Understanding Britain's Disinterest in Northern Ireland's History

Today, we’re going to look back at the impact after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement.

It was the deal that brought an end to 30 years of conflict in Northern Ireland, known as the Troubles - and cost the lives of more than 3,500.

Adam is joined by Nick Watt, Newsnight’s political editor and Annita McVeigh, BBC News chief presenter, who closely followed events at the time.

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