls Community Council asks questions of the PSNI, a victim of youth violence Eamon Cunningham tells his story, then SF MP Gerry Adams wants the PSNI to act against the youths. But PSNI Ch/Superintendent Gary White claims the area isn't out of control, he says violent crime is down by a third. The Irish Football Assoc (IFA) has launched an investigation after 2 NI players, Keith Gillespie and George McCartney had a fight on the plane back from a game against Iceland. Film report with journalist Pete Colley's account, then IFA President Howard Wells promises an investigation. In Eire Irish PM B Ahern has told the anti-corruption Mahon Inquiry he's never taken money for favours in his political career. Film report hears Ahern claim he's waited 7 years to get this chance to clear his name. Then in the studio Sam Smyth of the Irish Independent says Ahern came out fighting presenting himself as the victim of the media. Smyth summarises the 5 deposits totalling £100m which Ahern has to answer questions about. Stormont Finance Minister Peter Robinson (DUP) announced his financial plans today. Film report with Jamie Delargey analysis of the key elements with film clip of P Robinson claim that money is now tight, and touch decisions will have to be taken, but he promises to assist businesses here. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D06990 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9440 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 14th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 42 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
NI footballer Keith Gillespie has apologised for assaulting his team mate George McCartney on the place. Film report with interview with Gillespie. In the courts a 15 year old girl has been charged with assault and affray following the murder of West Belfast shopkeeper Harry Holland. Film report also covers last night's vigil in the area by Mr Holland's neighbours, where Sarah Holland thanked people for coming. Today SF's G Adams met PSNI Chiefs and afterwards he said the PSNI had been warned about thugs with knives, and there was a killing waiting to happen. A PSNI statement said they were pursuing those responsible and two 17 year old males are still being held. A member of the late loyalist Jim Gray's UDA gang, Thomas Matthews has had £300,000 of his assets seized by the Assets Recovery Agency. Film report. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D06990 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9441 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 17th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 57 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, in Belfast a 16 year old youth has been charge with the murder of West Belfast shopkeeper Harry Holland last week. Film report. Next political editor Ken Reid reports on the business at Stormont today, where NI's suicide problem was discussed, a committee is to report to the Executive. Film report includes G Adams comments on the suicide problem. Educ/Min Catriona Ruane (SF) has said the last 11+ will be 2008. In a film clip Ruane comments on her views on grammar schools having their own selection tests. Other issues discussed were more dentists and the Giants Causeway issue. Fianna Fail is to look at becoming an all Ireland party, the SDLP welcome it. In its latest report the International Monitoring Commission (IMC) says it's time the UDA was treated like criminals. Film report with John Alderice's views. The report also says that the PIRA was still committed to politics. The government is to announce a decision on funding loyalist community groups within 60 days having told the UDA to disarm. Belfast's Crumlin Road prison is to open to visitors this week after a £1m refit. Film report with SF's G Kelly's comments, then Social Development Min M Ritchie's (SDLP) views. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07000 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9442 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 18th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
39 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Thinking Big | ||
Description: |
Derry Lawyer, Dessie Doherty talks about his role defending Iraq's Saddan Hussein; his role as Mvc Guigen family lawyer at the Saville enquiry. Also his role in the Omagh bombing case. Plus the Dublin/ Monaghan Bombing Inquiries he recalls growing up in Derry. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
382 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5547 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 18th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
43 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
TeilifÃs na Gaeilge | Channel: |
T Na G |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Seidean Staise | ||
Programme Title: |
Bloody Monday | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles ) This programme profiles the events of 27 August 1979 when the Provisional IRA killed Lord Mountbatten in sligo and eighteen British paratroopers at Narrowwater. Eye witness accounts and contemporary fils clips are used and fromer IRA volunteer Eamon collins recalls the planning. RUC inspector Kevin Burns recalls the aftermath. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
382 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5548 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 18th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
43 mins secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
TNG |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Seidean Staire | ||
Programme Title: |
Bloody Monday (Luan N Fole) | ||
Description: |
(In Irish with English subtitles) This programme explains the events of the 27th August 1979 when the PIRA killed the Queen's cousin and former First Sea Lord, Lord Louis Mountbatten at his summer castle in Mullaghmore, Co Sligo, Ireland, later that same day the PIRA also killed 18 British/Soldiers at Narrowater in Co Down. The programme uses old TV news clips and interviews with eye-witnesses and survivors, and it begins with the Mountbatten attack in Co Sligo, starting with the Mountbatten's butler Pat Barry recalling that day 27-8-79, and the guests who attended breakfast, with Peter Nicholson's (another butler) recollections also, film clip in black and white of Mountbatten with his family, on the beach, then Philip Ziegler, Mountbatten's auto biographer details Mountbatten's awareness of the dangers of visiting Ireland and why he looked to come here. Ziegler profiles Mountbatten's wartime record, rising to supreme Allied Commander in SE Asia and as last Viceroy in India. Film clip of Mountbatten at Ghandi's funeral, then his Irish cook Mary Kennedy recalls Mountbatten looking under his car while in Ireland, then local historian Joe McGowan recalls old IRA activities from the 1920s near Mullaghmore, a local pub landlord Joseph O'Neill takes a republican attitude, in 1979 it was a war situation in Ireland he says, then Liam Carey the skipper of Mountbatten's boat Shadow V recalls working for Mountbatten and his attitudes to his crew. On the 27th Aug the boatman was Paul Maxwell, his mother Mary recalls how he got the job and the events at Mullaghmore that day, when earlier a man had questioned her about letter Paul be the boatman that day. Liam Carey then recalls that morning (27 Aug) as people boarded the boat and the Garda's role that morning. P Ziegler then recalls who was on the boat that morning when it left the harbour at 11.30 am, black and white film clip shows the boat and people on a previous journey 300 yds from shore at lobster pots the bomb was detonated. Mary Hornsey heard the blast she felt instantly that Paul was dead, Liam Carey recalls the blast, Mary says the bombers knew there were teenagers on the boat that day, yet were to kill them. Film of debris on water then local man Peter McHugh recalls the rescue operation to remove dead and injured, a still photo is sown, as P McHugh lists the injuries, then the Irish Times journalist Frank McDonald recalls hearing the news Mountbatten was dead, and covering the story he shows the PIRA statement claiming the bombing. Meanwhile at Warrenpoint, the PIRA was preparing its 2nd attack of the day, ex PIRA man Eamon Collins details the Warrenpoint PIRA operation, saying the same people planned both, the 1st Batt, Sth Armagh IRA, he says in their area they killed 90 British/Soldiers in 25 years of conflict, he profiles the dangers for British troops in the area, and their security bases he also talks about the type of people who made up the PIRA and recalls in the 70s being told never to support the communist movement, and also if they supported the Soviet Union they couldn't be IRA Vols. He then describes how the IRA placed 500 kilos of explosives in a hay lorry at the roadside, reconstruction film shown, then E Collins explains the technology used in both Warrenpoint and Co Sligo bombs, then RUC Insp Kevin Burns recalling receiving the news in Newry of the attack on the British/Army, and what he saw on arrival the scene, still photos shown of the scene, he saw 7 soldiers dead on arrival, other soldiers ran to the gatehouse to hide behind a stone wall, E Collins say this wasn't a hit and run operation, the IRA waited for the rescue teams arrival, then RUC Superintendent Eric Anderson recalls at 16.55 going to the scene to see it was treated as a crime scene, he recalls the scene, as a 2nd helicopter landed a 2nd device exploded, still photo shown, Insp Kevin Burns recalls the blast and its effects. Eric Anderson then comments on the scene and how after 3 days they knew what had transpired that day. E Collins recalls the evening of 27th Aug and the people's fears but he says people celebrated it as a great victory, he repeats a verse of a song about the attack, journalist Frank McDonald then recalls his views on that very long day, and the interviews he done, 23 dead at the end of the day, in the hotel dining room, a singer gave a speech about 800 years of repression, with an ambivalence towards the IRA's actions that day, a film clip then shows a pub singsong of the "Boys of the Old Brigade" by John O'Neill. | ||
DVD No. |
D07000 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9443 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 19th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 5 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
At West Belfast funeral of Harry Holland (65) a local priest has called for more police on the streets. Film report on Fr Tom Toner's remarks and the funeral, then PSNI Ch/Superintendent Gary White said crime is down in West Belfast. DUP's I Paisley Jnr has answered more questions on his relationship with developer Seymour Sweeney. Film report with BBC political editor Mark Davenport analysis of his comments and new revelations around a drift net license lobbying done by I Paisley Jnr also involved S Sweeney and a friend S McLaughlin. The Police Ombudsman's office has ruled that death threats against solicitor Rosemary Nelson were not properly investigated by the RUC. Film report condemns the NIO and RUC, she was killed by loyalists in Mar 1999 in Lurgan, and includes Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan's comments, followed by Maggie Bierne of the CAJ's views, then Euan Magee speaks for the R Nelson family and welcomes the report. (6.30pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D07000 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9444 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 24th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
45 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Channel 5 Broadcasting Limited | Channel: |
CH 5 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Mac Intyres Underworld:Mad Dog and Nazi Nick | ||
Description: |
Journalist visits exiled Northern Ireland UFF terorist John Adair who has become a rele model for Neo Nazi, Nick Greger. Contemporary film clips of Adair is shown and he gives an interview. Nazi Nicks friendship with Adair is examined. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
382 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5549 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 24th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 1 |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Internal loyalist UDA violence hits Carrickfergus. Film report on weekend attacks, a pipe bombing and a shooting with victim Amanda Dalton comments on the shot attacks then Andrew Login who's in the Beyond Conflict UDA faction comments on a pipe bomb attack on his home. Followed by East Antrim MP Sammy Wilson (DUP) views on funding loyalist areas. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07000 | Tape No. |
382 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9445 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 28th Sep 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 32 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, a £600m housing plan has been announced for the old Sirocco Works on the banks of the River Lagan. Film report on 2000 new apartments with comments of Christopher Carvill of the Carvill Group, local community group spokesman Joe O'Donnell of the Short Strand partnership gives his reaction, then Belfast Lord Mayor Jim Rodgers (UUP) gives his views. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07000 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9447 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 1st Oct 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Fightback In Fermanagh | ||
Description: |
A profile of Fermanagh GAA star Darren Graham, who is from the Unionist tradition and who's father and uncle were killed by the Provisional IRA. Yet he gets sectarian abuse while playing. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
383 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5550 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 1st Oct 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Fight Back in Fermanagh | ||
Description: |
This programme looks at the treatment meted out to Fermanagh GAA player Darren Graham, who's a Protestant and who's family is from the Unionist tradition, his father and uncle were killed by the PIRA during the Troubles. Darren from Lisnaskea, born in 1981 says his mother was RC, his father and uncle were in the UDR, his mother Mary comments on his schooldays, Darren recalls taking up hurling at the Catholic St Ronan's PS. Ciaran Carey the coach recalls those days and the two schools co-operation on the issue, then Darren recalls his first visit to St Ronan's and the teasing he received, his mother supports him. As he progressed opponents began to goad him calling him a "black bastard", and other offensive remarks out of earshot of the referee, Darren recalls the incidents as does his mother. In July 07 against Brookeborough, he describes what happens when Darren cracked and walked off, photos shown, the ref didn't hear it, later in a pub he talked to journalist Michael Breslin who witnessed what happened that day. Breslin recalls the conversation with Darren, he was shocked by the abusive language and insults, he wrote the story which speared to national press. Darren talks again about his father's death on Nov 11th 1981, he was the father he never knew and how he feels about the Troubles and his lack of grudges, he recalls further example of changing room abuse over his religion and how the individual later apologised. M Breslin describes the GAA reaction to his story with photos shown of the pitch melee, and how it made the Fermanagh County Board sit up and apologise, but no individual or club was identified in their statements. M Breslin comments on Darren's views on this. GAA President Nickey Brennan says he was embarrassed by the incident and he defends Fermanagh's reaction, Darren accepts his views, and he has resumed playing Gaelic games. Nickey Brennan invited Darren to All Ireland final and 10 P/Sch headmasters from Prot/RC schools, he comments on the GAA's efforts to promote Gaelic games, despite the GAA's history. England vs Ireland rugby game at Crooke Pk and removal of rule forbidding British Army/PSNI playing GAA are examples of the GAA moving on, as is student hurling team in Belfast which is half Prot, half RC. Darren says his old routine is back. Mary Graham hopes Darren plays some day in Crooke Park. | ||
DVD No. |
D07010 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9448 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 2nd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
55 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Get Collins, The Intelligence War in Dublin | ||
Description: |
This programme profiles the intelligence gathering by the IRA during the 1919-21 War Of Independence using contemporary film clips, academics views, interviews with Don Breen and other IRA figures. British intelligence officers are named whose mission it was to stop Collins but had failed. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
383 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5551 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 2nd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
56 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Get Collins, The Intelligence War in Dublin | ||
Description: |
This programme examines the most decisive battle of the War of Independence won by the IRA, not military might but through 2 years of superior intelligence gathering by the IRA under its leader Michael Collins. The programme is done in docu/drama form and begins with film re-enactment of Collins' Dublin squad killing of Capt Bennett and Lt Eames on Bloody Sunday, while one of the actual gunmen, Vinny Byrn describes the assassinations. This intelligence warfare was a new type of warfare, and the programme claims, there was secret contact in 1921 between the British government and the IRA, involving Michael Collins. Tim Pat Coogan comments on the British/Army swoops across Ireland after 1916 Rebellion, the Frongoch Internment Camp, old film clips shown, but few then could have seen the threat of West Cork Vol and survivor of the GPO, M Collins. Gabriel Doherty comments on his role in early days, as does Michael Foy and Katie Drake and Julian Putkowski, on Collins release he begins organising the IRA in Dublin. In 1917 as secretary to the Prisoners Dependents, his profile increases right up to 1918 election victory of SF. At 28 he was Minister of Finance within the Republican movement, behind the scenes he prepared the IRA for war, old film clips shown. Tim Pat Coogan, Michael Foy comment on his planned tactic, when De Valera goes to the USA for 18 months Collins is now IRA Director of Intelligence. M Foy describes his plans in this role, to control Dublin as the priority, M Foy profiles the powerful enemy he faced in the British/Intell system in Ireland. Dan Breen comments on every town having 6 British agents, based around the local RIC stations, the government's political police the G-men are then profiled, Collins saw the removing of these G-men as the key to blinding army units. In July 1919 Collins and IRA OC in Dublin formed a new squad to deal with spies and informers, one of them Paddy Daly's Words are read by an actor, as are Charles Dalton's words, the idea of killing G-men was new and quite shocking at that time, and some of the IRA present were unhappy at this idea. Katie Drake profiles the characteristics of the eventual squad members, as does Brian Land, and they name the squad volunteers, including Paddy Daly, Vinny Byrne. The Collins squad began by warning off the G-men to desist from political work, these G-men all lived in Dublin at this time, so many were beaten up as a warning, then they began killing the more hard core G-men. Old film clips of Dan Breen and Vinny Byrne comment on the killings, Collins was relieved the public's reaction to the first killing was neutral. M Foy and Tim Pat Coogan profile the office in Crow St, from where Collins intell/op was run, in the shadow of Dublin Castle, old film of squad man Frank Thornton hears him describe the role of Liam Tobin under M Collins. Liam Tobin ran the Crow St office he was also from Cork, they searched papers and directories and society magazines for info on G-men, government officials and military people this way they built up files, Collins also had people working in the officers of senior police and military. Frank Thornton recalls the level of infiltration the IRA achieved, one agent David Nelligan is profiled. Only Collins knew who these agents were, the British then tried to infiltrate the IRA using J Jameson, aka Jack Byrne, his daughter Peggy Neck recalls her dad, then Tim Pat Coogan on Jameson, in 1919 he gets to meet Colins, who trusts him but on his release he's able to tell British/Intell that Collins is the chief IRA man, which they didn't know. From then on Collins is the man they want. The British bring down from Belfast DI Redmond to get Collins, Collins decided to get him first, actor used Paddy Daly's words on killing him in Dublin's Harcourt St. The G-men were never effective against Collins after this. Jameson now offers Colins weapons for the Vols, Thornton recalls him as a menace, but Collins has a blind spot on him, Liam Tobin wanted Jameson dead, he's taken to supposed meeting with Collins, and shot dead, Paddy Daly's words recall the shooting. By 1920s guerrilla attacks continue, Gabriel Doherty, M Foy recall the state of the British admin and forces, Michael Hopkinson profiles British civil servant Mark Sturridges sent from London, and Andy Cope, assis under/sec. A mysterious figure sent to make contact with the IRA. Also sent was Ormond Winter, code named O from Secret Service in India, he's new chief of intelligence, on the streets the Black and Tans operated outside the law. Old film clips shown and Tim Pat Coogan and Michael Foy comment on those times, and Collins is hunted. Annie Ryan comments on his lifestyle then, the IRA killings continued, civil servant Alan Bell was one, many British civil servants had to move into Dublin Castle, 5 people in O's office committed suicide. During 1920, the British realised Collins is the man they need to talk to, it's Andy Cope who's the back channel, his contacts were secret but military was suspicious, during a raid they find a letter from Cope to a Sinn Feiner. M Foy explains Cope's dilemma, and Collins view of him but meanwhile the intell/war continued, undercover British agents arrive in Dublin, while Cope talked peace, Collins knew of the agents arrival and whereabouts, and ordered primitive strike to assert IRA domination in Dublin, re enactment shown of 14 killings, it paralysed Dublin Castle, Frank Thornton recalls Peter Clancy and Dick McKees arrests by army and their murders in Dublin Castle. Then the Tans shoot up Crooke Park, Tommy Ryan who was playing in Crooke that day recalls the killings, in Dublin the population was shocked by the Crooke Park killings, meanwhile the British set up the Igo gang with a mandate to assassinate leading republicans. Tim Pat Coogan comments, then E De Valera returns to Ireland, and he objects to Collins about what the British are calling IRA murder gangs. In May 1921 dozens of IRA Vols were arrested after a daylight raid on the Customs House, still photos shown. Emmet Dalton comments, by mid 1921 the IRA was beaten in Dublin, Cope comes into his own at this time. M Foy says he met Collins before the Truce, so agrees Michael Hopkinson. In July 1972 ceasefire agreed, the war was over. Annie Ryan, Tim Pat Coogan summarise Collins position at that time, on the boat returning from London besides Collins and Griffiths also there was Andy Cope. M Foy says Collins was pragmatic, realist, extreme repubs says Collins was flattered and corrupted by the British. After the ceasefire, the Crow St crew came out of the shadows. Academics then profile the civil war stories of Collins crew, the civil war killed M Collins aged 31. Liam Tobin and Paddy Daly fought for the Free State forces, Andy cope lived for 30 years but left no record of his time in Ireland. Dan Breen in an interview praises Collins. Closing phrase "Revolution devours her own children". | ||
DVD No. |
D07010 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9449 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 4th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In the studio, politicons R. Mc Cartney (SF), A. Magennis (SDLP), and A. Foster (DUP) all discuss 'The Devolution of Justice and Policing Powers to Stormont'. Also, the programme looks at Margaret Ritchie's (SDLP) decision to stop funding the UDA groups because of their delay in decommissioning of weapons. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
