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The Handler Episode 5: The Quartermaster

Assume Nothing The Handler – A Matter of Life and Death
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A dramatised memoir of a Special Branch officer operating at the outset of the Northern Ireland Troubles. A key IRA suspect is arrested, but how?

A dramatised memoir of a Special Branch officer operating at the outset of the Northern Ireland Troubles. James (not his real name) runs a network of informers and sources operating along the border area of South Down and South Armagh during the worst years of violence. For both Handler and Source, it’s a matter of life and death. Some names, dates and details have been changed to protect the living.

Episode 5: The Quartermaster
James is working late at Newry Police Station when a shot is fired. Amid the confusion, a crucial IRA suspect is arrested – but how did he get there? Captain Robert Nairac invites James to join him on a trip, but James is shocked when he discovers their destination.

Cast:
James – Jonathan Harden
Interviewer – Michael Patrick
Source – JD Ruddy
Robert Nairac – Patrick Fitzsymons
Newry Police officer/phone police officer – Michael Patrick
A 91Èȱ¬ Northern Ireland Production.

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27 minutes

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Sat 18 Jun 2022 12:03
91Èȱ¬ Radio Ulster & 91Èȱ¬ Radio Foyle

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    91Èȱ¬ Radio Ulster & 91Èȱ¬ Radio Foyle

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