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Sarah Scott

Experience NI as it was 50 years ago through unearthed TV footage

Experience Northern Ireland as it was 50 years ago through recently unearthed TV footage.

BBC Northern Ireland is hosting a unique event on June 13 showcasing rarely seen archive footage from the three main broadcasters - BBC NI, UTV and RTÉ.

A series of short films will be presented, documenting life in Northern Ireland in the 1960s and early 1970s, including events surrounding the Troubles.

Following the screening, hear first-hand accounts of the editorial challenges, moral dilemmas and technical battles faced by broadcasters of that era.

Chaired by Peter Weil, former BBC producer (Panorama and Newsnight) and ex-Deputy Head of Programmes at BBC NI, the panel discussion will include contributions from former UTV and BBC news editor Robin Walsh, former BBC news reporter Don Anderson and former RTÉ news reporter Kevin Healy.

This event is brought to you by BBC Northern Ireland in collaboration with RTÉ Archives, Northern Ireland Screen, UTV and PRONI.

It will take place at BBC Blackstaff House on Thursday, June 13, at 7.30pm and tickets are free.

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