383 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5552 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 4th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, the programme begins with a discussion on the Devolution of Justice Powers to Stormont which is supposed to happen in May and the effect on this of today's statement by the NI's Lord Chief Justice Brian Kerr that he prefers the justice system to be independent of Stormont. The MLAs, Raymond McCartney (SF) Alban Magennis (SDLP), Arlene Foster (DUP) all give their political party's views on the Devolution of Justice and Brian Kerr's model for a Court Service here, with the DUP position still being we can't move forward on this issue without the Unionist population being confident about the Devolution of Policing and Justice, while both SF and SFLP are keen to have devolution as quickly as possible, and reject the DUP's a la carte approach to the St Andrews Agreement. The next segment is called off message and in it a comedian Sean Cummey reveals what he thinks is really going through the minds of our politicians. In the clip of Paisley and McGuiness he dub his words onto the film clip. This is followed by If You Ask Me Spot where Fionola Meredith comments on the MLAs return to Stormont after the summer break and she comments on the things the politicians were doing over the summer. The next item introduced by Noel Thompson is the SDLP's Minister of Social Development, Margaret Ritchie threat to remove funding to the UDA if it doesn't begin decommissioning by next week. A film report by Andy Martin investigates whether the Ministers threats have just put back the UDA efforts to put itself out of business, in the film he reviews UDA riots in Bangor Kilkooley estate and Castlemara in Carrick with M Ritchie reaction at that time. UDA community workers like UPRG's Frank Gallagher, Sammy Duddy, Wm McQuiston and Colin Halliday all receive £22,000 a year in wages from the government's funds designed to help deprived loyalist areas and there are 12 other whose four set group handles the government funds, denies any money goes directly to the UDA in his interview. One of the funded community workers Sharon Skillen from Dundonald gives her reaction to the allegations it's the UDA getting the money, she feels she has been blackened by the allegations. Barney McCaughey rejects Ritchie assertion that decommissioning was part of the original CTI agreement. Andy Martin then profiles current rumbles from within loyalism another internal UDA feud is about to break out in Sth/East Antrim, then UPRG's F Gallagher answers Andy Martin's questions on the Castlemara incident in Carrick, followed by Sharon Skillen's comments on their groups 40 meetings with the PSNI, to improve relations. F Gallagher rejects M Ritchie's ultimatum as electioneering. In the final spot political editor Mark Davenport examines the possibility of G Brown calling a snap election in November and the effect on parties here. The programme ends with the comic taxi driver piece on the week's news. | ||
DVD No. |
D07010 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9450 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 5th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 50 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The UDA says it won't be rushed on decommissioning, following an ultimatum from Social Development Minister M Ritchie. Film report with M Ritchie's comments to Ken Reid as the UDA today meet decomm/body. The political row over the Giant's Causeway visitors centre took another twist today as nationalists called for all the Stormont ministers involved to clarify their role in the affair. Film report reveals I Paisley Snr letter to Heritage Lottery fund, and claims Unesco supported Paisley plan. I Paisley Jnr gives his reaction, then SF MLA Daithi McKay gives his views on DUP denials, then SDLP's Declan O'Loan's comments. DUP's Environmental Minister A Foster gives her reaction to criticisms. The PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde has said he's standing by his decision to introduce TASER guns here. Film report with H Orde interview on TASER then SF MLA Martina Anderson gives the Policing Board views, followed by Orde's reply he is in charge of operational matters. Monica McWilliams of Human Rights Board is shocked by Orde's' decision as is Bob Collins of Equality Commission. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07010 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9451 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 8th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, report on interface patrol bomb attack on Protestant home at Vernon St off the Ormeau Rd. Then Paisley and McGuiness have said the post of victims commissioner is to be re-advertised. Film report includes their comments at a press conference on their plans for the post, then reaction in the Assembly from D Ford (Alliance), followed by analysis from Ken Reid on today's statement and tomorrow's debate in Stormont on an Irish Language bill and Minister Edwin Poots (DUP) expected statement that there isn't cross community support for an Irish Language bill, and he won't back it. Tomorrow sees the deadline from Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie for the UDA to begin decommissioning or lose funding. A film report from Julie O'Connor reviews the situation, includes film clip of UFF/UDA gunmen, and M Ritchie comments, then NIO Minister Paul Goggins and Alliance leader D Ford views. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9452 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
55 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
The Catalpa Rescue | ||
Description: |
This Documentary/Drama gives an account of the 1976 escape of six feniens from a British prison colony of Fremantle in Austrialia and give historians view. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
383 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5553 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Belfast CCTV Nights | ||
Description: |
The programme examines the street violence in Belfast as captured on CCTV footage and discusses the increase in street attacks. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
384 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5554 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, for 25 years the Stalker/Sampson reports on shoot to kill incidents have been made public, now a coroner, John Lecky has set a date in 2009 for the inquests to proceed on Eugene Toman, Jervais McKerr and Sean Burns shot dead near Lurgan in 1982 them Michael Tighe was shot near Craigavon and INLA men Roddy Carroll and Seamus Grew shot near Armagh all in 1982, the coroner has asked for the Stalker/Sampson reports to be given to him, film report has old film clips of the 1982 incidents and the views of Tommy Carroll, Roddy's brother. One of the Colombia 3, Martin McAuley who was with Michael Tighe has been called to give evidence. SF MLA John O'Dowd comments on the issues, and the Chief Constable Hugh Orde's stalling. At Stormont today, a Unionist motion to curtail the use of the Irish Language within ministers papers was defeated in a low key debate. Film report from Ken Reid with UUP, SF, SDLP and Alliance MLAs views. In courts solicitor Ritchie McRitchie was acquitted on a voyeurism charge. Film report. The Police Ombudsman Office is to investigate a sectarian attack on 2 RCs in Portadown at the weekend, when a police Land Rover allegedly sat nearby. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9453 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 9th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
55 mins 20 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
The Catalpa Rescue | ||
Description: |
In 1876 3 Irish American exiles set about organising the escape of 6 Irish Fenian prisoners held in a British prison in Fremantle in Western Australia, it shook the British establishment at the time, this programme is a docu/drama and tells their story. The story begins in New York in June 1874 when newspaper journalist John Devoy received a letter from Irish prisoner James Wilson containing a plea for help. On 9 Aug 1876 a Clan Na Gael convention heard John Devoy detail how the escape was a success. Programme then profiles John Devoy's past, in Dublin in 1866 he had been a leader in the IRB, the Fenians, and helped organise 15,000 Fenians within the British Army, NYU Prof Joe Lees explains the significance of this plan. Terry Galway, historian says Devoy was the chief recruiter for the IRB, but British spies infiltrated the IRA and its leaders were arrested. James Wilson, Martin Hogan, Thomas Darra were convicted of treason, historian Phillip Fennell comments as does Dr Una Ni Bhroimeil of Limerick University, the above three along with Robert Cranston, Thomas Haslett and Michael Harrington were branded with a D for deserter and transported to Australia for treason. As a civilian John Devoy had been amnestied and exiled to USA in 1871. On 17 Oct 1867 the last convict ship arrived in Fremantle with 280 convicts which included James Wilson and his 5 comrades, the Fremantle 6, Thomas Keneally, historian profiles the prison conditions in Fremantle. Opened in 1850, no one had escaped and survived these men were treated as slaves, made to build roads for the British Empire. Ormonde Waters an ex prison warden of Fremantle comment on the chances of escape. At a Clan Na Gael convention in Baltimore in 1874 John Devoy asked the organisation to finance an escape effort, he read them James Wilson's letter, the Voice from the Tomb. Academics comment on his plan and the dangers, Devoy circulated Wilson's letter to 7000 Irish ex pats living in the USA, nearly $7000 was raised. Devoy decided on a plan, he bought a whaling ship and began looking for a captain, George Anthony was a risky choice, he's profiled and he agrees, an extract from Anthony's published account of the rescue, years later is read. On 29-4-1875 the Catalpa leaves the USA. It cost $19,000, Anthony's crew didn't know the real aim of the voyage, they thought it was a whaling trip, Anthony was to get to Oz by Jan 1876. Devoy then picked John J Breslin to go to Fremantle and organise things at that end, Breslin if profiled, he had rescued Fenian James Stephens from a British jail. Meanwhile the prisoners sent another letter this time to Ireland. Breslin arrived in Fremantle pretending to be US millionaire James Collins, an extract of his comments later is read, he got a note to James Wilson using an ex prisoner. Meanwhile Anthony was having trouble with the Catalpa, he is delayed by many problems, these are explained. In Dec 75 Breslin invited to visit the prison, he decided to use Rockingham beach as point of escape, but Anthony was 2 months late, this caused Breslin problems. Keneally explains, then in Feb John King arrives with more money, these Australian Fenians also planned a rescue, then 2 more men arrived in response to the 2nd letter to Ireland, local detective Thomas Rowe was told by London of a possible rescue attempt but Fremantle dismissed it. After a year on 29-3-1876, Anthony arrives near Fremantle, he meets Breslin, they arrive Easter weekend as escape date, he gets message to prisoners, then extract from Anthony's account tells of the escape day, Easter Monday, the programme then explains the movements of Breslin that morning and the prisoners move to freedom, with a dramatic re enactment. On the beach, Anthony was challenged by a local, the alarm at the prison was raised. The stronger on the beach warned the police, he saw the prisoners. Now the chase was on, police chased in two different boats which caught up with them, the next 48 hrs are explained. Survived a storm, next morning the Georgette, a British ship caught them, the Fenians got lucky the Georgette ran out of fuel, then a coastguard cutter caught up with the Catalpa just as the escapers boarded, the Georgette reappeared with militia onboard, he approached the Catalpa, on board the men decided to fight not surrender, but they got lucky, the Capt George Anthony pointed out it was an American ship sailing in international waters, the British were bluffing they knew this and didn't open fire, they retreated. The 6 men had now escaped, after 4 months they reached New York and received a fantastic welcome. John Devoy comments on the changes in the men, they remained in the USA for the rest of their lives. Capt Anthony was treated as a hero, Breslin became force in the Clan Na Gael, John Devoy was to become leader of Clan Na Gael in the USA, be became international figure head for Irish Freedom, he returned to visit a liberated Ireland, photo shown. Historian Keneally summaries the Catalpa story. | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9454 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 12th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
An independent report commissioned by Direct Rule Ministers (NIO) has recommended NI has water charges of £145 per year. Film report with Joan Whiteside of the review panels views, then Paddy Hillyard of the panel comments on metering issue, followed by counterview of Eleanor Gill of the Consumer council, and then Gary Mulcahy of the We Won't Pay comments and then a vox pop of public opinion in Lisburn and Portadown. PSNI searches in Craigavon continue following yesterday's arrest of 9 men in the area. Film report on arrests and arms find. An Armagh Orange Hall was attacked by arsonists. Film report with lodge member Ind/Cllr Mark Russell's reaction. In Courts Chris Ward accused of the 2004 NI Bank has had a trial date set for Sept 2008. The Queen has dedicated a new war memorial to those soldiers killed since 1945 Film reports hears Mourne firm of S McConnell and sons built the memorial, workers Glyn Lucas and Wesley McConnell, then Harvey McConnell comments on those soldiers from Kilkeel, killed whom he knew. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9455 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 16th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
47 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Extreme Rescue | ||
Description: |
A reconstruction of the 1984 Provisional IRA bomb attack on the Tory Party in Brighton, using real TV footage and interviews with survivors and rescue workers. The programme shows the efforts of the rescue operation. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
384 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5555 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 16th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
16 mins 14 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The Stormont Executive appears to be in turmoil as SDLP Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie scraps funds for UDA community schemes and Culture and Sports Minister Edwin Poots (DUP) scraps plans for an Irish Language Act. Film reports begin with the scrapping of £1.2m funding to the UDA with Ritchie comments in Stormont and reaction from the DUP's Peter Robinson, then speaker suspends proceedings, over legality of Ritchie's decision, which Ritchie rejects in interview, the DUP's J Donaldson also comments. The leader of the Church of Ireland Bishop Alan Harper today called for the UDA to give up its weapons, film report and interview. Then a film report looks at the building to today's events since last August, followed by a studio interview with Minister Margaret Ritchie who defends her actions. The other big Stormont story from Stormont the scrapping of the Irish Language Act is covered in a Ken Reid, film report, Poots claims the Act would cost too much he says £290m over 10 years, and has no community census. The UUP David McNarry supports Poots in his comments, while SF's G Adams criticises Poots decision as does the SDLP's then Ken Reid gives his analysis of today's events in Stormont. The inquiry into the loyalist murder of solicitor Rosemary Nelson is to begin in April 2008. Film report on the March 1999 Lurgan killing. A Presbyterian Church at Dunmurray has been vandalised with Republican and pro-gay slogans. Film report. A £200m plan to redevelop the 27 acres site of the Crumlin Rd Prison and Girdwood Barracks by the Dept of Social Development has been revealed. Film report on the details of the plan, with the Advisory Panel Chairman Roy Adams comments on the issue of social housing on the site. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9456 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 16th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
46 mins 1 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Extreme Rescue | ||
Programme Title: |
The Brighton Bomb | ||
Description: |
This documentary is a dramatic reconstruction of the Brighton Rescue Services efforts following the Oct 12th 1984 PIRA bomb at the Grand Hotel during the English Conservative Party's annual conference, which nearly killed the British PM M Thatcher but did kill 4 and injure 32 others. Programme begins with brief history of IRA attacks in England, and shows Tory Party celebrating the end of the conference and features Norman Tebbitt recollections of the party evening then Harvey Thomas recollections, PM M Thatcher was working on her closing speech, then at 2.45 am the bomb explodes, Harvey Thomas says he thought he would die. N Tebbitt recalls the total blackness then the alarm in the fire station sounded, Fire Chief Fred Bishop recalls that evening, 11 men in 3 fire engines head for the Grand Hotel, surgeon and Tory member David Skidmore in a nearby hotel recalls hearing the blast and going to the Grand, F Bishop knew it was a bomb attack, his dilemma is explained, he's supposed to wait on the bomb squad but his team go in, Bishop calls for backup and his team begins evacuating people. Meanwhile only Thatcher's bathroom was damaged she escapes injury with her body guards she leaves by car. N Tebbitt is buried beneath rubble, he recalls how he felt and how cut off he was, Dr D Skidmore recalls going 4/5 floor up to help the injured. Fred Bishop recalls the lack of people panicking, TV clips show people leaving the hotel. Programme then profiles the location of the bomb between rooms 628 and 629 in a bathroom panel, followed by a chimney stack collapsing destroying 5 rooms, Skidmore gets up to ruin of room 629, he finds Muriel McClain the wife of Tory Scot/Sec Donal McClain, she escaped the rooms collapse by 1 metre, Skidmore recalls her leg fractures and getting her out of the building using a turntable ladder on a fire engine. Fireman Chris Reid explains the operation, with a dramatic reconstruction, Muriel McClain is evacuated. Now there are 24 engines at the scene, more than 50 guests have escaped from the hotel, TV clip shows walking wounded, Fred Bishop explains their room to room search, on the ground floor hidden under tons of rubble N Tebbitt lies trapped, he recalls the sensation, fireman Ken Towner recalls looking out across the void in the hotel. Harvey Thomas was lying metres away from them in the dark, he recalls the moment firemen heard his calls for help, then Ken Towner comments, H Tomas recalls the effects of the blast and describes being trapped in a different spot for the firemen to reach, followed by Ken Towner's recollections. Cold water poured on H Thomas making the ledge slippery, also nearby electric cables were jumping around, Fred Bishop describes turning it off, Towner recalls this danger and freeing Harvey Thomas from a door panel, using a car wreck kit, with H Thomas recollections of his thoughts at the time. Step by step the rescue operation is explained until H Tomas came out like a cork out of a bottle, a TV news clip shows the final moments of the rescue. In 3 hard 4 victims freed from the ruins but N Tebbitt is still trapped, he recalls thinking he had lost an arm, the damage to the hotel's structure is now profiled with a diagram, 6 entire floors and a chimney stack have collapsed into a compact mound of debris, it's here Fred Bishop recalls hearing a voice, it's N Tebbitt and his wife Margaret, Norman recalls the voices and his emotions at the time. F Bishop describes the scene and their rescue plan, remove rubble without further collapses. M Tebbitt is hurt bad, Norman comments then F Bishop, after 2 hrs she's freed but is permanently paralysed from the neck down, N Tebbitt's rescue profiled. Fred Bishop recalls a mattress obstacle as time consuming, Tebbitt recalls Fred grabbing his hand, Bishop describes Tebbitt's injuries, firemen create a hole to get him out, Tebbitt was in pain and in shock. Tebbitt recalls his efforts, then a TV crew film shows him being removed from the rubble at 7am. Fred Bishop's unit was then stood down, he recalls protesting about that. On duty they had rescued 6 people from the wreckage, over 5 hours while always being in danger themselves. John Wakeman was the last casualty rescued by firemen who took over from Fred Bishop, he had been trapped for 7 hr and 24 mins, in the morning the PIRA admitted they bombed the hotel, at 9.25 am next door to the Grand Hotel the Tory Party continued its last day of conference. Film clip shows Thatcher arrive and deliver her speech condemning terrorists, Muriel McClean died from her injuries. The programme then says the IRA bombing campaign continued until 1997 ceasefire agreement, N Tebbitt says the message should be that if you perpetrate outrages you'll gain nothing from it. In 1985 he became Tory Party Chairman, Fred Bishop and 9 other firemen received awards for bravery. Harvey Thomas praises the firemen. | ||
DVD No. |
D07030 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9460 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 17th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan's report on the Greysteel Pub Massacre says the RUC could not have prevent it in 1993. Film report on allegation by SDLP MLA J Dallat the RUC had prior knowledge of the attack with Nuala O'Loan interview, then J Dallat's reaction, and the DUP's I Paisley Jnr views. Catholic Archbishop Sean Brady will become a Cardinal next month. Film report from Armagh with S Brady comments. It's the first time in history that Ireland has had 3 Cardinals at the one time. The Social Dev/Min M Ritchie (SDLP) says she gave her Executive colleagues every opportunity this week to discuss her decision to withdraw UDA funding. Film report has interview with M Ritchie on the issue, then DUP's P Robinson gives his views on the issue to Ken Reid, who then outlines the implications of the row for the Executive. This is followed by a vox pop film report on the issue from people in Bangor and Carrickfergus by Nial Donnelly, were most people agree with Margaret Ritchie's decision. This is followed by a look at e-mail responses to the UTV on the issue. The EEC has announced it will take legal action against the NI Executive over its dealing with sewage here. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9457 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 17th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 47 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Report on NI's 1-1 draw with Sweden, then coverage of the latest clash between M Ritchie (SDLP) and P Robinson (DUP) over the cutting of UDA linked funding, with Mark Davenport's comments on the lawyers views, and an interview with P Robinson. (10.30pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
383 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9458 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 18th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
