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Threats to journalists in Northern Ireland

Violent scenes in Belfast have challenged the media. Plus, the TV giant determining what we watch.

A cameraman has been assaulted while covering scenes of violence in Northern Ireland. Other journalists have faced death threats. So what is the best way to cover this volatile political story - and have London-based reporters been slow to pay attention? Plus, French media giant Banijay sells many of the UK's favourite TV programmes, from Masterchef to Peaky Blinders. What is their role in determining the shows we watch?

Guests: Suzanne Breen, Political Editor at the Belfast Telegraph; Noel Doran, Editor of the Irish News; Marianna Spring, 麻豆官网首页入口's Disinformation Reporter; Cathy Payne, CEO of Banijay Rights.

Studio engineer: Donald McDonald

Producer: Hannah Sander

Presenter: Joe Tidy

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28 minutes

Last on

Wed 14 Apr 2021 21:30

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  • Wed 14 Apr 2021 16:30
  • Wed 14 Apr 2021 21:30

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