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1995

This episode focuses on 1995. The IRA and Loyalist ceasefires are still in place but the 'peace process' is stalled over the issue of decommissioning. The government insists that the IRA must begin decommissioning its weapons before Sinn Fein can take part in all-party talks. Meanwhile, Orange parades have become a source of tension and violent confrontation on the Lower Ormeau Road and most spectacularly at Drumcree. July sees a stand-off between the police and Orange Order defused when Nationalist residents agree to allow the march to go down the Garvaghy Road, subject to restrictions. The Irish and British governments agree a policy to progress the peace process, and President Clinton arrives in Belfast to give his support to the deal. The IRA start to shoot alleged drug dealers using the cover name Direct Action Against Drugs, leaving the ceasefire in the balance.

English
  • Originally Aired December 13, 2018
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network BBC Two
  • Notes Is a season finale
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