At Stormont the Executive defuses the UDA funding row. Film report from Ken Reid on the current situation, with M Durkan (SDLP) harsh views on P Robinson's stand, then G Campbell (DUP) criticism of M Ritchie's position. After a meeting the row was defused. Ken Reid comments on the issue. Also today the Executive debated proposals to introduce water charges here, film report from J Delargey on the independent report recommending water charges that is being debated. In courts 2 men arrested in Carrick last weekend during an outbreak of trouble between rival UDA factions appeared on charges. No names given. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07020 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9459 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 19th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 11 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A Belfast Court has jailed 2 UDA men for shooting at policemen during the Whiterock Orange parade riots of Sept 2005. A film report names the men as John Meehan and Colin Harbinson and police helicopter film clip shows them firing at police. PSNI Det/Superintendent George Clark comments on the case. It's emerged that the £1.2m grants to loyalist areas has still not been stopped despite the Social Development Minister M Ritchie's decision to scrap it. PSNI have arrested 2 women in the Whitewell area in their inquiry into the murder of schoolboy Thomas Devlin (15) 2 years ago. The PSNI have raided homes in the Castlemara area of Carrick, recovered 2 blank firing guns, cannabis, and arrested 2 people. (10.30 pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07030 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9461 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 21st Oct 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 48 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Presented by Jim Fitzpatrick he begins by saying the Executive is in crisis, with accusations flying about over Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie's decision to stop a funding grant to the UDA, he asks did Ritchie's decision break the law and her ministerial code or is she the victim of a SF/DUP stitch up. He begins by then reviewing how the Conflict Transformation Initiative had been created in the days of Direct Rule, with civil servants at the time being uneasy about the scheme. In July under the Executive M Ritchie brought the CTI issue to the Executive who told her to look after it herself. In August, Ritchie gave the UDA 60 days to begin decommissioning or lose the funding. On 8 Oct she offered to share legal advice with the Executive, SF/DUP say she agreed to consult with them before taking a decision. Last Tuesday she acted. Robinson was angry, and the fallout caused a SDLP/UUP split with SF/DUP over the Executive minutes of that last meeting. Then in the studio political consultant Tom Kelly and former head of the NI Civil Service Ken Bloomfield discuss the situation as it stands and explain the legal niceties of the situation, and what exactly a minter can or cannot do in office. This is followed by a film report on events in Stormont this week as detailed above with politicians involved interviews defending their own positions, then back in the studio Executive Minister Reg Empey gives his views on the vote for the 8th Oct minutes decision, he believes it shows the Executive isn't taking decisions by concerns but majority votes, then G Campbell (DUP) denies they are keen to keep funding the UDA, they want funding for loyalist areas not linked to the UDA, their attack on Ritchie isn't for cutting the funding, it's for not heeding legal advice they're criticising. Both Empey and Campbell debate this issue, and what they see as it's long term effect on the Executive. This is followed by BBC political correspondent Martin Purdy's views on whether this Executive can actually remain together or is it just a procedural matter, she says where does the power lie in this executive and does it operate by consensus or majority rule is an issue, she feels the whole executive doesn't agree with M Ritchie on cutting CTI funding, she refers to the Giant's Causeway decision take earlier in the year. The next issue introduced by Jim Fitzpatrick is creationism and the lobbying by some DUP MLAs to have the Education Minister introduce the opinion into school curriculums for science. A film report on the topic begins at the Giant's Causeway and the different views about on its formation,then UDP MLA Mervyn Storey defend the creationist point of view and explains why he wants it in schools science curriculums, then micro biologist Dr James Dooley comments on Darwin, then Dr Monty White supports creationism. In Dec 2005 in Pennsylvania USA, parents took the local school to court after intelligent design was banned from science classes. Pat Robinson, a TV evangelist's broadcast shown, creationist DVD material is sent to USA schools, one shown is called Truth in Science. In NI the education minister has issued a statement saying it should be in religious classes, Rev Brian McClung of N'abbey Independent Christian School comments on evolution questions in exams, then Alliance Cllr Trevor Lunn comments on Lisburn Council debate on the topic. In the last segment Jim Fitzpatrick talks to Polish journalist Eva Grossman about how the Polish living in NI will vote in elections in Poland. (Sun) | ||
DVD No. |
D07030 | Tape No. |
384A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9462 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 18 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The family of Paul Quinn (21) murdered at the weekend (was beaten to death) have accused members of the Provisional republican movement of being involved. Film report from Castleblayney Rd scene with details of how he was lured to a barn, with family friend and ex SF Cllr Jim Allister comments on previous fight Paul had with local Provies, local Provos claim the death was a fall out among fuel smugglers. Then local priest Fr Kevin Cullen comments. Then a second reporter from Fearghal McKinney assesses the political fall out to Paul Quinn's murder with the Garda hinting the PIRA done it. The DUP's Ian Paisley Jnr says they'll watch and wait before commenting, then SF's Gerry Adams alleges criminals involved, not republicans, he calls on people to give info to Garda or PSNI, the film report looks at previous PIRA denials. Then in studio Ken Reid gives his analysis of the reaction in the Stormont parties, and the latest development on the UDA funding issue. (6pmMon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07030 | Tape No. |
384A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9463 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 22nd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 25 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Reports on the border killing of Paul Quinn in Co Monaghan at the weekend, begins in Cullyhanna with Vincent Kearney, then report on PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde's visit to Stormont to brief the DUP on the murder, which includes SF's G Adams denials of republican involvement, then I Paisley Jnr's reaction and UUP's Danny Kennedy's views, the DUP's Jeff Donaldson gives his reaction. A further report comes from the shed where Paul Quinn was killed with details of his murder, and the views of Paul Quinn's parents expressed by former SF man Jim Allister and then local SDLP MLA Dominic Bradley's views, then report carries allegations that Paul Quinn was involved in diesel smuggling incident near Lisburn when lorry went on fire (11-10-07) police on both sides of border say it's too early to say who killed Paul. Then from Stormont Mark Davenport gives the latest news from Stormont on the story, and other stories like the proposed new water charges for N Ireland planned by the Executive. (6.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07030 | Tape No. |
384A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9464 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
53 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
The Killing At Coolacrease | ||
Description: |
On 30/6/1921, two potatoe farmers were murdered in Co. Offally by the IRA. This programme profiles how this act still divides people today in the area. It shows a reconstruction of the Parson murders and gives opinions from historians. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
384 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5556 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Junior And The Giant | ||
Description: |
This programme examines the issues around the developer Seymour Sweeney's plans for The Giants Causeway and his link to the DUP and the Paisley family. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5560 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In the aftermath of the Paul Quinn killing speculation continues as to who was responsible, with arch critic of the PIRA, FAIR's Wm Frasier saying he doesn't believe the PIRA was involved. Earlier today Archbishop Sean Brady condemned the murder as a barbaric deed. Meanwhile SF's M McGuiness has again repeated there was no PIRA involvement in the murder. The developer Seymour Sweeney backed by DUP Environment Minister Arlene Foster to build the new Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre says he hasn't given any money to the DUP. Film report from his news conference where he denies having special relationship with Ian Paisley Snr and Jnr, he admits being a DUP member. At Stormont today the executive agreed a draft budget and a 10 yr investment strategy. Film report. Next film report looks at Belfast's new £104m Westlink improvements and the effect it's having on traffic congestion with the opening of the Grosvenor Rd Bridge, with DRD's Roy Spier's views. Former UDA Commander Sammy Duddy (62) who died last week of a heart attack was buried today. Short film report. Next film report from Kenya where the Royal Irish Regiment is training for Afghanistan says more Southern and Northern Nationalists are joining the regiment, because of the peace process. Major Ian Nellins explains his views, then Southerners Peter Maher and Aaron Turner comment. | ||
DVD No. |
D07030 | Tape No. |
384A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9465 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Junior and the Giant | ||
Description: |
This programme examines the issues around the property developed Seymour Sweeney's links to Ian Paisley Jnr, the DUP, and his bid to get the contract to build the next Giant's Causeway visitor centre in Co Antrim. Presented by Kevin Magee it begins with a quick summary of the story today, with more than £1m spent already developing this project, last month DUP Environment Minister Arlene Foster said she was of a mind to give DUP man Seymour Sweeney the contract. SDLP's John Dallat comments on the events. Arlene Foster says she didn't know Sweeney was in the DUP and she defends her position. DUP Enterprise Minister Nigel Dodds denies pulling the rug from under rival schemes to Sweeney's plan. Then in an interview with Kevin Magee, S Sweeney uses a scale model to show what his plans for the Giant's Causeway will achieve, he denies he want to control the Giant's Causeway area and denies his DUP membership gave him an advantage or the face he's friendly with the Paisley's. When Ian Paisley Jnr was asked about his friendship with Sweeney after A Foster's announcement, he played it down saying on radio, I know of him, he's a constituent. Kevin Magee then questions Paisley Jnr about this comment, Paisley wouldn't clarify the situation. In a profile of Sweeney, K Magee says he already owns many properties in Portballintrae, holiday homes, pub, supermarket, and restaurant or Causeway railway or park in his car park. K Magee says Paisley Jnr has acted as a lobbyist for many of Sweeney's schemes over last 8 years. Former UUP MLA Norman Hillis says on 24/1/05 Paisley had Sweeney for lunch at Stormont. Paisley claims he was there for no special reason, then former Environment Minister Sam Foster says the 2 Paisley's lobbied him on Sweeney's behalf about the Nook Restaurant, then they had a 2nd meeting at the site of the proposed development, then Cllr Price McConaghy recalls meeting the 2 Paisley's in 1999 over another Sweeney development they wanted him to get. Paisley Jnr admits over a decade he's supported a dozen Sweeney projects but he says he's done this for other developers, he's been in Sweeney's home, then Sweeney's asked the same question saying Paisley Jnr has been in his hone many occasions. The local DUP Cllr on Moyle, David McAllister was the only Cllr to vote for Sweeney's plan, had his nomination papers signed by Sweeney, the Cllr wouldn't discuss the issue. Last year he was convicted of £17,000 of benefit fraud. Then S Sweeney says for 10 years McAllister topped the poll in his area and he was happy to sign his papers. Then Price McConaghy recalls a farmer wanting to build houses on a site but being turned down, he sold the site to Sweeney who did get permission to build 14 holiday homes, Price McConaghy recalls his surprise, Sweeney explains how he deals with obstacles in planning. Paisley admits lobbying for a building proposal and then buying one of the Sweeney houses, he denies it was a conflict of interest. On this subject Sweeney supports Paisley's claims then Kevin Magee looks at land registry docus, Paisley Jnr used the Sweeney house on his nomination papers for Stormont election but he isn't registered owner, Sweeney's wife Carol is a conveyance expert James Russell says Mrs Sweeney is the legal owner at present. With no attempt being made to transfer it to Paisley Jnr, he says his mortgage is with the Northern Bank, he owns the house, he calls the name missing as an administrative hick-up, Paisley says he'll get a solicitor's statement on the matter, then Sweeney calls it a hick-up, the house is Paisley's. The SDLP's John Dallat has raised the matter with the Stormont authorities. Paisley Snr claimed in a support letter for Sweeney his Causeway plans had Unesco approval, K Magee goes to Unesco HQ in Paris where it's Director Dr Mechtlld Rossler denies they give Sweeney's plans their approval. Faced with this Paisley Jnr says he believes in this project and it doesn't require Unesco approval. But Sweeney's plans could mean the Causeway losing its heritage status. The Planning Service last April was going to reject Sweeney's plans. A Foster (DUP) is questioned about this. N Dodds (DUP) denies Paisley lobbied him, as does A Foster. Paisley says he hasn't met any ministers on this but may have spoken to civil servants. K Magee summaries the issue here for Stormont. | ||
DVD No. |
D07040 | Tape No. |
385 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9467 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 23rd Oct 2007 | Duration: |
52 mins 36 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
The Killings at Coolacrease | ||
Description: |
This documentary looks back to Co Offaly on 30th June 1921, when the IRA killed two Protestant male farmers, the killings were brutal and the issue still divides people today. The programme uses surviving Pearson family members, views academicism opinions and is presented in a docu/drama style. It begins with a vox pop of contributors opinions then Jenny Turnnidge a descendant of the Pearsons now living in Australia (great granddaughter) comments, followed by a still photo of Coolacrease House in 1921, then the Republic's Senator Eoghan Harris comments on the local community being in denial, local historian Paddy Heaney recalls hearing about the shooting from those who did it during the War of Independence, they allege the Pearsons were active loyalists. The narrator then tells the history of the Pearson family who began farming in Co Laois with 200 acres, Vernon Pearson a grandson of William and Susan Pearson comments, then family photos shown and Ruth Kelly, William and Susan Pearson's granddaughter recalls her grandmother. Followed by another granddaughter Edna Black, then they all reminisce about their grandfather, with more family photos shown. The Pearson's in Ireland in 1921 stood out from their neighbours in only one way they were Cooneyites, a sect who didn't believe in Church organisation. Dr Ray Gillespie explains their beliefs and methods, Senator Eoghan Harris comments on Cooneyites. In 1909 Pearson sold their land in Laois to buy in Coolacrease, land unrest was wide spread at the time involving the land league, author Terence Dooley explains the unrest, Land Acts broke up the large estates, Pearson bought Cool crease (340 acres) in 1911, he is surrounded by smaller nationalist farmers. Prof R English comments on their reception, Vernon Pearson recalls the family's settling in period and relations with locals, Joe Dillan the son of John Dillon Offaly IRA 1919-21 comments on Pearson playing hurling, local Paddy Byrne says his father said they were great neighbours. By 1919 the atmosphere was changing. The Pearsons were loyal to the Crown, an IRA unit was formed in Offaly, the Pearsons withdrew from contact with locals, Paddy Dermody recalls what he was told by his mother who was in Cuman Na Bahn, Philip McConway author says Richard Pearson was aggressive towards local Vols. Terence Dooley gives a further reason for the Pearsons alienation, during WWI he took on extra land to help the British war effort. In 1919 Offaly was well garrisoned and the Offaly IRA was considered incompetent by its commanders in Dublin, contributors describe the low level IRA actions in Offaly 1919-21. By 1920 the British escalated anti-IRA ops, this led to the IRA responding against loyal Protestants like the Pearson, Dr Will Murphy and Eoghan Harris comments on the summer of 1921. Pearson's daughter went out with British officer, their daughter recalls the courtship period with photos. Ian Stanley recalls other incidents the IRA thought were collaboration, including his father William living with the Pearsons under an alias. Cyril Pearson, a living relative recalls an incident about lost cattle and how the IRA believed the Pearsons were spies. Prof R English isn't convinced they were British spies, but Paddy Heaney believes the IRA viewpoint, as does Phillip McConway, Eoghan Harris disagrees, the path across Pearson land used by the IRA became the flashpoint, Joe Dillan recalls an incident his dad had with Dick Pearson in 1921, on the path, it was presented as an anti-Catholic blockade, on the mass path IRA GHQ decided to shake up the Offaly IRA, Tom Burke was sent, May-July 1921 shooting spies increases in 17 May 1921, the Kinnity ambush killed 2 RIC men followed by RIC reprisals. June 1921 IRA blocked roads on Pearson land, Richard Pearson confronted them with a shotgun, people were injured, Paddy Heaney gives his view, incident gave local IRA reason to attack Pearsons, Ian Stanley comment. Tom Burke written statement to GHQ on the Pearsons attack is read out, he accuses them of being UVF. Prof E English gives his views, Burke ordered the Pearsons executed and their house burned, Paddy Heaney and Phillip McConway agree with Burke's order. The local postman who was in the IRA warned the Pearsons of a coming attack, but Paddy Heaney says this didn't happen. Prof R English comments on 30 June 1921, Richard and Abraham Pearson were on the farm other males were away. Ian Stanley recalls his father telling him how they saw the IRA column moving towards them, he ran but the Pearsons didn't, the IRA returned to the Pearson house with the sons put the females out and burned the house, Olive Boothman a grand niece of Susan Pearson recalls what she was told, Phillip McPhillips and Paddy Heaney comment, then Michael Connolly, the son of Joe Connolly who was the IRA OC that day comments on the house explosions followed by Ruth Kelly (granddaughter of Pearsons) views. In the courtyard the IRA shot the two boys firstly in the groin, then the buttocks, Richard lived 7 hrs, Abraham 14 hrs later both in great pain. Heaney, Harris, Dillon, McPhillips all give their views on the shootings. Edna Black (granddaughters) talks about her granny Susan Pearson's feelings, Jenny Turnnidge recalls the Pearson's funeral 30 miles away, then Ian Stanley's views and Paddy Byrne on the local bitterness, a few days later the Truce was called. The Pearsons stayed on in Coolnacrease he couldn't get local workers not sell his cattle, potential buyers were put off. Pearson sold his farm to the Land Commission for £5,000, the Irish Grants Committee, a British agency to compensate loyalists upped this to £7,500. The land was given by the Commission to locals, 3 of whom had been in the IRA. Prof A English comments on this, E Harris says 60,000 Protestants were forced out of Ireland, in 1922 the Pearsons went to England and then to Australia, in 1930. The writings from the diary of Sidney Pearson are read out, it describes leaving England, then his grandson Vernon Pearson, they went to Melbourne then bought land in South Gibson, Victoria, their grandson Mervyn shows the family farm now. The family describe the struggle they had to make it in Australia, the grandchildren recall the sadness of the grandparents, with photos shown, Susan and William Pearson eventually settled in a mining town called Bendago when they got old Susan died in 1947, some of her children visited Coolnacrease in Ireland and visited the ruins, they recall their emotions, the last in 1975, the contributors then all give their closing opinions. | ||
DVD No. |
D07040 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9468 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 25th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(... ENTRY TO BE COMPLETED) | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
384 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5559 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 25th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
17 mins 52 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
At Stormont, Finance Minister Peter Robinson DUP, budget has frozen domestic rates for 3 years, it's the Executives first budget. Film report from Stormont announcements, from P Robinson, I Paisley Snr and M McGuiness, then D Ford and Mark Durkan's comments. A further report examines the details of the budget with CBI's Declan Billington's view then economist Neil Gibson's reactions. Followed by analysis from Ken Reid. At bog land near the border, fresh tests carried out have raised the hopes of the family of disappeared Columba McVeigh (17), that his body may be found. Film report reviews 2003 Brogan Mountain search and the 1975 murder of Columba. Solicitor Ritchie McRitchie is have his case of voyeurism referred back to the courts by the PPS, he was cleared early this month. The Dept of Environment's PP14 planning laws have been declared illegal in the courts. Film report with John Woods of the Friends of the Earth group's reaction, then Bert Wilson for Omagh Council. In Cullyhanna the funeral has taken place of Paul Quinn film report with Fr Kevin Cullen's sermon to mourners, appealing for no revenge attacks. Film report. Fermanagh brothers Patrick and John McParland were given suspended jail sentences in court today for tax evasion, they had paid back over £3m to the Inland Revenue. Overnight in the Shankill area, cars were set on fire in arson attacks. Short film report. Next report from Kenya where the RIR s training has an RIR soldier Capt Paul Martin wounded in Afghanistan meet the doctor who saved his life Captain Mike Stacy, Military Cross winner Capt Doug Beattie recalls why he won his medal, then Cpl Rob McClurg recalls service in Afghanistan. Then father and son soldiers Nigel and Dean Fell talk about servicing together in Afghanistan, the RIR Padre Albert Jackson comments on "the Just War" label. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07030 | Tape No. |
384A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9466 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 25th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 30 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Noel Thompson begins with a discussion on Stormont's budget plans and its programme for government plan aimed at weaning NI away from public money to private enterprise. In the studio are Mitchell McLaughlin (SF) and J Donaldson (DUP), M McLaughlin responds to the point from Thompson that his is a radical right wing budget, he answers by saying the budget will not expand the private sector to the detriment of the public sector, J Donaldson outlines what he thinks is the difference between this budget and a previous direct rule budget. Both men seem to agree the budget will create more jobs and generate economic group. M McLaughlin comments on the Alliance view that the budget should attack the segregation on NI and help build a shared future then J Donaldson comments on the equality issue when DUP MLA I Paisley Jnr criticises homosexuals. They also answer criticism from the UUP Health Minister M McGimpsey on the funds given to the Health Service. In the If You Ask Me Spot, David Vance refers to the death of Paul Quinn (21) and SF's denials of involvement, he lists other SF/IRA denials and claims they killed 39 people in the ceasefire years, he says the IRA can get away with murder and bank robbery, he then criticises the Unionist party's stance, and J Donaldson views on corporate responsibility and he praises M Ritchie (SDLP) efforts to stop £1.2m of funding for the UDA then a film clip shows voice over comedian Sean Crummie change the politicians comments at a round table meeting. Noel Thompson then introduces a piece on Conflict Resolution, he says our politicians are piling up air miles preaching to the world about it, even though they took 30 years to speak to each other. Passing on our wisdom is all the rage he says, then a film report from Julia Paul investigates the subject, last year Martin McGuiness was in Sri Lanka, then he and Adams visited Spain. In Sept Adams was in Palestine and this year J Donaldson and M McGuiness were in Finland to advise the Iraqis on sectarianism. David Ford (All) comments on SF/DUP efforts to build a shared future here, then QUB Prof Adrian Guelke comments on what's attractive about our model of Conflict Resolution, then Israeli Dr Guy Ben-Forat comments, then Basque Country University's Francisco Letamendia says our process offers others hope of success. The next theme introduced by Noel Thompson is a studio discussion with UUP leader Reg Empey on his plans to modernise the UUP and smash its antiquated structures, previous leaders have failed to do this, the party will be member based, the executive committee will have a greater role, including selecting candidates. Finances, power will move from the Ulster Unionist Council to the centre, with constituency assoc becoming a key party unit. Reg Empey explains the details of his reforms and answers questions from N Thompson on the plans, he outlines his vision for the party as on the centre ground and splits with internal divisions, would be ended. A party to stand against the rise of nationalism, he favours working with the SDLP, and Empey comments on the prospects of achieving Unionist unity, and attracting more female members. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine from Tim McGarry. (Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07040 | Tape No. |
