What About You?

What About You - Patrick Magee

July 28, 2021 Richard Moore Season 1 Episode 13
What About You?
What About You - Patrick Magee
Show Notes

Patrick Magee was a member of the IRA.  In 1985 he was sent to prison for planting a bomb in the Grand Hotel in Brighton which exploded during the Conservative party conference.  Over 30 people were injured in the blast and Sir Anthony Berry MP was one of five people who were killed.  Patrick Magee spent 14 years in prison and shortly after he was released, he met Jo Berry who is the daughter of Sir Anthony.  In this episode, Patrick explains his reasons for joining the IRA, talks about the Brighton bomb and his journey of reconciliation with Jo.