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How the Good Friday Agreement helped bring peace to Northern Ireland

This year marks 25 years since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement in Northern Ireland. Denis Murray reported extensively on the peace process during his career at the BBC.

This year marks 25 years since the Good Friday Agreement, signed by politicians from Northern Ireland and the British and Irish governments in an attempt to bring peace to Northern Ireland. Over his 26 years at the BBC, Denis Murray reported extensively on the peace process, including this pivotal moment. He explains to Claire Graham how it came about, its legacy and how it's still discussed in today's political battles.

Producer: Owen McFadden
Presenter: Claire Graham

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