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Episode 3: Finding a Way Forward

In this episode, Bertie Ahern reunites with the rest of the parties that participated in the negotiations that led to the Good Friday Agreement. Gary McMichael of the UDP recalls how his father’s murder motivated him to get into politics. Dermot...

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17.02 22 Feb 2023


Episode 3: Finding a Way Forward



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17.02 22 Feb 2023


In this episode, Bertie Ahern reunites with the rest of the parties that participated in the negotiations that led to the Good Friday Agreement. Gary McMichael of the UDP recalls how his father’s murder motivated him to get into politics. Dermot Nesbitt of the UUP, Dawn Purvis of the PUP, Lord John Alderdice of the Alliance Party, Avila Kilmurray, and Monica McWilliams of the Northern Ireland Women’s Coalition also share their recollections. Plus Bertie talks to Tony Blair’s Chief of Staff at the time, Jonathan Powell. 

For more information, full interviews, and bonus material head to Newstalk.com/GoodFridayAgreement.


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As I Remember It: Bertie Ahern & The Good Friday Agreement

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