384A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9469 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 26th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 8 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A Coroner's Inquest has heard evidence about the killing of former IRA man, turned informer Eamon Collins outside Newry in Jan 1999. Film report says the police believe that the PIRA killed him, with film clips of Colins, Jack Crane, the pathologist said Collins had 20 stab wounds in his face and head, 2 stab wounds in his back and he'd been punched and kicked, in a brutal attack. After yesterday's Stormont budget announcement, a film report looks at the situation for the Health Service here, it gets £4 billion, most of the money from NI's budget, but there's unease in the Dept of Health over waiting times, while Patricia McKeown of Unison is sorry the plans weren't more radical, then Minister McGimpsey gives an interview in the studio on what he says isn't enough money as things stand, he gives his figures. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07040 | Tape No. |
384A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9470 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
The Spying Game | ||
Description: |
A profile of ministers taking over national security issues in Northern Ireland. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385A | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5565 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then he family of two Catholic brothers Gerard (22) and Rory (18) Cairns murdered by the UVF near Lurgan in 1993 have rejected a report from the Police Ombudsman which said there was no RUC collusion with the killers. Nuala O'Loan did say Special Branch withheld info from the investigating team. Film report with O'Loan's comments and reaction from Eamon Cairns, their father, and Mark Thompson of Relatives for Justice. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
385A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9471 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 30th Oct 2007 | Duration: |
31 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
The Spying Game | ||
Description: |
Presented by Darragh McIntyre, this programme examine the role of MI5, the British Service, in N Ireland, 3 weeks ago it was given control of national security here instead of the police, it answers to the British Home Office not a Stormont Justice Minister and it has no oversight body with legal powers reviewing its actions, Darragh McIntyre investigates what are the spooks in MI5 up to, and will they play fair here? And what does it mean for NI. Eight years ago the Patten Report recommended MI5 take control of national security here so it's not a surprise move, but nationalists are sceptical, SDLP's M Durkan views in Commons. N O'Loan explains the MI5 oversight system, ACC PSNI Peter Sheridan comments on police ability to say no to MI5 request, MI5 controlled by protocols only. Human Rights lawyer Kier Stamer QC says protocols are very robust, MI5 is empire building 8 new offices across UK, the biggest is in Hollywood, Co Down. D McIntyre meets MI5 spokesman in London Hotel in secretive meeting, no filming allowed. McIntyre describes the 2 hour meeting as short on fact. Back in Ireland he profiles the work of the 250 people who work in MI5 Hollywood Office, mostly focus on dissident republicans jobs are advertised here. Historian Stephen Dorril says the MI5 building is ridiculous for here, then Eamon McCann says the building means the British State indents to keep NI in the British State a long time, but intelligence expert Glanmore Trenear-Harvey denies this viewpoint, but hidden agendas are MI5's stock in trade. It wasn't until 1989 that Whitehall admitted MI5 existed says McIntyre. He then outlines the role of MI5 men as very un James Bond like and are different from MI6 which defends British interests abroad. He profiles the roots of the MI5 since 1921, and their success in stopping Labour's Ramsey McDonald getting re-elected, historian S Dorril gives the details then details of WWII activities and the Cambridge spy ring including Sir Anthony Blunt, other celebrities monitored include Peter Hain (NI Sec) and TV actor Ricky Tomlinson (see True Spies docu), then profile of Peter Wright's Spy Catcher book allegations about Harold Wilson. D McIntyre then looks at the complicated oversight of MI5, with the International Security Committee (ISC) and others in 6 years a single complaint against MI5 has never been successful, Trenear-Harvey and S Dorril comment on this. The N O'Loan gives her assessment of MI5 oversight, McIntyre says a recent Lurgan search was MI5 controlled. D McIntyre says MI5 has been in Ireland since 1914, R Casement's arrest and 4 of their men killed in Dublin in 1920, then Eamon McCann recalls being watched by MI5 during the Civil Rights days, in 1980 they re-organise intell here, but RUC for Acc Chris Albiston says RUC remained in control here. Special Branch has 500 agents, Army intell 70 agents and MI5 a similar number. McIntyre profiles MI5 role in shooting of Michael Tighe in Lurgan in 1982 shoot to kill incident and the MI5 tape of the shooting which went missing, the government stopped prosecutions, M Tighe inquest hasn't been heard yet. The Pat Finucane shooting could also cause MI5 problems. McIntyre explains their role then S Dorril comments on MI5 in the 1980s. After Thatcher, MI5 tasked with securing a peaceful settlement here, they made contacts with republicans, Trenear-Harvey comments on MI5 role. Then S Dorril views on peace process and protecting Adams/McGuiness, case of Des Donaldson profiled with former Special Branch Chief Bill Lowry's views on MI5 taking papers not skulls in Stormont affair, Chris Albiston says as Special Branch Chief he can say MI5 didn't obstruct him in Stormont affair, McIntyre then mentions 2 Arab terrorists cases connected to NI with MI5 involvement under Police control and with Ombudsman's Office oversight. N O'Loan says this proves accountability can work in tandem with National Security, MI5 have helped her inquiries but she can't force them to, MI5 want her to agree protocols with Ombudsman but she's not happy with their view on things, politically the SDLP and SF argue over their involvement in MI5 getting control here. A Attwood and A Maskey comment on this. Both comment on agents with SF today working for MI5, then PSNI ACC Peter Sheridan on Lord Carlisle QC who is an MI5 overseer here, then Carlisle explains what he will expect of MI5 and admits there's scepticism here on his mission, including Human Rights lawyer Kier Stamer QC. | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
385A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9472 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 31st Oct 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 54 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then in the North West PSNI have arrested 7 men from Strabane and 1 from Derry on suspected diss/repub activity suspicions. The Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie has officially suspended funding to the Farset Organisation of £1.2 which managed the conflict Transformation Initiative in loyalist areas, the money was often referred to as UDA Funding. Film report with UUP Cllr Chris McGimpsey's comments. A West Belfast man has gone into hiding after he was attacked and accused of being an informer. Film report from Poleglass area with Jane Young of Colin Community Restorative Justice schemes comments. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
385A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9473 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Nov 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A review of the UUP Conference at the weekend, where Basil McCrea (MLA), asks the party to go into opposition. Declan O'Loan (SDLP Cllr) and husband of Police Ombudsman; Nuala O'Loan is profiled. Finally, there is a report on new controls on donations to political parties in Northern Ireland. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
384 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5557 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Nov 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(... ENTRY TO BE COMPLETED) | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385A | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5566 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Nov 2007 | Duration: |
13 mins 29 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Tourist tour buses were withdrawn from Falls Rd following sectarian trouble, film report on recent incidents leading to today's attack on a bus at Dunville Park with tour guide Peter Burns comments, then bus owner Joe Lavelle's reaction. In Belfast the Policing Board has been given an update on the murder of Paul Quinn in Monaghan last month, police say his killers were from N Ireland. Film report reviews the case and then DUP's J Donaldson comments, then PSNI ACC Peter Sheridan on info he has got from the Garda. Also today the PSNI gave the boards its crime rate clear up figures for the year. SDLP's D Kelly comments, with AC Paul Leighton's response. The Orange Order says a fire which destroyed one of its halls in the Republic was started deliberately film report on Cootehill Hall in Co Monaghan, with Orange Orders Drew Nelson's comments, then Fine Gael TD Seymour Crawford's views. The DUP on Belfast City Council has prevented an English movie company using a council owned property in Lady Dixon Park as part of its film on the Hunger Strike and Bobby Sands death. Film report with DUP Cllr Robin Newton's views then SF Cllr Fra McCann comments. In East Belfast a new anti-drugs mural has been availed in the Knocknagoney area, it had been funded from the Conflict Transformation Initiative funds recently scrapped by Minister M Ritchie. Film report with resident Diana Garland views, on drugs problem in the area, then CTI community worker Sharon Skillen comments on the CTI funding controversy and its effect on her job. At a conference in London last night SF's G Adams apologise to the parents of Tim Parry and J Ball, 2 children killed in the March 93 PIRA bomb attack in Warrington. Film report with Adams remarks then Colin Parry's reaction. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9474 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 1st Nov 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 30 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, he begins with the voices within the UUP who want the party to go into opposition at Stormont to counter what they see as the carve up of power by DUP and SF, represented by MLA Basil McCrea in the studio he sets forward their position, then for the DUP MLA Mervyn Storey gives their position on the matter. B McCrea calls the DUP/SF bedding down together as a farce. DUP say the are delivering good government under the current GFA rules, but would like to see "normal" politics return here sometime, he highlights the works of a review committee and blames the UUP for negotiating the Good Friday Agreement (GFA) as it stands. They both argue the point from party perspectives, making point scoring remarks. In the If You Ask Me Spot journalist F O'Connor gives her views on the SDLP's Margaret Ritchie performance as the Social Development Minister and her decision to attend the UUP conference last weekend. Next N Thompson introduces a film report about a play currently running in the Lyric Theatre about how South Africans saw their Truth and Reconciliation Commission and its works on exposing terror and casualties, the actors also ran a workshop with NI people on the subject of the Truth Recovery and the Past, the Director Michael Lessac comments. Then actor Sibu Lele's views, followed by Ciaran McQuillan of Prime Cut Productions reactions to the play and its format. They also comment on whether NI needs a Truth Commission. This is followed by a short film report on the Life and Career of SDLP MLA Declan O'Loan, 1st elected for Nth Antrim at the last election, he's married to Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan. Next Noel Thompson introduces a discussion with Seamus Magee of the Electoral Commission on the new rules for donations to political parties in NI, from today the parties will have to tell the Electoral Commission who their sponsors are but the general public won't know, this lack of transparency is due to political parties reluctance to have full disclosure due to fears of continuing terrorism. The position in respect of Irish citizens is also profiled, they can also donate even though they are not on the UK electoral register which is a different rule from the rest of the UK. Local parties haven't objected to this aspect. The position on loans to political parties is also highlighted, as are the Electoral Commission sanctions for parties who break the rules. Programme ends with Tim McGarry's comic routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9475 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 2nd Nov 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 44 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The family of Mary Travers, shot dead by the PIRA on April 1984, and her Magistrate father seriously injured has rejected Nuala O'Loan's findings that there was no RUC collusion in the murder. Film report hears Tom Travers identified the gunman, Unity Flats man Joe Haughey yet he was acquitted, it was claimed that Haughey had been a police agent which he denied. Tom Travers called the report a whitewash then Nuala O'Loan comments, and is critical of Special Branch withholding info and the identification process used. The International Decommissioning body has refused to comment on claims that a UDA faction in South Antrim has decommissioned weapons as claimed in an Irish News story. Meanwhile Bertie Ahern visiting Derry today, says the UDA knows what it has to do. Film report also includes Ahern comments on the economic progress in the NW and he called the NI peace process a political miracle. Then in the studio political editor Ken Reid previews this weekend's SDLP and Alliance Party conferences and the issues to watch out for, like Fianna Fail coming North to merger with the SDLP and some UUP MLAs attending the SDLP conference. At Stormont today families of the Disappeared killed by the PIRA held a commemoration ceremony. Film report with Sean Megraw's comments on his brother Brendan, then Philomena Smith on Kevin McKee's case and the bonds between the families, only one MLA DUP's Iris Robinson came to meet the families. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9476 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sat 3rd Nov 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 28 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Martin Meehan (62) died today of a heart attack, he was the first man convicted of PIRA membership. Mark Davenport reports from the SDLP Party conference where Mark Durkan announced setting up a working group to look at possible link ups with other parties. FF's Foreign Minister Dermot Ahern comments. Meanwhile at the Alliance Party conference David Ford accused the other parties of wanting to continue sectarian politics and segregation. (5.30pm Sat) | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9477 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 5th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
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Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Scunnal | ||
Programme Title: |
Marita Ann Story | ||
Description: |
It shows the background to the seizure of the Marita Ann, which was loaded with Provisiona IRA weapons from Boston in 1984 and the role of gangster Whitney Bolger in that and the subsequent murder of John McIntyre. It also shows the trial of M. Ferris (SF) and the corrupt FBI agent John Connolly. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5561 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 5th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 45 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The PSNI in North Belfast have been criticised by community workers there for not combating drug dealers following the death of Tiger's Bay youth Dean Clark (16) who took drugs. Film report with his mother Alison Clarke's comments, then views of Robert Beckett on the Police attitude, then PSNI Superintendent Nigel Grimshaw denies the PSNI are protecting drug dealers who may be paramilitaries or informers. Then local DUP Cllr Ian Crozier's views on local crime. Nuala O'Loan has completed her last day as Police Ombudsman, a film report taken from a UTV Insight: A Lone Ranger (on next DVD D06760) hears her say she resisted pressure to tone down her criticisms of the RUC Omagh investigation, she comments on attack on her son. Ken Reid then reports on today's business at Stormont where the Health Minister M McGimpsey says he hasn't agreed to Peter Robinson's budget. Iris Robinson (DUP) clashes with M McGimpsey on the issue, then DUP's I Paisley is critical of McGimpsey's position. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9478 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 5th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
26 mins 50 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
Scannal | ||
Programme Title: |
The Maria Ann Story | ||
Description: |
This programme reviews the background to the seizure in 1984 of the vessel named Marita Ann which was loaded with guns for the PIRA in Ireland, it profiles the role of Boston gangster James 'Whitey' Bulger in the gun running and his role in the murder of USA citizen John McIntyre. It contains eye witness accounts of the events and features the trial of Kerry man Martin Ferris in Ireland, corruption within the FBI involving agent John Connolly and the confession of Kevin Weeks who was Bulger's No 2. Parts of the documentary are done in docu/drama format, the programme is largely in Irish with English subtitles, it begins with actual news reports from the day the ship was seized, with film of the guns and explanation of the role of the mother ship the Valhalla, Bulger is named, and his photo shown. A $1m reward is offered also named are Steven Flammi and Kevin Weeks, Patrick Nee and John McIntyre. The Boston Globe's Shelley Murphy comments on the trial and sentences, then Patrick Nee recalls their arrests when they returned to the USA. It turns out John McIntyre had been arrested for drunk driving and informed on the whole operation but McIntyre was unaware that Bulger had a contact within the FBI called John Connolly. Chris McIntyre, John's brother recalls the events around his brother's kidnap and murder by Whitey Bulger once Bulger knew John informed. Patrick Nee recalls the kidnap but says he didn't know murder was planned. Then Kevin Weeks recalls what happened to McIntyre when they got him to a safe house, they shot him, took out his teeth, and buried him. Patrick Nee recalls his role. Meanwhile in Ireland, those on board the Marita Ann went on trial, Martin Ferris got 10 years. In Boston in 1985, the Bulger gang had to exhume the 3 bodies they buried in their safe house as it was being sold, Kevin Weeks recalls where they reburied the bodies in Dorchester. Years later the FBI had prepared a case against Bulger, but he fled when Connolly tipped him off. In 1995, Bernie Ni Fhlathaita (Connaught Tribune) explains the details and the revelation that Bulger himself had also been an FBI agent. Kevin Weeks recalls his shock at hearing this as John Connolly (FBI) faces conspiracy to murder charges. After his release Martin Ferris turned to politics and the peace process. Patrick Nee gives his views on Bulger and Flammi, he calls them genuinely evil people. Then Kevin Weeks explains his devastation, he got 6 years after doing a deal with the FBI, a film clip from a US TV news clip explains the deal, and how Weeks showed the FBI where the 3 bodies were, Chris McIntyre comments on the body find on Jan 14th 2000, Patrick Nee got 17 months, he comments. The McIntyre's took out a law suit against the FBI, journalist Shelley Murphy explains its significance in Boston, then Chris McIntyre comments the family got $3.5m in compensation form the State. Kevin Weeks comments on his feelings towards the McIntyre family. Martin Ferris now a TD in Ireland had even been to No 10 Downing Street, film clip shown. Shelley Murphy comments on the fallout of the Marita Ann case in Boston, then Chris McIntyre explains the effects of John's murder on his family, then Kevin Weeks admits he has no nightmares, Patrick Nee has no regrets, Whitey Bulger is still on the run. | ||
DVD No. |
D07060 | Tape No. |
385 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9480 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 5th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins 21 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
A Lone Ranger Leaves | ||
Description: |
Today is Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan's last day in office after 7 years in the job, in this time she has led a revolution in Policing here. Journalist Chris Moore profiles her handling of many high profile cases and how her handling of NI's police complaints procedures has been noticed across the globe. It begins with O'Loan in Bucharest in Romania, a new EEC member who wants its Policing more accountable and transparent, O'Loan's comments, then Chris Moore shows a film Clip of O'Loan's comments in Oct 1999 when she was appointed, among her well wishers that day was NI's Chief Constable Ronnie Flanagan, he comments on how welcome oversight is, but Flanagan and the government perhaps didn't realise would be also looking back besides forward says Moore as he profiles the case of Derry man Samuel Devenny killed by the RUC with batons in his own home. Film reports shown with 1969 interview with Anne Devenny. Then 2001 news bulletin featured O'Loan's report, with her comments today on the case, which she couldn't call murder, she explains a 6 month amnesty meant there was no prosecutions. Back in Romania she lectures policemen, police forces. Moore then features her report on Omagh bomb in 1998 where a failure to pursue evidence by the RUC was at the heart of her controversial report, a film clip shows her read her findings calling the RUC leaders defective, a film clip shows RUC Chief Constable Ronnie Flanagan's reaction., Nuala O'Loan in an interview explains why she didn't back down on her conclusions, she said it had to be said to improve policing here, she recalls why she began that investigation, her Chief Investigator Dave Woods comments on their findings. Moore then profiles the fact some RUC officers were unco-operative, and David Wood says pressure not to publish the report came not only from police as Nuala O'Loan agrees. N O'Loan then recalls the angry reaction of some politicians like UUP's Ken Magennis, who said she was committing treason to suggest the RUC could do no wrong, Dave Wood praises her personal courage. Her youngest son was beaten up and this nearly made her resign not the political critics, she praises her family's stand behind her. Then film clip shows her 130 staff holding a farewell party for her, with a This is Your Life session, then film of staff meeting on PSNI shooting of Neil McConville in 2003. O'Loan comments on the meeting with the family, Chris Moore outlines her findings, then film shows staff meeting comments. Then she addresses PSNI recruits at their college. Chris Moore then profiles the case of Mark Haddock, Informer One, as O'Loan called him, this was controversial as she alleges the RUC knew he was a serial killer yet took no action, he enjoyed Special Branch protection and this was collusion. N O'Loan comments on her findings on the 12 years Haddock had protection, and was well paid. Ex RUC Sgt J Brown recalls meeting N O'Loan on his claim, he asked SB to arrest Haddock, but in 2004 he withdraw his co-operation. In 2006, Ombudsman officers arrested him, N O'Loan explains why they had concerns about Brown, then Brown comments was it really necessary. Moore profiles Brown's successes as police officer. Moore feels this discourages whistle blowers especially with MI5 taking over here. O'Loan thinks MI5 control will reduce accountability here. She also then comments on her political critics and their two faces. | ||
