Ian Paisley on attempt to shoot him

Title

Ian Paisley on attempt to shoot him

Genre

Interview

TX Date

4 Jul 1981

Year of production

1981

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Duration

00:02:16

Description

The Reverend Ian Paisley, leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, after a shot was fired at him while he was travelling from the BBC studio in Belfast to his home. The shot was fired while Paisley was passing the Central Station. He says the Irish National Liberation Army (INLA) has claimed responsibility. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Ian Paisley

Keywords

Northern Ireland; Terrorism; INLA; Members of Parliament; Politicians; Personal safety; DUP; John Hume

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