THE Birmingham pub bombings occurred fifty years ago on November 21, 1974, when bombs exploded in two public houses in central Birmingham — the Tavern in the Town and the Mulberry Bush. The explosions killed 21 people and injured at least 170 others. This week a memorial service was held in Birmingham City Centre to mark the event. Our photographer Chris Egan was … [Read more...] about Birmingham bombings 50th anniversary marked with poignant ceremony
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A sombre day in Birmingham as victims of the bombings are remembered
The Irish Post's PETER KELLY attended the memorial service which marked the 50th anniversary of the pub bombings The Irish ambassador to the UK, Mr Martin Fraser (right) observes one-minute silence. On the far left is Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh (image by Chris Egan) TRIBUTES from King Charles and President Michael D Higgins led the commemorative service of the 50th … [Read more...] about A sombre day in Birmingham as victims of the bombings are remembered
Tributes following death of ‘giant of journalism’ Ken Reid
TRIBUTES have been paid following the death of former UTV political editor Ken Reid this week. The popular broadcaster, who has been a familiar face on television screens in Northern Ireland for nearly three decades, died on November 19, aged 69, following a cancer battle. The Belfast native was diagnosed with a form of leukaemia in 2017 but continued to work at UTV until he … [Read more...] about Tributes following death of ‘giant of journalism’ Ken Reid
Historic Irish mansion goes on the market for €1.1m after stunning makeover
AN historic mansion in Co. Leitrim has gone on the market for a cool €1.1m after undergoing a stunning makeover. Set in 8.7 acres of land, Drumlease Glebe House in Dromahair is the site of a former rectory. It was built in 1834 by Owen Wynne for the Church of Ireland rectors who were located in the village at that time. Over 800 Glebe Houses were built for clergy members around … [Read more...] about Historic Irish mansion goes on the market for €1.1m after stunning makeover
‘UNSPEAKABLE TRAGEDY’: President Higgins pays tribute on 50th anniversary of Birmingham bombings
PRESIDENT Michael D Higgins has recalled the “unspeakable tragedy” caused when two bombs exploded in Birmingham 50 years ago today. Two public houses were targeted in the west Midlands city on November 21, 1974. The bombs planted in The Mulberry Bush and the Tavern in the Town killed 21 people and injured at least 170 more. “Fifty years ago today, the people of Birmingham had … [Read more...] about ‘UNSPEAKABLE TRAGEDY’: President Higgins pays tribute on 50th anniversary of Birmingham bombings