Jenrick asks top civil servant to investigate Attorney General Conservative shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick has written to Cabinet Secretary Sir Chris Wormald. Evening Standard · Jan 19, 2025
Starmer’s attorney general in row over Chagos refugees Lord Hermer has faced questions over the government’s decision to open the door to potential compensation for imprisoning another of his clients Gerry Adams, during the Troubles. The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2025
Minister defends dropping Troubles law appeal amid Gerry Adams payout fears Sir Keir Starmer said on Wednesday the Government would look at ‘every conceivable way’ to stop these claimants receiving damages. Evening Standard · Jan 16, 2025
Starmer says he will strive to prevent Gerry Adams receiving compensation PM says he aims to stop former Sinn Féin leader claiming damages for his internment as ministers ditch Troubles law The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2025
Gerry Adams in line for ‘payday from taxpayer’ under plans to repeal Legacy Act, says think tank report Shadow attorney general Lord Wolfson KC says Labour’s reasonings for planning to repeal the Legacy Act ‘make no sense’ The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025
Removing block on Adams’ compensation bid will see ‘pay day’ for ex-detainees Think tank Policy Exchange has criticised the Government’s decision to repeal legislation that halted claims by people interned during the Troubles. The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025
McDonald pays tribute to ‘patriot’ Ted Howell during funeral service The 78-year-old, who was credited with being a key backroom figure in Sinn Fein, died last week. Evening Standard · Jan 7, 2025
US attorney general wanted to stop Gerry Adams fundraising trip US president Bill Clinton overruled his advisor, newly released records show. Evening Standard · Dec 29, 2024
Northern Ireland Office ‘should have protected’ murdered solicitor Newly released documents show senior official accepted that Rosemary Nelson should have been offered help The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2024
Tony Blair tried to steer speech for Gerry Adams on IRA disarmament Mr Blair called on the IRA to provide clarity on ‘three questions’ around disarmament. The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2024
What happened to Sinn Féin? Ireland’s opposition fails to make electoral breakthrough With the dust settled on the 2024 Irish general election, attention has turned to the negotiations which will lead to the formation of the next coalition government. Despite finishing in second place, with a seat tally of 39 (in a parliament of 174 seats), Sinn Féin will not be invited… The Conversation · Dec 4, 2024
Hulu Just Quietly Released the Best True-Crime Thriller You Haven't Heard Of A grim portrait of one of the saddest stories of the Troubles extends right up to the present. Inverse · Nov 26, 2024
The week in TV: Dune: Prophecy; I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here; Say Nothing; The Listeners – review Women rule the planet in an inventive Dune prequel; starvation has yet to trigger tension in the jungle; striking performances anchor a skewed Troubles drama; and ever impressive Rebecca Hall can’t hear herself think The Guardian - UK · Nov 24, 2024
Son of woman killed by IRA condemns ‘cruel’ Disney series Say Nothing, about 1972 abduction and murder of Jean McConville, is horrendous, says Michael McConville The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2024
Salon · Nov 14, 2024 "Say Nothing" makes the Troubles present FX's adaptation of Patrick Radden Keefe’s book explores of a side of recent history rarely examined in the U.S.
Woman & Home · Nov 14, 2024 Is Say Nothing based on a true story? The truth behind the Disney+ series Say Nothing is set in Belfast across several decades and viewers have been left wondering how much of the show is based on true events
Tom’s Guide · Nov 13, 2024 How to watch 'Say Nothing' online from anywhere — featuring Lola Petticrew and Maxine Peake Decades of sectarian violence and deadly secrets bring a huge psychological price. Here's how to watch "Say Nothing" online and from anywhere in the world.
Evening Standard · Nov 12, 2024 Taoiseach leads tributes after death of songwriter Johnny Duhan Tributes have been paid to Mr Duhan, 74, who had written songs recorded by artists such as Christy Moore, The Dubliners and Mary Black.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 12, 2024 ‘No Americans putting on bad Belfast accents!’ How Disney drama Say Nothing brings the Troubles to life A new series is stepping into the fraught territory of Northern Ireland in the 70s by telling the real-life story of a woman abducted by the IRA. Its creators talk about truth, reconciliation and trying to depict both sides of the conflict
WhatToWatch · Oct 23, 2024 Say Nothing: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the period drama Say Nothing is a nine-episode miniseries based on a New York Times bestseller set during The Troubles. Here’s what you need to know.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2024 ‘Counterproductive and silly’: 30 years since the end of the bizarre Irish political voice ban A new film looks at the restriction of broadcasting on named political groups in Northern Ireland – and the actors and comedians who benefited
The Guardian - UK · Aug 18, 2024 How Northern Irish rap trio Kneecap rose to fame by subverting the Troubles As an Oscar-entry film about the rappers opens this week, Kneecap speak about fusing irony and provocation – and the anti-immigrant riots
The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2024 Belfast rappers Kneecap on stunts, drugs and Kemi Badenoch: ‘We don’t discriminate who we piss off’ Their riotous music is uniting young people in Northern Ireland and reviving the Irish language. The punk-rap trio talk about raving, working with Toddla T – and enraging politicians
The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2024 Michelle O’Neill: Sinn Féin leader from IRA family who has vowed to respect royals She’s pledged to be first minister ‘for all’ and her ability to navigate political tensions will shape her Stormont tenure
The Guardian - UK · Jan 19, 2024 Three IRA victims in England can sue Gerry Adams in personal capacity, judge rules High court judge says men cannot sue Adams as a ‘representative’ of IRA but can make personal claims