DVD No. |
D07060 | Tape No. |
385 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9481 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 6th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
53 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
The Jubilee Plot | ||
Description: |
Journalist Chris Campbell investigates the alleged 1897 Fenion plot to assisinate Queen Victoria. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5562 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 6th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
4 mins 51 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, after 6 months in office with M McGuiness, the First Minister Ian Paisley Snr (DUP) talks to Ken Reid about his relationship with SF's M McGuiness, he attacks critics who call them the "chuckle brothers" and says he'll see out the full 4 years as First Minister, as the population supports him. Two Derry loyalists James Taylor (420 and Richard Harness (29) got 7 years in jail for assisting the killer of Mr Thompson in Sept 2003 in a loyalist feud. SF President G Adams and Shankill bomber G Kelly attended the funeral of Martin Meehan today in Ardoyne. Film report. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D07050 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9479 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 6th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
52 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
The Jubilee Plot | ||
Description: |
The journalist and author of the book "Fenian Fire" Christy Campbell, in this programme investigates the alleged 1897 Fenian plot to assassinate British Queen Victoria, recently released British documents reveal the alleged story of a plot was in fact a British attempt to undermine the course of Irish Home Rule, and discredit, Charles Stewart Parnell, the plotters reached as high up in British governance as Prime Minister Lord Salisbury, the programme begins with a review of the state of Ireland in 1847 "black 47" and the exodus from Ireland over the famine years, over one million fled Ireland's famine taking with them a hatred of Queen Victoria and England whom they blamed for the massive death and suffering. In America this sense of injustice found expression in a new revolutionary organisation called the Fenian Brotherhood, these men learned their trade fighting on both sides of the American Civil War. Christy Campbell comments on this menace as Britain saw them. In Paris in July 1886, the British learnt of a gathering of Irish revolutionaries in Paris, they put it about they were planning to kill Queen Victoria on her Golden Jubilee but the truth was different as the programme explains, it was a very confused case of conspiracy within conspiracy. The story begins in Mexico in 1860 when Francis Miller went to New York to join the Fenian Brotherhood which was rallying 190,000 demobbed civil war Irish American soldiers to fight for Ireland. Miller was told to return to Ireland and prepare for an armed Fenian rising, it failed, Miller returned and joined the new group Clan Na Gael. Terry Galway (historian) comments on this new group, founded by Jerome Collins. On 10-3-1866 "General" F Miller offered his services as an informer to the British Embassy in New York, for 25 years he was Britain's spy within Fenianism, he was known as agent X, Christy Campbell explains, then Terry Galway views on the career and motivation of Miller. In 1867 in London's Clerkenwell Prison, an IRB bomb, (the Clan's Irish counterpart) killed 12 and injured 150 people, in response the British Secret Service was born. In 1870 in New York, the Cuba 5, 5 Irish IRB members amnestied by British PM Gladstone were greeted by General Miller amongst them was Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa and John Devoy. Terry Galway profiles Devoy, global awareness, as he offers to aid Russia if war breaks out in the Balkans, then Ireland in the mid 1870s is profiled. It's a peaceful place, Owen Magee comments, then Owen Dudley-Edward's says Ireland was relatively contented, but in the 1880s the rise of the Land League and agitation changed that, out of this period arose Charles Stewart Parnell, in time he was the ballot box to the Fenian's bomb a leader of the Irish Party in Commons, Owen Magee comments, on Britain's concerns about the Land League. Then Dudley-Edwards comments. In Paris in 1877 Parnell met John Devoy's envoy J T O'Kelly, Devoy travels to meet Parnell in Ireland, Terry Galway explains 1879 meetings, Devoy didn't tell Miller of this meetings, Michael Davitt founded the Land League, Parnell adopted obstructionist policy in Westminster. In the new Departure, Devoy/Parnell agreed to work together. Parnell and Davitt arrested for incitement, O'Donovan Rossa broke away to form the United Irishmen, the bombed Salford Barracks, Scotland Yard set up the "Fenian Office". In Dublin in 1882 deal struck to see an end to the land war, but Viceroy Lord Cavendish was killed in Phoenix Park by group called Irish Invincible. Parnell was shocked and actually thought of leaving politics. The British establishment rejected his outrage, "the Irish were all the same" they claimed. In London in 1884-85, O'Donovan Rossa, marginalised Devoy, stole the Clan' revolution thunder and under Andrew Sullivan began bombing England, culminating in Dynamite Saturday. Terry Galway gives Devoy reaction, the word terrorism comes from this period, the British wanted to associate Parnell with these Irish American bombers. In September 1885 in London democracy was expanding, Christy Campbell explains Lord Salisbury's view on the Union, Dudley-Edward's comments, on his dislike of Parnell, who held the balance of power in Commons. In Mexico in 1885 F Miller was back in Mexico, he resold himself to the British, his file went to Edward Jenkinson, the spymaster in London, Christy Campbell profiles this man, and his views on Ireland and Parnell. He wants F Miller in London, they meet in Paris in Nov 1885, to manufacture a conspiracy, to be disclosed, for Jenkinson the bigger the threat the more attractive the alternative of Parnell became in Jan 1886 in London, Gladstone adopted Home Rule, the Tories are ousted by Parnell/Liberals, in July the Home Rule bill collapses. Tories return to power, Dudley-Edwards comments on Salisbury's aims with Roy Hattersley's views. Land agitation restarts in Ireland. In New York, the Clan Na Gael also wanted the cause of Home Rule buried, James Monroe of Scotland Yard takes over anti-Fenian ops in London, as Salisbury sacks Jenkinson. In March 87 the Times paper implicated Parnell in the Phoenix Park murders using forged letters by a journalist Richard Piggott. Dudley-Edwards comments, then Parnell's reaction explained. In New York Andrew Sullivan sends 3 bombers to Liverpool it's June 1887, J Monroe believes there's ? in Westminster Abbey, Christy Campbell explains his reaction, the Liverpool bombers had been delayed and the British agent Miller was in Bologna. The American met Parnell MP James Nolan in Westminster, Monroe's men follow them, after Lord Balfour wrote to his uncle Lord Salisbury in Sth/London the Americans were arrested, 1 dies of TB, at Coroners Court, Monroe reveals Jubilee Plot and names F Miller as chief suspect. Miller back in Mexico, gets request from Salisbury to testify in London court that Parnell knew about Jubilee Plot. Christy Campbell comments. Parnell demands select committee inquiry into Times letters, Dudley-Edwards comments on commission make-up as anti-Parnell, and details the events at the inquiry as British witnesses give evidence, Piggott's letter profiled, then he breaks down admitting he forged them, he shot himself in Madrid, Parnell was vindicated, Christy Campbell comments as F Miller is found dead in New York on 10th April, possibly murdered, he was buried with the honours of an Irish patriot. The Commission said paramilitaries involved in Land League agitation and said the violence accusations were "not proven". Parnell's downfall would come due to his affair with Kitty O'Shea, he would die aged 44 in Brighton in Autumn 1891. In Dublin he's in Glasnevin Cemetery. Home Rule would never come again. Roy Hattersley, Christy Campbell comment. | ||
DVD No. |
D07060 | Tape No. |
385 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9482 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme gives us the facts on socialism in Ireland. Also a report on the story of the UDA. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385A | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Irealnd | Record No. |
5567 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
|
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Lets Talk | ||
Description: |
This programme give us a discussion from Enniskillen on the 20th anniversary of the Enniskillen Bomb of 1987. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385A | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5568 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In Derry an off duty PSNI man has been shot and wounded as he left his child to school. Film report on the attack with reaction from local Niamh Grant, Fr Roland Colhoun, Cllr John Tierney (SDLP), then statement from SF's M McGuiness, then PSNI ACC Paul Leighton's views. In the studio Vincent Kearney gives his analysis of who's behind the attack. The alleged leader of the PIRA Thomas "Slab" Murphy has appeared in court in the Republic on tax evasion charges. Film report from Ardec courthouse. In Enniskillen, services took place today on the 20th anniversary of the death of 11 people in the PIRA's Remembrance Day bombing in 1987. Film report with journalist Denzil McDaniel's comments. (1.30pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07060 | Tape No. |
384 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9483 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
14 mins 14 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Diss/republicans are being blamed for shooting an off duty RC, PSNI officer in Derry as he left his child at school. Film report with PSNI Ch/Superintendent Richard Russell's reaction, then DCC Paul Leighton's views, then Fr Roland Colhoun's views, followed by former Police Board member Brendan Duddy's reaction. Then SF's M McGuiness gives his reaction, followed by DUP's G Campbell, and UUP's Basil McCrea views, the Police Board Chairman Des Rea's views, followed by reaction of Terry Spence of the Police Federation. In a Co Lough court the alleged head of PIRA Thomas Slab Murphy (58) faces tax evasion charges. Film report. An inquest into the death of INLA leader Hugh "Cueball" Torney in an internal INLA feud, has heard he was armed when shot 14 times in Lurgan in 1996. Film report with film clips, of Torney and Liam McAnoy who survived the attack although wounded report says Torney killed 3 leading loyalists on the Shankill. Today is 20th anniversary of Enniskillen bombing in 1987 that killed 11 people. Film report on today's service at Enniskillen cenotaph with Joan Wilson on her daughter Marie, then Jim Dixon on forgiveness, then Noreen Hill on the loss of her husband Ronnie, followed by Aileen Quinton's reaction to no one being charged. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07060 | Tape No. |
385A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9484 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson the first segment has him interview Frank Gallagher of the Ulster Political Research Group (UPRG) the political voice of the loyalist paramilitary group the UDA. On Remembrance Sunday the UDA is expected to release a statement about its future, Gallagher is asked will the UDA be putting itself out of business, he says he believes it will be a positive statement for the future but as yet he doesn't know exact content, he hopes it will be a commitment to normal politics, regeneration of their community, end of bringing price and dignity to their communities. He says the recent trouble in loyalist areas has been because the UDA has tackled drug dealers and criminals in their areas, both men then argue over the content of the International Monitoring Commission report, comments on the UDA and its alleged involvement on drug dealing, and the recent death in North Belfast of a 16 year old who his family allege got drugs from the UDA, Gallagher denies the PSNI found any drugs in UDA homes in Bangor's Kilkooley Estate, other than what was for personal use, he says, he denies the UDA organised the riot in the area. On decommissioning, he says the government helped republicans with politics, but he claims they just want loyalists to decommission then get lost, loyalists want the same attention republicans got he says. Nobody is looking out for loyalists even the DUP he says. Next in the If You Ask Me Spot Malachi O'Doherty comments on the wearing of a British Legion poppy in N Ireland, whey he doesn't wear one and why he thinks others do. He feels war should be remembered in other ways, as it is all about suffering and dying. Next N Thompson says this week used to see the celebration of Revolution Day in Russia in 1917, then President Putin abolished it. Does that mean that socialism is really dead, Thompson asks, then a film report from Julia Paul explores the idea socialism is dead, she visit's a meeting of the Socialist Party in Belfast where Gary Mulcahy the regional organiser of the party highlights their grass roots activity against water charges, he believes class politics will emerge here in time, then Stephen Boyd, the party NEC member predicts a recession is coming and people will vote for them, then SDLP's Alex Attwood claims they are a social democratic party, and Micky Brady of SF claims they are a socialist party, Julia Paul then comments on the 1907 Dock Workers Strike and Linenhall Library's John Gray comments on how that worked out, as 100,000 RCs and Prods joined together in a great demonstration. Then journalist Hugh Jordan gives his views on socialism today. The next piece examines the problem around people born in NI, playing for the Republic. In the studio DUP's G Campbell outlines his beliefs on the matter, opposed by the SDLP MLA Pat Ramsey. | ||
DVD No. |
D07070 | Tape No. |
385A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9485 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 8th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Let's Talk | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This programme comes live from Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh on the 20th anniversary of the PIRA bomb attack on the Remembrance Day service at the towns cenotaph that killed 11 people. Presented by Mark Carruthers, the format involved members of the audience asking questions of a panel of politicians The panel on this show are Peter Quinn, a Fermanagh businessman and former president of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), DUP MLA Edwin Poots who is Minister for Culture, Arts and Leisure, Dublin Fianna Fail (FF) TD Mary O'Rourke, and SDLP MP and deputy leader Alaistair McDonnell. Throughout the show members of the public and phone or text their comments about the issues raised and they are shown along the bottom of the TV screen. The first question comes from Neil Thornton, a student ..who asks will the Remembrance Day bombers ever be brought to justice, Edwin Poots (DUP) says they won't face justice on this side of life, even if convicted because of 1998 Good Friday Agreement they won't serve life sentences. Peter Quinn (GAA) also says probably not, they won't face justice, he praises Unionist communities for their efforts at healing after the bombing especially Gordon Wilson. He accepts the issue is still important for the Unionist community. Mary O'Rourke (FF) then praises Gordon Wilson also, for his time in the Senead. An audience member asks should we not have a Truth Commission to look at this crime, as this would encourage the perpetrators to come forward. A McDonnell (SDLP) also says we need a victim based enquiry process, and a Victims Commission appointed to give victims a sense of closure. Mary O'Rourke (FF) says in the Republic, they wouldn't rule out someone talking in the future, there is never closure after atrocities. Then Sam Foster (UUP) recalls the explosion and the injured, he criticises Peter Quinn's comments. Jim Dixon hurt in the bombing laments the lack of justice, he says it wasn't even investigated at the time, never mind 20 years later, when it will have no outcome, he criticises the makeup of the panel, 3 nationalists, 1 Protestant, he's ashamed of the South he says as it protected terrorists. Mary O'Rourke rejects his criticism of the South as a terror haven. Edwin Poots says Dixon reflects the views of many victims, he doubts whether a Truth Commission will work and comments on removal of Enniskillen victims pictures from the town's fire station. On an audience vote only 4 people favour truth commission. Peter Quinn doubts a truth commission would work here, but we shouldn't forget the past. Next question asked is from Glen Charles who asks does the recent FIFA decision on NI footballers playing for the Republic means the NI team will be exclusively from the Unionist community. Edwin Poots (DUP) isn't happy with FIFA's ruling, saying it will open a hornets' nest, he praises the UK regions set up as it is presently. Mary O'Rourke doesn't agree with Poots and says these things will work themselves out. A McDonnell says people have the right to choose who they play for. The possibility of all Ireland team is briefly discussed. Peter Quinn says the NI team support in the nationalist community is very low, it would prefer an all Irish team. Edwin Poots attacks Irish rugby teams treatment of Ulster players, Sam Foster calls for 2 separate teams for 2 separate jurisdictions. Michael O'Donaghue then asks does the panel think the time is right for mainland British and parties from the Republic to organise in N Ireland. Mary O'Rourke (FF) says they are going to discuss setting up in NI but it's not a rush to do it, A McDonnell (SDLP) says he expects a political realignment here, since things have stabilised the SDLP will be talking to all parties about that, then Edwin Poots has a dig at the Ulster Unionists talking to the SDLP, then Peter Quinn says he was a member of Fianna Fail, he believes a merger between SDLP and FF might happen. Edwin Poots says the DUP will stand against whoever enters the elections here, the DUP have got FF to park the issue of the union. The panel then comment on whether politics is moving towards right and left or crowding into the centre as a McDonnell believes. Then Nial Cooley asks will an Irish Language Act enrich our culture or just prove divisive, Peter Quinn says it would enrich the culture but it will be also divisive, he feels Irish speakers have the right to use their language, he is chairman of RTE/TNG the Irish speaking TV station, A McDonnell also wants an Irish Language Act as it's in the St Andrew's deal. Minister Poots DUP supports his decision not to introduce an Irish Act quoting the cost element and its divisive nature as he sees it, he says the SF and SDLP ministers wouldn't give up money to finance Irish Act, and he rejects the idea an Irish Language Act was not part of St Andrew's Agreement. Mary O'Rourke says language should be judged on cost alone, it's a cultural thing, she cross examines Edwin Poots on the matter. Peter Quinn says Irish isn't diminishing in the Republic as E Poots claimed, he questions E Poots over breaking the St Andrew's Agreement, which again Poots says were only proposals, and that the Irish language needs to be depoliticised by those who have politicised it. Members of the audience then comment briefly on the topic. (Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07070 | Tape No. |
385A |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9486 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 11th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
59 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
The Poppy Day Bomb | ||
Description: |
This documentary marks the 20th anniversery of the Provisional IRA bombing of Enniskillen's Poppy Day in 1987; which killed eleven people. It interviews survivors and relatives of victims and shows TV film clips of the days events. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5563 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 11th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
26 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Journalist Vincent Kearney profiles today's UDA statement about its attitude to decommissioning. Also there is a report on DUP/UUP clash in Stormont on health issues. Politicans, S. Wilson (DUP), B. McIlduff (SF) and F. Cobain (UUP), discuss the roles of Committee Chairmen. This is followed by a discussion on the seven super councils idea. Finally, there is a look back at Belfast's role in the slave trade with Linen Hall Librarian John Grey's comments. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
385 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5564 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 11th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
26 mins 45 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
The Politics Show | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Jim Fitzpatrick, he begins by announcing that the UDA had decided earlier today to announce it was standing down the UFF (Ulster Freedom Fighters) and its weapons would be put beyond use, and it would put a new emphasis on taking a political role. Then a film clip shows the UDA statement being read out at a Remembrance Day event at Sandy Row, which also includes UDA leader Jackie McDonald's comments and verbal attack on SDLP Minister Margaret Ritchie over he demands for UDA decommissioning. Then in the studio BBC journalist Vincent Kearney gives his analysis of the UDA statement, he says the UDA isn't going away, it's just standing down a part of its organisation the UFF, it won't however be decommissioning although did say weapons would be put beyond use, V Kearney explains that McDonald told him the statement means the guns won't be used again, Vincent Kearney then explains what McDonald meant by saying the UDA must get more political. In a next piece Jim Fitzpatrick explains the role of committees in Stormont and their relationship to ministers, to illustrate what happens when committee chairpersons and ministers fall out, he shows a film clip of DUP's Irish Robinson clashing with UUP Health Minister M McGimpsey. Then in the studio 3 committee chairman Sammy Wilson (DUP) Barry McIlduff (SF) and Fred Cobain (UUP) who are in dispute with the ministers comment on their cases, but first they comment on Irish Robinson's row with M McGimpsey. S Wilson praises her role and justifies her actions. Barry McIlduff then gives his view on Iris followed by comment on his row with DUP's Edwin Poots over the Irish Language Act's dismissal, then Fred Cobain (UUP) comments on herewith minister over water charges and then he attacks Irish Robinson's views. All 3 men then discuss the roles of committees in Parliament and the pros and cons of how the system works. Followed by a further discussion on today's UDA statement, he calls the UDA parasites on the loyalist community and drug dealers i.e. Barry McIlduff (SF). Then Sammy Wilson criticises the existence still of the IRA Army Council, on the UDA he says he'll wait and see how it works out. The next report looks at the plans for 7 super councils in N Ireland which now won't happen, Cllr Sean McPeake of the NI Local Government Assoc explains how they are not impressed with the decision. The case of the Magherafelt bypass is profiled with Donald McClean's comments. But local SDLP MLA Patsy McGlone doesn't think Cllrs are up to the task of taking major traffic management decisions at present anyway. He cites the John Lewis store of the Giant's Causeway decisions as examples. Then Gemma Jobling a local planning consultant says its local planning officers take the decision not Cllrs, she feels moving planning powers to local councils will increase public accountability and increase efficiency. At present councils here control around 5 or 6% of local government spending in England they control 35% of public spending. Sean McPeake comments on rates burden increases, then Environment Minister Arlene Foster (DUP) wants local councils to have a local plan for their area, with central government keeping control of strategic planning only. Back with Jim Fitzpatrick, he says it's 200 years since the abolition of slavery, it's been believed Belfast had nothing to do with the slave trade, but Fitzpatrick says that's not true, the Linenhall Library is running an exhibition called Hidden Connections showing various Ulster connections with slavery, Librarian John Gray comments on Belfast's connections to the sugar plantations in the West Indies through its shoe makers and Wadell Cunningham did own a slave plantation called Belfast. He comments on the newspaper attitudes to slavery. | ||
