Agents said IRA could be trusted

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British intelligence officers in Northern Ireland have reported secretly that the Irish Republican Army (IRA) has decided against the resumption of military operations. This secret report was a factor affecting the decision of British Northern Ireland secretary, Mo Mowlam, that the IRA ceasefire has held. She would have been accused of ending the peace process had she declared other wise, though she has been criticised by Unionists. The IRA is believed to have killed a taxi driver and alleged informer, Charles Bennett.

Legal issues & crime, Northern Ireland, Terrorist Organizations, Other Social Advocacy Organizations, United Kingdom, Military policy, British foreign relations, Irish Republican Army, Armistices

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Mo steps into the lions' den

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UK Northern Ireland Secretary Mo Mowlam has decided to take the controversial step of meeting loyalist prisoners in the Maze jail. She wishes to warn them that the peace process will be the only way in which they will see progress on the issues that concern them. She will emphasize that the release of prisoners, a key loyalist demand, will only be considered within the context of the peace process. She has made personal contact a key feature of her work.

International Affairs, Civil Conflict, Political activity, Civil war, Mowlam, Majorie

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Peace search goes on, Major pledges

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It is vital that every effort is made to ensure a successful outcome to the peace process in Northern Ireland, according to prime minister John Major. Activity is now focusing on persuading the IRA to respect the ceasefire once more. John Major is also planning all-party negotiations with Irish prime minister John Bruton. Attention is also being given to avoiding loyalist attacks in Dublin.

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