Ulster Volunteer Force and their self evident Bungling and Incompetence in Bombings. They were not capable of organising and executing the Dublin Synchronised Car Bombings alone. Political Context - Sunningdale The bombings in Dublin and Monaghan on 17 May 1974 represent the single deadliest day of violence in the history of the Troubles. Four car bombs exploded within a period of approximately ninety minutes: three in Dublin city centre during the evening rush hour and a fourth later in...

4,186 views  Premiered Feb 6, 2026 Please click on Button to View and Download Annotated INTRODUCTION John O’Brien is a retired Detective Chief Superintendent of An Garda Síochána, the national police service of Ireland. Over the course of a distinguished policing career that spanned more than 38 years, he held a succession of senior operational and strategic leadership roles.  John also served as National Head of Interpol and Europol, playing a pivotal role in fostering cooperation between...

In recent years, I have authored numerous articles and books about the security situation in Ireland and the role of policing both here and in Northern Ireland. I have always been deeply interested in how politics influences policing and how often the victims have been failed. I am pleased to share this information with you and welcome your comments. While discussions on this topic have not been widespread, I hope to encourage lively debate and deeper understanding. JUST CLICK ON THE...