DVD No. |
D07070 | Tape No. |
385 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9487 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 11th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
58 mins 41 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
The Poppy Day Bomb | ||
Description: |
This documentary on the 20th anniversary of the Enniskillen Remembrance Day bombing by the PIRA that killed 11 people looks back to the events of that day with old TV film clips and interviews relatives of those killed and some of the injured for their views now on the attack. It begins with a mixture of film clips of the aftermath and the comments of survivors recollections of that explosion, and that day, then author of the Remembrance Sunday Bombing, Denziel McDaniel profiles the town of Enniskillen (14,000 pop) and community relations there then survivor Stephen Ross comments, the programme then looks back to the 1981 hunger strike and how the election of Bobby Sands split the community. Denziel McDaniel's calls it a sectarian head count, then S Ross on the violence in the town, followed by trauma counsellor David Bolton's views. The programme then profiles Enniskillen's strong military history, it's home of Enniskillen Fusiliers and Dragoons for 300 years. David Bolton reflects on the importance of Remembrance Sunday in the town then Denziel McDaniel's views. Fr Sean Cahill reflects on the lesser degree of Catholic support for Remembrance service. Julian Armstrong recalls going with his father every year, then S Ross views and David Bolton views on the ceremony. Prof Richard English QUB then details what the South Fermanagh PIRA were preparing the night before Remembrance Sunday, Joan Wilson recalls what her family were doing on the eve of the service, then injured man Jim Dixon recalls the eve as does former UUP Cllr Sam Foster. Meanwhile the PIRA planted the 40lb bomb in a hall known as the Reading Rooms, on Remembrance Day S Ross, D Bolton, Stella Robinson, Julian Armstrong, Noreen Hill, Joan Wilson, Gerry Burns (the Council Chief Executive), Jim Dixon all recall gathering at the cenotaph. At 10.43 am the bomb goes off, all the above people recall hearing it going off, film clip shows the aftermath and panic, as does still photos, D McDenziel describes the recollections of the aftermath. Joan Wilson recalls Gordon, her husband's reaction, his daughter Marie was buried in the rubble, Julian Armstrong recalls struggling out of the rubble, he found his mother dead, his father was also dead, David Bolton recalls, then Catholic priest recalls hearing about the blast during mass, he told audience it was a massacre of the innocent, in London Aileen Quinton saw a TV news flash, she knew her mother would be there, David Bolton goes to the Erne Hospital where a disaster plan was in operation, surgeon Malcolm Brown recalls the first injuries arriving, more still photos of the scene shown here, Dr Andrew McKibben's a surgeon that day recalls the severe crush injuries caused by the falling masonry, then Rev David Cupples recalls the hospital scene, as does David Bolton, who recalls talking to Gordon Wilson, then Joan recalls asking about where his daughter Marie. As more relatives arrive at the hospital to see loved ones, Noreen Hill recalls her husband Ronnie who was seriously injured, he was taken to Altnagelvin Hospital in Derry with Jim Dixon and Stephen Ross, he recalls his injuries and the pain, back at the Erne, Joan Wilson is taken to see Marie who's seriously injured and only just alive, she recalls those last moments of Marie's life. The programme then shows the photos of the 11 people who died that day, Fr Sean Cahill describes the silence in the town, Gerry Burns says he could feel the aggressiveness coming over the horizon, D Bolton says it was centre of world attention, 9 pm BBC News and paper headlines shown, Gerry Burns felt it could have started a civil war, film clip of M Thatcher's reaction shown. The PIRA admitted responsibility for the bombing but said it was a mistake, they meant to kill Crown Forces, D McDaniel comments on their reaction, then Prof R English's views on republican response. A film clip shows Paul Corrigan the SF Chair of Fermanagh Council, unionist anger focused on him, Prof R English comments, then SDLP Cllr John O'Kane recalls how difficult things were for nationalists after the bombing, within the Council Chamber, a film clip shows SF Cllr Paul Corrigan's statement to the press, Fr Sean Cahill, John O'Kane talk of nationalist sense of shame D Bolton felt it was worrying moment in NI history, that same day Gordon Wilson gave a TV interview on his daughter Marie's death that changed the whole atmosphere in the town, a TV clip shows the comments. D Bolton praises his words, Noreen Hill also, then Joan Wilson comments on her husband's views, as does Julian Armstrong, G Wilson gave new heart to people, but some like Sam Foster weren't happy, Joan recalls hurtful letters he got, Margaret Veitch, D Bolton comment on the media attitude to Gordon Wilson's comments. Film clips then show the funerals in the days following. D Bolton recalls the silent, large funerals. Fr Sean Cahill describes the community mourning. M Veitch recalls her feelings, then Aileen Quinton, then D McDenzil's views on the community's trauma after the funerals were over. Meanwhile Stephen Ross recalls the horrendous operations he had to go through, and a film clip shows him in hospital, also in the same ward was Jim Dixon who also suffered devastating injuries, a still photo is shown, as Jim describes his injuries. But for Ronnie Hill there was to be no recovery, his wife Noreen recalls his physical injuries and his coma for 13 years, he died on 28/12/2000. The bombers have never been caught, the Historical Inquiries Team (HET) is looking at the case, film clip shows PIRA mortar team, while Prof R English recalls the reaction among IRA men to the Enniskillen bombing, then SDLP's vote collapses. D McDenziel also comments on this internal debate, D Bolton calls the bombing a crossroads, but today 20 years on those injured and bereaved still live with its legacy, Joan Wilson recalls Gordon's death, Stephen Ross comments on his life to date, D Bolton comments on how we should not forget, but how should we remember he asks. D McDenziel also comments on remembering as does S Ross who feels remember the past as an incentive to build the future, then Julian Armstrong on coping without parents, film clip of today's service at the cenotaph, followed by closing comments of D Bolton, J Armstrong. | ||
DVD No. |
D07080 | Tape No. |
385 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9488 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 12th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
13 mins 10 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Today following yesterday's UDA statement it would stand down the UFF but wouldn't decommission, the International Monitoring Commission told the UDA it was time to decommission now. A film report reviews the UDA ceremony and statement from Sandy Row yesterday, and outlines its plans for the UDA, with comments of UDA leader Jackie McDonald, then reaction from Rev Mervyn Gibson of the Loyalist Commission who calls the statement highly significant. Then report on today's IMC view of the UDA weapons, with comments again of J McDonald and reaction from IMC's John Alderdyce. The IMC also said the death of Paul Quinn in Sth Armagh was over a local dispute but those involved had strong PIRA connections, IMC's John Grieve explains their views. At Stormont political reaction from Ken Reid, film reports shows M McGuiness sceptical over UDA's recent moves, then DUP's G Campbell's reaction, also DUP's J Donaldson warns of implications if PIRA killed Paul Quinn, while SF's C Murphy denies PIRA was involved. A further report from Ivan Little examines the reaction of Teresa Slane to the UDA statement, her husband Gerard was killed in Sept 1988 by the UDA. Brian Nelson was involved, Teresa doubts the UDA words and highlights British/Intell role in arming the UDA. Then from Derry a film report looks at reaction from the family of Eddie Fullerton a SF Cllr killed by the UFF on 25/5/91, Amanda Fullerton feels the UDA hasn't went far enough Guns linked to Fullerton's killing were linked to 13 other murders, Amanda claims the security forces colluded with the killers. Bulletin ends with reports of shooting in Dungannon involving a serving PSNI officer. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07080 | Tape No. |
385 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9489 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 13th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
22 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
The Killing Of Paul Quinn | ||
Description: |
This programme look at the thery on who killed South Armagh man Paul Quinn last October. His family blame the killing on the Provisional IRA in the area. Former Sinn Fein councillor Jim Allister, Jeffery Donaldson (DUO) and Journalist Suzanne Breen all give their views. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
386 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5569 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 13th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
22 mins 7 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Paul Quinn Killing | ||
Description: |
(First 5 minutes of this documentary are missing) It profiles the views of the Quinn family in South Armagh about who killed their son Paul last month and were the PIRA involved in the murder. It also profiles the influence of the PIRA in Sth/Armagh. It begins with Breige and Stephen Quinn describing their son Paul's injuries and the moment of his death in hospital, then SDLP Cllr Geraldine Donnelly, a family friend recalls going to the hospital. The parents then describe their son as a good lad who was always telling jokes, then Emma Murphy his girlfriend also describes him as funny, then Fr Kevin Cullen gives his recollections of Paul, film clip of his funeral is shown, as Fr K Cullen recalls the service, then Emma recalls the funeral. The programme then says Paul was born and reared in Sth Armagh were 150 policemen and soldiers have been killed during the Troubles by the PIRA, it was an IRA heartland and the IRA was the law. Film clip shows masked IRA men. Former Sinn Fein Cllr Jim McAllister comments on their influence, then SF MLA MP and Minister Conor Murphy says SF accept the PSNI are the law, since the SF Ard Fheis voted in favour of that, other people in Sth/Armagh are pursuing a criminal agenda he claims. A film clip then shows Jim McAllister a family friend state that the Quinn's believe the PIRA were behind Paul's murder. Following an altercation with individual members of the Provo's movement and he was told to leave the country but he refused to obey that demand. SF President Gerry Adams said republicans weren't involved, those who done it were criminals he said, linked to fuel smuggling. Conor Murphy then says Paul Quinn was involved with fuel smugglers, his father admits Paul did make money driving lorries from time to time for local people, Pat McNamee a former SF MLA and IRA prisoner who has left the party over them accepting policing, says Paul may have been involved in smuggling at some time in his life, but he and Jim McAllister had anything to do with his murder. Jim Allister says he was killed for standing up to those who still call themselves the PIRA and this involved him fighting with the son of the PIRA OC in Sth/Armagh. Jim Allister explains the details of this fight. Stephen Quinn says he had another run in with another republican and gave him a black eye, Paul told his father he had been warned. Conor Murphy speaks up on behalf of an unnamed republican, named to the press who Murphy says had nothing to do with Paul's death. Murphy denies republican involvement, Pat McNamee says he believes PIRA just meant to beat him, not kill him. The PSNI were investigating a claim Paul was involved in the burning of a lorry carrying illegal fuel, film clip of lorry shown, then Jim Allister denies he was a big time criminal, Pat McNamee lists the preparedness of the attackers as pointing to members of the PIRA but Conor Murphy denies it again, Stephen Quinn says the attackers told the friends of Paul, we are the bosses around here, Jim McAllister says the Ira in Sth Armagh at a senior level, but SF Conor Murphy says this is a concerted attempt to damage SF's peace strategy they are manipulating the families grief, Breige Quinn denies this. The DUP's J Donaldson MP/MLA outlines their views if it's proven that SF/IRA were involved in the killing. Film clip shows him asking question at Westminster, Journalist Suzanne Breen says SF won't be held to account, and she believes PIRA were involved. Perhaps IRA denials that were later admitted are mentioned, Jean McConville, Frank Kerr and Garda Gerry McCabe, Conor Murphy comments on these cases. Pat McNamee says political pressure will protect SF, with a cover up and a whitewash the parents want the gang arrested and for people to give info to the Garda, they want no retaliation of any kind. DUP's J Donaldson says they won't sweep the issue under the carpet, but Suzanne Breen calls the DUP hypocritical, the IMC says former and current PIRA members were involved, film clip shows UUP's Lord Laird in House of Lords comments, Emma Murphy; Breige Quinn comment on how they feel. | ||
DVD No. |
D07080 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9490 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 14th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
19 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A house fire in Omagh that killed a family of seven call McElhill is now believed to be an arson attack. Film report as murder inquiry begins, names the family members, report on grief from Omagh neighbours and friends, then Ch/Superintendent Norman Baxter's press statement, he won't say the father Arthur McElhill started the fire, then SF's Martin McGuiness comments, then local parent, Denise Ferry gives her reaction to the deaths. A further report hears Mark McGlyn describe his attempt to save the family from the fire, but the fire beat him back, he saw Arthur McElhill sitting down staring at him, then report covers religious service at Sacred Heart Church in Omagh with comments of Mass goers on the family, with views of family friend Andrew Moore, followed by a further family report on the wider family circle's grief in Fermanagh and Cavan, with views of Fr Gabriel Kelly. Then back to Omagh for an update on the latest news from the fire scene. The inquest into the loyalist murder of a North Belfast Catholic man Gerard Lawlor was dramatically stopped today by a High Court Judge, the family wanted it suspended until an HET/Ombudsman's report on possible collusion in the murder was explored, but the Coroner decided not to wait. The murder in July 2002 is recalled with witness statement to the shooting. Before the Coroner finished, the order came in from the High Court Judge to suspend proceedings. The details of the Judge's ruling are given. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D07080 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9491 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 19th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
5 mins 51 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then film report on major PSNI anti-car theft operation in West Belfast by the Auto-Crime Unit, with unnamed officers comments. In Stormont DUP MLA Iris Robinson was suspended for a day for unparliamentarily language to UUP Health Minister M McGimpsey, film report on Mrs Robinson's refusal to withdraw her remarks, then reaction from Maurice Morrow (DUP) and the speaker William Hay (DUP). (6.30 pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07080 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9492 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 20th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Meehens War and Peace | ||
Description: |
A profile of the life of veteran Ardoyne republican, Martin Meehan using interviews and TV footage. Also political reaction to his death from friends and foes. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
386 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5570 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 20th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 14 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Meehan's War and Peace | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Kevin Magee this programme profiles the life of veteran republican Martin Meehan from Belfast's Ardoyne district, he died recently, it says the story of Meehan is the story of the IRA in modern times. Programme begins with a vox pop of comments from Eamon McCann (Derry journalist), Brian Feeney (SDLP), Chris McGimpsey (UUP) and Gerry Kelly (SF) on Meehan, and show a film clip of his funeral and some still photos of Meehan. Kevin Magee then says tonight's programme will ask just what did Martin Meehan's war achieve, Kevin lists the various Spotlight's Meehan has appeared in over the years of the peace process, he then says that Spotlight will use archive footage of Martin's story within the IRA to show his story is the story of the PIRA from the 60s to the present. Meehan was the first person convicted of PIRA membership and the last detainee released. He begins in 1966 when Meehan joined the IRA, using still photos of him and Adams in IRA clothing with an archive film clip of both at an IRA funeral, then in an 1998 Spotlight Meehan recalls the day he joined the IRA. In 1964 in Divis St a row over a flag at a SF office film clip show, Meehan was there, also there was Brian Feeney, he recalls that day. Then a clip of CRA march followed by clip of Ian Paisley Snr condemning it, Oct 5th 1968 Duke St, Derry, a film clip shows RUC charge on the banned parade. Eamon McCann and Ivan Cooper, 2 CRA's leaders recall this as the day the Troubles started, film clip of Paddy Douglas being hit with a baton allegedly, that day Meehan was arrested in Derry for assaulting an RUC man, Eamon McCann remembers him back in Derry a year later. In Belfast, loyalists attacked the Ardoyne, Meehan fired at them, in summer 1970, Martin Meehan's son recalls the shooting of 3 loyalists dead, he says people blamed his father, on the Shankill Chris McGimpsey comments. Film clips then show fighting in Ardoyne between army and locals pre internment, the Green Howards were suffering heavy casualties, army intelligence blamed Meehan, in 2006 interview he denied that. In 2006 Spotlight Meehan met Green Howard Lt Burridge, he recalls his hatred and fear of Meehan, then both recall a violent encounter in a club, when Burridge says he was going to stab Meehan in Nov 71, photo shows battered Meehan at that time. Meehan recalls "sewer rats" attack on Flax Mill Army Base, film clip recalls the attack, then Meehan recalls shooting solder who whistles at girl. Chris McGimpsey comments on naïve Meehan, Meehan recalls Dec 71 escape from Crumlin Rd Jail, film clip of his Dundalk press conference. In the 80s/90s Meehan spent time in NI jail having been convicted of kidnapping. SF's Gerry Kelly recalls meeting him in Crumlin Rd Jail saying he was a legend, n 1991 Meehan son Martin Og joined him in the H Blocks, he recalls that time with his father in jail. Speaking in 1998 Meehan Snr recalls that time, and its impact on him, he hadn't wanted his children to endure what he had. Gerry Kelly recalls the prison debates on a peace process as things headed for a draw. In a 2002 Spotlight in advance of a formal PIRA announcement Meehan Snr declared his war was over. In politics he stood in Sth Antrim and wasn't elected, he was replaced there by Mitchell McLaughlin, Gerry Kelly denies Meehan was an embarrassment to the SF party, PUP's Ken Wilkinson says Meehan Snr divided the Sth/Antrim community with his militancy. In Facing the Past programme Meehan meets Lt Burridge in the same Ardoyne club they fought in 30 years before, film clip of meeting shown. Ken Wilkinson (PUP) then recalls meaningful dialogue with Meehan Snr, he recalls arm wrestling contest at WWI battlefield sites, at this year SF's Ard Fheis he voted to back the police, film clip shows his speech. B Feeney talks about republican vote on the police, then Eamonn McCann comments on the armed struggle what was it all about. Chris McGimpsey (UUP) says republicans failed, G Kelly believes a United Ireland is much closer, at his funeral SF's G Adams reveals before his death M Meehan Snr has been threatened by dissident republicans. Ken Magee ends by saying Meehan was a gunman who cast a long shadow. | ||
DVD No. |
D07090 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9493 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Nov 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
This was a studio debute between John O'Down (SF) and D. Ford (Alliance) over his legislation inactivity claims about the Executive. There is also a report on political crisis in Belgium's mandatory coalition. Finally there is a preview of McCartney sisters book on the murder of their brother Raymond. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
