'From dying on the streets to dancing on the streets' - 50 years of The Peace People

BBC Northern Ireland Friday 14 August 2026, 05:15 UTC 1 min read

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Gerry Grehan, head of The Peace People organisation which was founded 50 years ago this week, said the Fleadh demonstrated the transformation Belfast has undergone since the Troubles.

Gerry Grehan (PERSON) The Peace People organisation (ORG) Fleadh (ORG) Belfast (LOCATION)

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