Editor remembers travels with Thatcher, the IRA's No 1 target
By Deric Henderson, Press Association Ireland Editor
I used to dread Margaret Thatcher coming to Northern Ireland because it meant 12 hours in the company of the IRA’s No 1 target.
Try from €1.50 / week
SUBSCRIBEBy Deric Henderson, Press Association Ireland Editor
I used to dread Margaret Thatcher coming to Northern Ireland because it meant 12 hours in the company of the IRA’s No 1 target.
Already a subscriber? Sign in
You have reached your article limit.
Annual €130 €80
Best value
Monthly €12€6 / month
Introductory offers for new customers. Annual billed once for first year. Renews at €130. Monthly initial discount (first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12 a month. Ts&Cs apply.
CONNECT WITH US TODAY
Be the first to know the latest news and updates
Newsletter
Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - 7:00 AM
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - 7:00 AM
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - 7:00 AM
© Examiner Echo Group Limited