386 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5571 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Nov 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 47 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then a sectarian clash in Portadown has sparked echoes of the murder in that town of Robert Hamill in 1997, film report shows CCTV footage of assault on Catholic youths by loyalists and a PSNI Land Rover drives by without stopping. SDLP's MLA Dolores Kelly gives her reaction. The Executive has met at Stormont today, Ken Reid comments on their decision to wind up the NI events company. Culture Minister Edwin Poots comments, then Ken Reid comments on M Ritchie (SDLP) views on the Executive's budget. Also in Stormont the SF MLA Francie Molloy has challenged the DUP's ? Simpson to repeat his allegation he's an informer outside of Parliament. Film report on Simpson's claim Molloy killed his cousin in the 1970s and then became an informer, then Francie Molloy's reaction, he says Simpson's other cousin was a convicted UVF murdered. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07090 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9494 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 22nd Nov 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, the programme begins with a discussion in the studio, following the Alliance Party's attack on the DUP/SF programme for government as pathetic, the SDLP and UUP shared these misgivings voting on an amendment which noted a lack of originality in the programme. In the studio David Ford (Alliance leader) outlines his views and denies the SF/DUP allegation he's out to undermine the Executive. He says the SF/DUP have had a year to prepare this programme. For SF John O'Dowd, he says the document is out for consultation, this is only the start, they couldn't possibly publish all the planned legislation at once, he says the SDLP/UUP voted against their own ministers, the UUP Tom Elliott says they won't be railroaded yet their ministers came in with the programme, as Thompson points out. These 3 politicians continue the arguments in detail about the programme with allegation and counter allegation, around policies on education, local government etc. Tom Elliott says his party is always keeping opposition under consideration. D Ford gives his opinion on the Alliance view of going into opposition mode, if the UUP and SDLP did. John O'Dowd (SF) accuses Alliance of wanting to tear down the Executive. The next topic featured by Noel Thompson is the current situation in Belgium where 5 months after their election the two main parties representing Belgium's two distinct communities can't agree on forming a power sharing government There's speculation the country could be about to split in two. Their political system is based on the same model as the Good Friday Agreement (GFA). A film report from Julia Paul in Brussels examines what's been going wrong between French speaking Walloons and Dutch speaking Flemish, she says it's a very divided society, and highlights street signs and flags as examples. Politics researcher Caroline Sagesser outlines the internal border in Belgium and its history then politics expert Robin Wilson comments on the talks being held over years and their effect on Belgium, it's similar to NI he says. Film clip shows Vlaams Belang Party meeting (Flemish) Filip De Winter explains their attitude, they want independence not federalism, he denies he's racist or anti-Walloon, a vox pop of ordinary Flemish follows. Then Prof Rik Torfs comments on the Belgian identity idea, he says it doesn't meant anything. Julia Paul feels NI should watch closely what's happening in Belgium. In the If You Ask Me Spot, journalist Newton Emerson comments on the day of the Chairman of the Strategic Investment Board, and its payment of £638,000 to a firm owned by one of SIB's board. He lambasts SIB's public/private partnerships failures to date. £42m a year is paid to NI consultancy firms like Deloitte and Price Water House Coopers, the Teresa Townsley case is profiled as an example, he highlights the fact we have no commissioner here to police the public sector and profiles how Hong Kong handled a similar problem. The murder of Robert McCartney early in 2005 is the next topic raised by N Thompson, the case made headlines around the world as the family claimed Sinn Fein and the PIRA were involved in a cover-up to protect the killers, the campaign made them friends in Brussels, White House but it saw them having to move out of their Short Strand homes. One of the sisters Catherine McCartney has put all those experiences into a book titled Walls of Silence, she explains why she wrote the book, to tell the truth about Robert's murder and as a legacy for Robert's two children. She comments on the investigation into Robert's murder and the various political agendas, they came up against and how politicians got decommissioning out of the affair, she outlines what more the political leaders could have done for the family, she also includes why they went down to the SF Ard Fheis in Dublin 2005m, and what she's learnt from the whole affair. Programme ends with comic taxi driver routine. | ||
DVD No. |
D07090 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9495 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 23rd Nov 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 27 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, a Belfast court today rejected an application by German authorities to extradite Roisin McAliskey (daughter of Bernadette Devlin) on charges relating to a 1996 bomb attack on British Army base in Osnabruck. Film report hears that 7 years ago British Home/Sec Jack Straw had decided not to extradite Roisin on medical grounds, report also includes Bernadette McAliskey's reaction. Also in Belfast courts today loyalist Michael Stone was returned for trial on charges of attempting to kill SF's G Adams and M McGuiness at Stormont, 12 months ago. Next story is a breaking political story, Ken Reid comments on the fact a new Unionist Party is to be formed here around people in the DUP unhappy with the Party going into government with SF. He says the grouping will be called Traditional Unionist Values led by DUP MEP Jim Allister. In Rome tomorrow Catholic Archbishop Sean Brady will be made a cardinal. Film report from Rome on the significance of the event, Ireland now will have 3 cardinals. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07090 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9496 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
24 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Blues In The Bay | ||
Description: |
This programme shows investigations into loyalist paramilitary drug dealers in Belfast's Tiger Bay area and gives interviews with local youths and mothers. It also profiles Sam Robinson (UDA) and the reaction from the UDA leaders. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
386 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5572 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
7 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, in recent months searches have continued for the remains of the Disappeared, a report highlights the trauma the families still suffer, tonight the wife and daughter of Sth Armagh man Charlie Armstrong tell their story, he went missing on Sun 16th August 1981 as he went to mass, his wife Kathleen recalls, then Ann McShane outlines what she thinks happened, relating to his car, they believes he was killed by the PIRA by accident, an anonymous letter they received 6 years ago is shown, it led to a search at Enniskeen bog land in Monaghan. But 2 separate digs were unsuccessful, they want more info. Next report previews tonight's insight programme which deals with the recent death of Dean Clarke in the Tiger's Bay area of North Belfast from a drugs overdose, drug dealers are giving free heroin kit to their customers, the programme claims. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07090 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9497 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
2 mins 50 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Film report from Rome on the Pope's making Catholic Archbishop Sean Brady (68) a cardinal, with comments of Armagh people who went to Rome and then film report of Ireland's President Mary McAleese reception for Sean Brady in Ireland's Rome Embassy. Labour Minister Shaun Woodward praises the Cardinal, then SF's Martin McGuiness comments, Ireland's 3 cardinals pose for a photo. (6.30pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07090 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9498 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 26th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
23 mins 49 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Insight | ||
Programme Title: |
Blues in the Bay | ||
Description: |
Following the recent death of Dean Clarke (16) in the loyalist Tiger's Bay area of North Belfast, after he took drugs supplied and sold to him by loyalist paramilitaries, this programme profiles the drugs culture in this area and the role of the UDA in it. It's presented by reporter Sharon O'Neill. It begins with a vox pop of local opinions, then an anonymous man claims he sells drugs for the UDA and he explains how their system works, how the UDA protects him and he made "a good living". Then Dawn Cole speaks for the mothers of the area, they want the dealers out, she calls them people with no conscience, then Anjie Wallace comments. In a local snooker hall, youths comment on Dean Clarke, firstly Lawrence Davison, then Norah Calder says drug dealers ruined his life, an actor's voice for the drug dealer says the UDA makes 100% profit. Six weeks ago another youth was found collapsed after taking Blues, he lived, Sharon O'Neill then profiles these tablets they take called "Blues" which contain horse tranquilizer, pharmacist Terry Maguire says they are lethal, and explains why, detailing the contents of the pills. On Thurs Oct 25th Dean Clarke took 22 Blues, Dawn Cole and Anjie Wallace comment on the 50p buzz, Dean's cousin Ryan Longman tells Sharon O'Neill he warned his cousin of the dangers, another youth Jamie McDonald admits taking Blues, he recalls the effects. An unidentified mother of 8 children describes buying the tablets to get some sleep, then Lyndsey Doherty recalls her brother Alaistair taking Blues with near fatal results, he doused himself in petrol, Terry Maguire says this is paranoia, and they become schizophrenic after a couple of doses. Then Ross Cowan describes the night Dean Clarke died, as does Jamie McDonald, Anjie Wallace recalls her feelings since his death, Lyndsey Doherty says Alaistair is still on suicide watch. Convicted killer Samuel Robinson has been accused of selling the drugs in the area, he is on bail accused of UDA membership and is shown on film with Ihab Shoukri, in 2002 he was jailed for 9 years for blackmailing a Belfast businessman. Two weeks ago the UDA said it was putting its guns out of reach and stamping out drug dealing, a film clip reviews Jackie McDonald's speech on the subject, he wouldn't take part in the programme, the anonymous dealer says the UDA won't stop dealing. Anjie Wallace says the UDA know who's dealing, Lyndsey Doherty says they are making too much money. A local loyalist confronted Sam Robinson but the UDA ordered him to appear before them. Dawn Cole says local women protested outside the meeting, photo shown of 300 women in protest, Lyndsey Doherty says her brother was beaten badly by the UDA twice since he was 11 years old. The role of the Shoukri brothers and internal UDA tensions are mentioned. Sharon O'Neill then shows a heroin kit, she says drug dealers give them to clients then FASA;s Nicola Verner explains the level of drug abuse in the area and its effects, an anonymous woman admits taking the drugs, Jamie says he's stopped taking Blues, then range of closing remarks. (See also: D07100, 27/11/2007, BBC Spotlight: Living with the UDA) | ||
DVD No. |
D07090 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9499 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
29 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Living With The UDA | ||
Description: |
Following the tragic death of youth Dean Clarke aged 16 from Tigers Bay in Belfast as a result of drugs; Darren McIntyre looks at the UDA in Tiger Bay and their drugs business. Interviews with locals including Rev. R. Beckett and the reaction of UDA leader Jackie McDonald. It also shows footage of local UDA dealer Sam Robinson and the views of the PSNI Chief Superintendant, Gary White | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
386 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5573 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
54 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
Making History | ||
Description: |
This documentary is about the people, process and perspectives involved in recording Irish History. With academics commenting on the work of the historians. Each giving their three most important Irish historical event. | ||
DVD No. |
Tape No. |
387 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5574 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
11 mins 53 |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The Real IRA (RIRA) has threatened more attacks against police officers. Film report shows propaganda video of two men training, and reviews 2 murder bids in the last months in Dungannon and Derry. At Stormont today Finance Minister Peter Robinson (DU) announces his plans for NI rates, film report, pensioners will now get 205 discounts and nothing to pay until you die schemes will be introduced, Age Concern's Elaine Campbell comments, also upmarket hone owners won't pay more than £2500 per year from 2009. In the Executive the DUP and SF and attacked the SDLP and UUP over their refusal to vote for the programme for government. Film report with P Robinson's comments, then SF's M McGuinness, then UUP's Reg Empey and SDLP's Mark Durkan. The European Court has ruled the loyalist murder of 8 men in Armagh in the 1970s have not been investigated properly, the court up held the views of the victims' families centred around the 1999 comments of a former RUC officer then a part time UDR solider was involved in one of the shootings and a part time RUC man's farm was used as a base for the attacks. In a next report the case of Disappeared Kevin McKee is profiled, he's missing since Oct 72. Film report with his aunt and sisters comments, Phil Smyth and Phil McKee describe the circumstances of his disappearance, in June 1999 a dig began in Co. Meath (Navan) following an IRA statement admitting the killing in 1999. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D07100 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9500 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
28 mins 45 |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Spotlight | ||
Programme Title: |
Living with the UDA | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Darragh McIntyre this documentary profiles the recent death in North Belfast's loyalist Tiger's Bay area of Darren Clarke (16) from an overdose of drugs "blues" sold to him by the UDA. It has caused massive anger in the area and major embarrassment for the paramilitary UDA. It begins with the recent comments of the UDA leader Jackie McDonald, at a Sandy Row Remembrance Service saying they have to get rid of the criminality and "dope dealers" in their midst. A vox pop of clergy and local women says there's no trust in the UDA in Tiger's Bay. Film of funeral of Dean Clarke, then home video of him playing football, he hanged himself after taking the drugs, then other young men, Ryan Longman (Dean's cousin) comments. At a community meeting Dawn Cole, Mark Irvine comments on wanting their community back, the drugs issue is ripping the community apart they say, the local minister the Rev Robert Beckett says Tiger's Bay is characterised by 3V's, violence, valium and vodka, then Kelly McCurry who moved in 6 years ago, says the area is frightening, being an interface with a paramilitary presence. Rev R Beckett says in an area of 2000 people there could be up to 20 drug dealers, he says 80% of men in Tiger's Bay are now or have been in the UDA. Dean Clarke's death has challenged the UDA's authority, a picture shows women protesting after the UDA threatened a local man who challenged a UDA drug dealer, Kelly McCurry explains their protest, D McIntyre then shows picture of North Belfast UDA Chief John Bunting, he's a close ally of Jackie McDonald, apparently he wants UDA to end protection of drug dealers, the UDA have helped to organise community meetings but Catherine McCartan a community worker says people can't trust the UDA's words, she says they won't change overnight. At the Remembrance Day Service, Jackie McDonald says they must get rid of the drug dealers, film clip of his speech, shoot them or shop them he says, he sends sympathy to Dean Clarke's family, then D McIntyre shows a film clip of J McDonald speaking 3 years ago saying roughly the same thing, "there's no such thing as a loyalist drug dealer" at that time Andre Shoukri was the North Belfast UDA brigadier, running rackets and drug dealing. Then UPRG's Frankie Gallagher explains the legacy of the current UDA leadership inherited, the UDA previously masqueraded as loyalists he says. In Tiger's Bay a former Shoukri associate Sam Robinson, film clip of Robinson shown, was still dealing drugs and he was involved in Dean Clarke's death, and he's apparently still protected by the UDA, he's out on bail on UDA membership charges. At a community meeting Barbara Long doubts the UDA put out 3 drug dealers as drugs are still available, she doubts the UDA's word, then Dean Clarke's uncle "the Rock" comments, he tells D McIntyre of UDA meeting the night before, and the women fall out verbally over whether the UDA should be given a chance. Vicky Adams says the men are scared of the UDA. The UDA leaders meanwhile authorised F Gallagher to speak on their behalf to D McIntyre he says Tiger's Bay members let the UDA down, but he maintains the UDA can still play a constructive role in all these areas, and those who are part of the problem must be part of the solution he claims. At Jennymount Methodist Church the Rev Mervyn Ewing rejects the idea of a good and bad UDA, they are all criminals he says, with no part to play in the reformation of this community he says. Catherine McCartan agrees with him, Angela Wallace says the UDA had its chance and failed, but Dawn Cole says all the UDA men in the area aren't bad. PSNI's Ch/Superintendent Gary White says all illegal groups are criminal by definition. Recently however Kelly McCurry says Government anti-drug groups have began work in the area, then FASAs Alex Bunting explains their work now in Tiger's Bay, D McIntyre then visit's the Basement Youth Club run by the Christian Elim Centre, he talks about Dean Clarke to Nora Calder, Paul Irvine then F Gallagher/UDA is criticised by McIntyre as he continues to talk to young people in the youth club, then Ch/Superintendent Gary White says the PSNI have been getting more info on the dealers from local people, then UPRG's F Gallagher outlines his views on solving the current problems, but the UDA won't be going away he says. Rev Ewing and C McCartan want them to go away, D McIntyre asks who exactly the UDA now defending. (See also: DO7090, 26/11/2007, UTV Insight: Blues in the Bay) | ||
DVD No. |
D07100 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9501 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 27th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
53 mins 20 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Hidden History | ||
Programme Title: |
The Irish Historian | ||
Description: |
This documentary is about the processes and perspectives involved in writing about, recording or interpreting Irish history. The programme is filmed in the historic constitution room of Dublin's Shelbourne Hotel. Basically the programme interviews historian, authors, academics about their attitudes to history, and what they consider the job of the historian to be. Should he mirror the society in which he works? Should he take account of how important history is to the Irish? They are also asked to identify what they think are the 3 most significant events in Irish history, and asked is Irish history unique in Europe, the programme begins with a vox pop of the academics on Michael Collins who chaired the Constitution Group meeting in the Shelbourne in 1922. Some of the documents from the meeting are shown and in their opening comments differences between the historians are obvious. Some are affected by the ambiance some are not. The second question they are asked is what is the significance of history in Irish culture, the academics who answer are Ciaran Brady, Prof of History Trinity College, then Dr Margaret O'Callaghan, School of Politics, Queens University Belfast, then Fr Brendan Bradshaw, Emeritus Professor Cambridge University, they are then asked what is the most significant event in Irish history, Fr B Bradshaw says the Tudor Conquest, the Reformation and the Plantations, Ciaran Brady says the Famine, a range of other unnamed professors give their opinions, they then answer the question is our history unique in Europe, Ciaran Brady says Europe had the Black Plague and we have suffered no more than other Europeans. Fr B Bradshaw, oppression in Irish history, friction between 2 nations over centuries are all unique, Roy Foster Carroll Prof of Irish history at Oxford says other nations wouldn't agree Ireland's victimhood is unique, then Paul Bew, Prof of Irish Politics at QUB says Ireland was one of the better places to live in Europe during the 20th Century then Cormac O'Grada, Prof of Economics UCD, says the 19th Century famine was a catastrophe that happened nowhere else in Europe, so late in time, Mary E Daly of UCD says there were grim moments, but no more than rest of Europe. Gerard Lyne, the surveyor of manuscripts at the Irish National Library outlines his views that great history is great literature. The exciting thing about history he says is that the controversies are never resolved, Catriona Crowe Senior Archivist at the National Archives, says it's said Ireland has no history, just a past. Following the 1922 destruction of the Public Records Office. A film clip of this is shown the records of administration of the state between 14th Century and 18th Century lost including the census records between 1821 to 1851, the next question asked is what are the first principles in writing history. Ronan Fanning History Prof UCD says "to give to each past, the open future it once had". Then John Murphy, History Prof UCC says don't be overwhelmed by partisanship, have sympathy for the past. Ciaran Brady says scepticism towards evidence of the past, another says like Yeats cast a cold eye with no emotion, then they are asked what is so complex about the writing of Irish history, the programme then mentions the story of Ireland by A M Sullivan written in 1867, its big message was sacrifice would redeem Ireland, the Irish had a right to revolt, and separation from England was necessary and a historical inevitability. Gerard Lyne describes how popular the books were. The historians are then asked what's the most overrated event in Irish history, the answers rate from the Battle of the Boyne, Sean McBride, Grattan's Parliament, the fall of Parnell, Gladstone's commitment to Home Rule, the Republic of 1949, then they are asked what is the most underrated event, answers are Patrick Sarsfield, the introduction of the potato to Ireland, Daniel O'Connell, WWI, the Fenians, 1925 Boundary Commission, Jack Lynch, Isaac Butt, WW2 neutrality, British decision in 1920s to subsidise NI. In 1938 Gerard Lyne says the Irish Historical Studies a periodical revolutionised Irish historical writing, before this the writings had been very partisan, sectarian and racist. The men who saved Irish history writing were Theo Moody of TCD and A B Edwards of UCD. Lyne explains their techniques, then the historians comment on the work of these 2 men. In 1969 NI exploded, Ireland revisited its fractured past, history was challenged to explain as nobody foresaw the crisis, the historians all recall their astonishment, highlighting the atrocities, as Yeats said weasels fighting in a hole, (says Foster) the career of Dr Conor Cruise O'Brien is highlighted, he wrote States of Ireland and had been an Irish Minister in charge of broadcasting, who created section 31 of the Broadcasting Act, film clip shows him explain it, the Profs discuss the idea O'Brien was censoring opinions in the interest of politics. Events in NI started a new rush of Irish history writings, the term revisionist was used often, Gerard Lyne comments, on the Canon of Irish History - A Challenge in 1972, by Francis Shaw and its aim of debunking 1916 leaders, revisionism developed after this article, the professors comment on this issue, and then they begin to comment on each other's viewpoints and writings on Irish history, and indeed to defend their own views and interpretations. The programme finishes with the professors views on recent developments in NI, is it really reconciliation or is the bitterness still under the surface, could NI explode again in 20 years or is Ireland moving towards a European norm. Historians must now write the story of Ireland's transformation. | ||
DVD No. |
D07100 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9504 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 28th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 6 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
