Northern Ireland Peace Process

Secretary Patrick Mayhew announced to the British House of Commons that the British government and the Irish Republic Army (IRA) have, for s… read more

Secretary Patrick Mayhew announced to the British House of Commons that the British government and the Irish Republic Army (IRA) have, for some time, participated in private negotiations concerning the eventual termination of violence in the region. He read a February correspondence between the two sides stating that “the conflict is over” and peace concessions must be agreed to. Following opening statements by a number of Northern Ireland and Great Britain officials, members, including Leader Paisley, questioned the officials concerning the their continual denials. During an exchange, Leader Paisley was removed for calling Secretary Mayhew a “liar.” close

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Northern Ireland Peace Process

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Program ID:
52616-1
Category:
International Telecasts
Format:
Broadcast
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Nov 30, 1993 | 9:36am EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Dec 01, 1993 | 4:09am EST | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Nov 30, 1993 | 9:36am EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Nov 30, 1993 | 9:35pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Dec 01, 1993 | 4:09am EST | C-SPAN 1
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