Pat Finucane Centre

04/08/2026

Downing Street persuaded Panorama to cut an exposé on the shooting of an unarmed boy in Derry in 1972

31/07/2026

The British Government suppressed a BBC Daniel Hegarty exposé days after the schoolboy was shot dead during Operation Motorman in Derry. Declassified documents show respected correspondent Alan Hart was in Derry, had filmed an interview with Daniel's parents, and was to air a piece for Panorama showing the British Army had 'shot an unarmed boy at point blank range'.
RJ Seaman, a senior official within Secretary of State Willie Whitelaw’s NIO spoke to the Prime Minister Edward Heath’s Press Secretary Donald Maitland who told him to ‘seek to persuade Panorama not to include this tragic incident in the projected programme’. A file shows John Groves, Chief Information Officer at the MoD, informed Defence Secretary Peter Carrington’s office. “After a major effort, the NIO managed to get the item removed from Monday's programme."

21/07/2026

Well done to Osgur and all those who campaigned with and for him. It is shocking that this has taken 50 years. A public inquiry into the Garda 'Heavy Gang' is essential.

The wrongful conviction of Osgur Breatnach for the Sallins train robbery half a century ago has now been declared a miscarriage of justice.

15/07/2026

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09/07/2026

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29/06/2026

Clann Éireann is proud to host the launch of ‘A Bitter Harvest’ the powerful new book by Garbhán Downey, which tells the story of Seán Brown and his family’s long and courageous search for truth and justice.

This special evening will give attendees the opportunity to hear first hand the devastating impact Sean’s loss has had on the family and community. Seán was a respected GAA official and chairman of Bellaghy Wolfe Tones when he was abducted and murdered in May 1997.

We encourage all members and wider community to join us for an important evening of reflection, discussion and remembrance.
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26/06/2026

GAA President Jarlath Burns welcoming the family of Sean Brown to Silverbridge Harps GAC on Thursday night for the launch of Bitter Harvest, Garbhan Downeys powerful book on the life and death of the Bellaghy chairman. Big thanks to Silverbridge GAA and as always the Brown family!

18/06/2026

The PFC were in court this morning to support the Reavey family in their civil case against the PSNI and MOD. This is a momentous day for truth, justice, acknowledgment and vindication for the family.

Eugene Reavey's brothers were shot at the family home in County Armagh on 4 January 1976.

17/06/2026

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/
The family of John Pat Cunningham , murdered by the British Army near Benburb in 1974 accepted an undisclosed settlement today in their civil case against the MoD. Speaking outside court his nephew Charlie Agnew said’ we would have preferred if the criminal case against former soldier Dennis Hutchings had proceeded but he died of Covid during his trial. Not very honourable that he tried to blame his deceased fellow Guardsman for the murder. But today at least is a vindication of John Pats innocence.

The family sued the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for alleged conspiracy in the circumstances surrounding his death.

15/06/2026

📚 Book Launch – A Bitter Harvest 📚

Silverbridge GFC is honoured to host the launch of A Bitter Harvest, the powerful new book by Garbhan Downey, which tells the story of Sean Brown and his family’s long search for truth and justice.

Sean Brown, a respected GAA official and chairman of Bellaghy Wolfe Tones, was abducted and murdered in May 1997. Nearly three decades later, his family continues to campaign tirelessly for answers surrounding the circumstances of his death. Their courage, dignity and determination have touched people right across Ireland and beyond.

This promises to be a thought provoking and important evening, offering an opportunity to hear more about Sean’s story, the impact on his family and community, and the journey that inspired this compelling book.

📅 Date: 25th June
🕢 Time: 7.30pm
📍 Venue: Silverbridge GFC

Whether you have followed the Sean Brown case for many years or are learning about it for the first time, all are welcome to attend what is sure to be an insightful and memorable
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