QUB has opened a cancer clinical trial centre. Film report with QUB Vice Chancellor Senator George Mitchell's comments, then cancer victim Alish McCabe's comments, then the centre director Prof Patrick Johnston's views. The Assets Recovery Agency has issued orders against farmer David Ellingham (63) totalling £80,000 following his conviction for keeping and disposing of illegal waste. The families here of loyalist murder victims in the 1970s in Sth/Armagh, have been reacting to the European Court ruling that the British Government failed to investigate allegations of collusion in the murders. Film report includes old film clip of 1976 murder of the Reavey Brothers, and comments of Alan Bracknell, then Eugene Reavey's reaction, this afternoon the Public Prosecution service has finally agreed to meet these families. Brendan Megraw is one of the Disappeared, he's been missing for 30 years, a film report profiles his case, he went missing on 8th April 1978, abducted in Twinbrook by an 8 man gang, his brother Kieran comments. It was 1999 before they heard anything more about Brendan, when the PIRA admitted his death, a search began at Oristown, Co Meath but nothing was found. The family want more information. Next report is on the new Westlink scheme as now 1m hours of work have been completed. SF/Minster Conor Murphy comments, then contractor Leo Martin and traffics Roy Spiers. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D07100 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9502 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 30th Nov 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 17 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The so-called North Brigadier of the UDA, Andre Shoukri has been jailed for 9 years for extortion of a pub owner. Film report also names the other UDA man convicted as John "Bonzer" Boreland (38) and Terry Harbinson (25) and Ian Craig (47) who was a former "Met" police officer. Then PSNI Det/Insp Mark Brown says the UDA leadership in North Belfast was dismantled. In a further report on the Disappears, Oliver McVeigh vows to continue the campaign begun by his mother to find the remains of Colomba McVeigh who went missing on 31 Oct 1975 in Dublin, his mother Vera has now died, Oliver recalls 1999 when a Republican told him the PIRA accepted killing his brother, a dig began at Emyvale in Co Monaghan but nothing was found. Oliver says he will confront some of these republicans about his whereabouts. Cardinal Sean Brady has returned to Armagh from Rome. Film report with local peoples reaction. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07100 | Tape No. |
386 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9503 |
Date Broadcast: |
Tue 4th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
20 mins 52 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
In Stormont a political row followed SF Education/Min C Ruane's announcement that academic selection for 11 year olds would end and be replaced by selection at 14 in three years time. Film report includes her Stormont statement and the angry reaction from Unionists Sammy Wilson (DUP) Basil McCrea (UUP), Lord Morrow (DUP). A second report then examine how C Ruane's plans have been receive by St Joseph's College Headmistress how is confused about the lack of details published with the plans, then grammar school supporter Ken Bloomfield mentions the possibly of going to the courts to challenge the Minister's decision. A further report then looks a Craigavon which has already been operating section at 14, it's called the Dickson Plan, Gerard Adams the principal of St Michael's praises the system in Lurgan area, then St Mary's students say they prefer the 14+ selection system, then journalist Newton Emerson also praises the Dickson Plan. A further report from Jamie Delargey profiles the economic cost of the new system to the NI budget, this year education spends £2 billion, or 20% of total government spending, only in January will the cost implications become clear. Then in the studio Paul Clarke talks to C Ruane about her plans and the DUP MLA Mervyn Storey who chair of Stormont's Education Committee joins the debate by video link. C Ruane says her system will give a world class education system to NI, where one size won't fit all, M Storey says Ruane has failed NI and hasn't brought forth anything of substance, he says the DUP will stop her plans when she has to get it through the Executive. A body has been found in a burnt out car in a forest park near Omagh. Film report says the PSNI haven't yet identified the body but are treating the death as suspicious. The chief Coroner here is see top secret reports into the 1982 killings of 6 unarmed shoot to kill incidents, film report on decision to reveal Stalker Sampson report to Coroner John Leckey begins with old film clips of the incidents, the 1994 inquests were abandoned, speaking for the men's families Tommy Carroll welcomes the development, then the father of Pearce Jordan, killed by the RUC in November 1992 has criticised the delay in starting his son's inquest. (6pm Tues) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9505 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 5th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
13 mins 29 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, the First and Deputy First Ministers Martin McGuiness and Ian Paisley are going to Washington to meet the US President George Bush on Friday. Film report shows them both at the New York Stock Exchange today, ringing the bell to begin trading. With comments of Ian Paisley to businessmen, then Martin McGuiness views. Ken Reid then previews the ministers in Washington and the press reaction, over there, plus the business community's response. The NI Agriculture Minister SF's Michelle Gildernew today visited fishing boat owners here in Ardglass, to promote a life saving man overboard system from RNLI, afterwards local trawler men asked the Minister to throw their industry a lifeline. Film report with trawler man Simon Wills comments, the Minister then comments on taking their case to Brussels Parliament, but says it'll be a tough negotiation. In courts in Dungannon Matthew O'Donnell's trial on a charge of murdering Noel Williamson in Oct 2004 began, film report. In Strabane Sinn Fein's commitment to Policing is being questioned after only 3 of its councillors took their seats on the District Policing Partnership. Film report with SF Cllr Brian McMahon comments on the SF internal problems on the issue, then DUP Cllr John Donnell criticises SF's stance on policing in Strabane. Former UDR and RIR soldiers here are getting a new £2 million welfare organisation here, it's part of a government package promised following the disbandment of RIR Home Service battalions in the summer Col Mark Campbell comments on its role. (6pm Wed) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9506 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 6th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
30 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
A profile of ex DUP Jim Allister (MEP) new political party. The traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) which is to the right of the DUP. This is followed by a report on public speaking talents of our MLA's with Brien Feeney's comments. Finally the Education Minister C. Ruane (SF), answers questions on her scrapping of the 11+ examination. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
387 | |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
5575 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 6th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
? mins ? secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC2 NI |
Type of Programme: |
Current Affairs | ||
Series Title: |
Hearts and Minds | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Introduced by Noel Thompson, he begins with the launch tomorrow of a new political movement here, by the former DUP member and still an MEP, Jim Allister, he explains why it's not yet a political party but a movement for unionists opposed to the power sharing executive at Stormont. It will become a party as elections draw closer he says, he says the IRA Army Council is still in existence and he doubts the Sinn Fein support for policing, quoting recent comments by M Gildernew and he accuses the PIRA of killing Paul Quinn in Sth/Armagh recently. His group is called Traditional Unionist Voice and many people here against the "Chuckle Brothers" he claims, these people will now have a focus and a voice in the future. Jim Allister wants the mandatory coalition system removed, he says Director Rule wouldn't be any worse, he quoted C Ruane's (SF) education schemes, he rejects unrepentant terrorists in government, and the use of the d'hondt method of getting into Government, he's also horrified that SF's M McGuiness will have a veto on the appointment of a Victims Commissioner. In the next segment Noel Thompson examines the performances of our MLAs at Stormont with regard to their public speaking skills. A film report from Julia Paul examines where they are going wrong, she asks actress Roma Tumelty who advises politicians on speaking skills to look at our MLAs, the DUP's Jonathan Craig, SF's Carol Ni Chuilin, are her first examples. Former UUP adviser Steven King talks about M2. In general terms, then Brian Feeney gives his views, a film clip of Paisley and Adams is shown, and Jim Wells is held up as a good speaker as is Basil McCrea (UUP) and M Ritchie (SDLP). In Westminster you can't read a speech says B Feeney you can only use notes. In the If You Ask Me Spot hears Lindsay Allen's views on the new Stormont Executive and recent changes and squabbles that have arisen between various MLAs on the programme for Government and scrapping the 11+. Next Noel Thompson interviews Education Minister about her announcement on the 11+, he asks her would she accept her idea wasn't very well thought through, she waffles in her answer speaking in general terms about exciting changes but no details on specifics, she says now she's consulting all the education sectors. When pushed by Noel Thompson she avoids details, talks about building on vision, she's asked what happens about 2009 to children when we have no 11 to 14 junior schools here in NI, she replies what we need is a bit of imagination we have schools here that could become 11 to 14 schools she replies. Noel Thompson then asks her for her views on the grammar schools stance, or about any of those who may go private, she says if they go private they'll get no funding. She says the DUP should listen to their community. N Thompson asks her for her views on the selection in the Dickson system at 14 she rejects any type of selection at any age, it's not necessary she says. To end the programme Hearts and Minds takes a look back at the major events of this year with DUP and SF going into Government. Then the comic taxi driver routine. (Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9507 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 7th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
10 mins 58 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then, IN Belfast courts, 2 men Steven Melley (26) got 10 years jail and Gavin McLaren (29) got 6 years for the Tiger kidnapping and robbery of £150,000 from Boots Store in Central Belfast. The Citizens Advice Bureau has lost the personal details of 60,000 of its clients after a laptop was stolen from an employee's car, the Health Minister M McGimpsey (UUP) has given details of who will lose out in NI if the budget he's been given by the Executive is passed. He says fostering and adoption will lose out, Southern Health Trust's Brian Dornan comments, also screening over 65 year old women for breast cancer will also be abandoned, M McGimpsey denies he is using scare tactics in his remarks. The former DUP MEP Jim Allister today launched his new anti-agreement movement called the Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV). Film report with Jim Allister's comments. Former UUP MP Willie Ross is also involved. The DUP's S Wilson says Jim Allister wants Direct Rule back, then SF's Alex Maskey gives his reaction, the Police Federation has warned the government its members may go on strike over its refusal to back date its pay rise. Film report with Federation's Terry Spence's views. The Prime Minister's wife Sarah Brown visited charities in Newry today, film report. In the USA, M McGuiness and Ian Paisley are on the last day of their trip, Ken Reid comments on their meeting today with Sen Hilary Clinton, who's a US presidential candidate. Tonight the 2 men meet US President George Bush. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9508 |
Date Broadcast: |
Wed 12th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 44 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then Peter Cruisten of the Sheridan Group is taking court action against the Government who dropped his company as preferred developer of the Queen's Quay project because of allegations he'd be linked to IRA "dirty money". Film report. A memorial to murdered members of the Miami Showband in 1975 has been unveiled in Dublin. Film report with Bertie Ahern's comments on collusion. The World Methodist Peace Award was presented to Belfast's Rev Harold Good at the weekend. Film report with SF's M McGuiness' comments, then NIO Minister Paul Goggins views on H Good, who comments on the new peace in NI. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9509 |
Date Broadcast: |
Mon 17th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
8 mins 10 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Headlines then over the weekend there were a spate of attacks on Orange Halls, film report on Crumlin, Glenavey, and Portadown attacks then UUP leader Reg Empey gives his reaction then the Orange Order's Drew Nelson comments, followed by SF's M McGuiness' reaction. The Judge in the trial of Omagh bomb accused Sean Hoey will deliver his verdict on Thursday. The Varney Review of corporation tax here has ruled that corporation tax here can't be reduced to the level of the Republic, film report with NI Sec Sean Woodward's reaction. Then views of Eamon Donaghy of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, and then Sir George Quigley comments. The parents of murdered Sth/Armagh man Paul Quinn have met the Republic's Foreign Affairs Minister Dermot Ahern. Film report with interview with Breige Quinn and D Ahern. (6pm Mon) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9510 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 20th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
21 mins 2 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Sean Hoey has been acquitted of charges connected to the Omagh bomb, the Judge Justice Weir has criticised the deliberate deception of 3 police officers, the Omagh victims' families claim the police let them down. Film reports begin with review of the verdict, then Victor Barker attacks appalling inefficiency of form Chief Constable RUC Ronnie Flanagan, the report then profiles "low copy number DNA" evidence used against S Hoey and Justice Weir view of it, Rita Hoey defends her son, then PSNI Ch/Superintendent Norman Baxter comments to the media, then victim Lawrence Rush gives his reaction. The Public Prosecution Service then released a statement followed by journalist David Morgan analysis of today's verdict and reactions. Sean Hoey was longest serving remand prisoner in NI, 4 years. The next report looks at the key points of the case against Hoey and the evidence used. Fibres in his home, trademark and DNA testing, then Leicester University's Dr Eleanor Graham comments on DNA evidence. Two police who briefed up their statements named as Fiona Cooper and Det Ch/Insp Phillip Marshall. A further report examines the victims' families reaction with views of Godfrey Wilson, Stanley McComb and Carol Radford. Then people in Omagh town give their views on the verdicts, including surgeon Dominic Pinto, then in the stud journalist Liam Clarke comments on the judge's comments and criticism of R Flanagan from relatives. In Newtownabbey 2 men are being questioned about last night's murder of Kevin Corley (45) at a local British Legion club. Film report, with Alliance Cllr Lyn Frazer's reaction. In Fermanagh a GAA club was attacked by arsonists in Maguiresbridge. Film report. (6pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9511 |
Date Broadcast: |
Thu 20th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
9 mins 34 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
ITN UK |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
ITN UK News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Coverage of acquittal of Sean Hoey on Omagh bomb charges, begins with analysis from Tim Hewitt on the judge's comments on DNA evidence and 'beefed up' police statements, then film clip shows Omagh bomb aftermath. Followed by reaction from victims' relatives, Michael Gallagher and Lawrence Rush, photos of dead shown, then Rita Hoey defends her son. A further report from ITN science editor examines the mess made of the forensic evidence in the trial, and includes Nuala O'Loan's 2001 report on the police investigation after the bomb, then Dr Eleanor Graham comment on low key DNA failings, then Press Assoc's Derrick Henderson comments. A further report interviews James Barker whose son died, he blames tainted evidence from time of Ronnie Flanagan's control of RUC, he says SF's G Adams and M McGuiness could help the inquiry. (6.30pm Thurs) | ||
DVD No. |
D07110 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
England | Record No. |
9512 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 21st Dec 2007 | Duration: |
12 mins 40 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
Following yesterday's Omagh trial verdict all British cases of low copy DNA evidence will be reviewed. Film report on the legal aftermath, begins with a review of the Judge's comments yesterday, then forensics expert Prof Alan Jameson's comments then NIO NI Sec Shaun Woodward says the Omagh bombers will still be pursued, then DUP MP J Donaldson views on the challenge facing the PSNI and Policing Board, followed by PSNI Chief Constable Hugh Orde's view it's highly unlikely bombers will be convicted, he regrets failure of case, and comments on the case's collapse. Then in a studio interview Omagh victims group Michael Gallagher gives his reaction to the Chief Constables statement and outlines his view on justice now for the Omagh families, he continues to support policing. A film report then hears the views of Godfrey Wilson, whose daughter Lorraine was killed, then Donna McCauley of the Omagh self-help group comments, followed by a vox pop of people on the streets of Omagh, including Bert Wilson chairman of the council. In Belfast courts 3 men, Adam Smith (20) got 20 years, Alan Stewart (20) got 14 years and Phillip Irwin (28) got 12 years all for an assault on Killyleagh man Mark Keller (30) whom they left blinded. Film report, on Nov 2005 attack with Judge's comments. (6pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07120 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9513 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 28th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
1 mins 21 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) | Channel: |
BBC1 NI |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
BBC NI News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
(No opening titles) The government's secret files for the year 1977 have been released to the public, they show that at the time the NIO believed Ian Paisley was associated with loyalist paramilitaries. Film report on 1977 Paisley strike with old film clips, and comments of historian Eamon Phoenix, other revelations include a call from Lord Mountbatten for a United Ireland. (6.30pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07120 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9514 |
Date Broadcast: |
Fri 28th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
3 mins 0 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Independent Television (ITV) | Channel: |
UTV (Ulster Television) |
Type of Programme: |
News Report | ||
Series Title: |
UTV News | ||
Programme Title: |
n.a. | ||
Description: |
The Public Record Office has released the government's files for 1977, they show the North/South issue dominated the year, and the government discussed the arrest of Ian Paisley for his role in leading the May 1977 Ulster Action Council strike and for his links to paramilitaries, the charges were to be conspiracy, historian E Phoenix comments on this issues with old film clips. In the South 8 SAS soldiers were arrested in the border area causing British/Irish strains, also Lord Mountbatten told Irish Ambassador to London that he believed Ireland should be unified. (10.30pm Fri) | ||
DVD No. |
D07120 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Northern Ireland | Record No. |
9515 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 30th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
26 mins |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE |
Type of Programme: |
Documentary | ||
Series Title: |
n.a. | ||
Programme Title: |
Behind Closed Doors 1977 | ||
Description: |
Looking at the Irish Governments released archive papers for 1977, invludes the arrest of eight SAS men in Ireland; The killing of Sir R. Sykes by the Provisional IRA. The Irish election campaign and coverage of the Queen's visit to Northern Ireland in August. |
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DVD No. |
Tape No. |
387 | |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
5576 |
Date Broadcast: |
Sun 30th Dec 2007 | Duration: |
25 mins 38 secs |
Broadcast Company: |
Raidio Teilifis Eireann (RTE) | Channel: |
RTE1 |
Type of Programme: |
History | ||
Series Title: |
Behind Closed Doors | ||
Programme Title: |
1977 | ||
Description: |
This documentaryexamines the papers released by the Irish government, covering events from the year 1977. In that year unemployment figure was over 100,000 an all time high, FF led by Jack Lynch won the June election, in the USA Jimmy Carter becomes President, the year began with disagreement between London and Dublin on a whole range of issues, like rights to oil exploration, allegations of mistreatment of prisoners in NI, and PIRA violence in Britain. British PM James Callaghan sent a special envoy to talk to then PM Liam Cosgrove that was Sir Richard Sykes, he was Foreign Office but also intell officer, his immediate concern was the coming trial of 8 SAS men arrested in the Republic in 1976, Callaghan warns Cosgrove, a deal is done on minor charges. Film reconstruction of talks shown and Garret Fitzgerald recalls the incident, then film clip of March trial shown. Soldiers only fined, British/Ambassadors report on subject profiled. Two years later Sir Richard Sykes then British/Ambassador in Holland was shot dead by the PIRA. At party Ard Fheis Liam Cosgrove claims his party stands between the Irish people and anarchy, film clip shown. In 1977 Lab/FG had been in power for 4 years, they looked certain to win election, Garret Fitzgerald recalls the debate over election date within Fine Gael (FG) then Lab TD Richie Ryan's recollections, then Brendan Halligans on the power preparations by the coalition. Seamus Brennan (FF) then Brendan Corish (Lab) recall the campaign and the Americanisation of the campaign built around Jack Lynch of FF also FF's 1977 manifesto was populist with no more car tax, no more rates and £60m in tax cuts. Martin O'Donaghue (FF), Brendan Corish (FG) Des O'Malley (FF) Jon Ryan (FG) all comment on that manifesto. G Fitzgerald recalls the panic in Fine Gael on the issue. Even Jim Tully redrawing of boundaries wouldn't save the coalition. Fianna Fail (FF) swept to victory with 84 seats, the programme then sums up the British view of Jack Lynch as liked for his lack of vices rather than for his virtues. In NI Roy Mason was concerned about FF's policy of wanting British withdrawal from NI, film clip of R Mason shown, then Michael O'Kennedy recalls the policy issue, the British also worried about Charlie Haughey in the Cabinet, but at ground level British/Irish security co-operation continued. A summit was planned for Nov 77, but the British refused to talk about any British withdrawal, M O'Kennedy comments, film clip shows Lynch meet Callaghan, their meeting is reconstructed, Lynch pushes Callaghan on aspirations of Ireland Nationalism. Meanwhile in NI, Queen Elizabeth planned to visit in August for jubilee celebrations, the Irish government and SDLP were appalled, even Jim Callaghan wasn't impressed with the Queen's idea, but it went ahead. Film clip shows Queen in NI among loyalists, meanwhile on the Falls Rd a republican protest march ended in a riot, the Queen was hurt the SDLP wouldn't meet her, Gerry Fitt's remarks played. In Dublin excuses used to avoid Ch of Ire Service. Programme then looks at FF magic manifesto and asks how did that work out by the end of the year, G Fitzgerald and J Lynch comment at the time, and now G Fitzgerald calls it the biggest mistake made in the history of the state. FF says it only didn't work because of the second oil shock in 1979. FF G Colley (Finance Minister) wasn't worried about the boom extra borrowing needed, but documents show FF Ministers weren't so sure. G Fitzgerald says it took 8 years to recover from the mistake. S Brennan (FF) recalls on the difficulties facing J Lynch with a large majority. | ||
DVD No. |
D07120 | Tape No. |
387 |
Country of Origin: |
Republic of Ireland | Record No. |
9516 |
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