Jonathan Ganesh, a survivor of the 1996 IRA bombing in London's docklands, has called on Gerry Adams, the former president of Sinn Féin, to provide clarity about his alleged involvement with the IRA. The attack claimed the lives of two people and injured many others, including Ganesh, who was working as a security guard while pursuing law studies.

 

 

Ganesh is among three individuals pursuing a civil case against Adams, seeking symbolic damages of £1 for "vindicatory purposes." The other plaintiffs are John Clark, a survivor of the Old Bailey bombing in 1973, and Barry Laycock, injured in the Manchester IRA bombing of 1996. Adams, who has consistently denied membership in the IRA, is expected to testify in his defense during a High Court hearing set for 2026.

 

Speaking to BBC Radio Ulster’s Good Morning Ulster, Ganesh described the decision to initiate legal action as difficult but necessary. "It wasn't an easy decision to make," he said, "but we believe it was the right decision. It might be the last opportunity that victims of IRA terrorism have."

 

When asked about his expectations from Adams during the court proceedings, Ganesh was unequivocal: "Just tell us the truth. Were you in the IRA or not in the IRA?" He emphasized the importance of accountability, stating, "We must have some sort of closure for the victims. The Troubles in Northern Ireland have left an awful legacy."

 

Ganesh acknowledged that their civil case would not lead to criminal repercussions. "We appreciate they are not going to put anyone in prison," he noted. However, he expressed hope that Adams could provide answers due to his vocal support for the IRA during the conflict. "Because Mr. Adams was so vocal with his support for the IRA, we do believe he may be able to give us some answers. We just need to get that closure."

 

Reflecting on the bombing's impact, Ganesh described the enduring pain it caused. "The injuries I suffered in the bomb have had a terrible impact on my life. I think it will always be there. It will always haunt me," he said. Yet, he considers himself fortunate to have survived. "I describe myself as one of the lucky ones," he added.

 

Despite the physical and emotional scars, Ganesh revealed that he has chosen to forgive those responsible for the attack. "I have forgiven the people that hurt me and my two friends who were killed because forgiveness allows me to move forward with my life," he explained. Nonetheless, he maintained the necessity of accountability. "There must be some accountability," he insisted.

 

Ganesh also underscored the importance of the Northern Ireland peace process, noting its success while highlighting unresolved issues. "The peace process has worked and we support that… but there is something left that we have to resolve," he concluded.

 

For Ganesh and the other plaintiffs, the pursuit of truth and accountability remains an essential step toward healing the wounds left by decades of violence.

 

Based on a report by BBC 2024-12-23

 

 

 

After the British army have revealed the truth about their atrocities in Ireland. 

Gerry Adams, a justifiably proud Irish Republican has consistently denied being a member of the IRA or having any involvement in IRA activities.

 

The police and security services have never produced any evidence to contradict Adams statements on the matter and has endured death threats to himself and his family for having done so.

 

He is a far too rare example of a man willing to engage in diplomacy to end a war. 

Ganesh and his joint plaintiffs have the wrong man.

 

 

Gerry Adams is a liar and a murderer. He denied his involvement in the IRA. and betrayed hls own comrades  to further his  political career.

 Watch the 2024 movie 'say nothing ' 

14 minutes ago, jippytum said:

Gerry Adams is a liar and a murderer. He denied his involvement in the IRA. and betrayed hls own comrades  to further his  political career.

 Watch the 2024 movie 'say nothing ' 

Your evidence is a drama!

 

 

 

24 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Your evidence is a drama!

 

 

 

History is the proof

Just now, jippytum said:

History is the proof

Adams playing a part in the ending of the conflict is the history, it’s backed by

documents and records rather than a drama.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Much hope of getting details out of Adams as a truth out of Starmer

15 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Adams playing a part in the ending of the conflict is the history, it’s backed by

documents and records rather than a drama.

 

 

 Unlike some IRA  supporters people wishing to attone  help make truefull  movies about Adams without fear of legal repicusions because the contents are truthful. They do so to expose this killer. 

 

 watch the 2024 movie

SAY NOTHING

 

 

People with blood ontheir 

5 minutes ago, jippytum said:

People with blood ontheir 

Sorry i lost connection. 

People who wish to atone help make movies to expose Adams. 

they do do without legal repucussions because the contents are factual. 

1 hour ago, jippytum said:

History is the proof

as produced by the fantasy factory?

26 minutes ago, wombat said:

as produced by the fantasy factory?

As produced by the ex IRA London bombers testimony

 

 

 

What still has me mystified was I was watching a documentary and this Irish bloke  from Northern Ireland talking with a Irish accent saying "I'm British not Irish "

 

Could of fooled me talking with a Irish accent!

 

Anyway why do you want to be known as British ?. Especially if you have a Irish accent 

 

Hardly anything to be proud of is it 

,If I had a choice I would rather be Irish 

 

As soon as they get that Union jack off the Australian flag and replace it with a Rainbow flag all the better !

 

Hopefully soon.

7 hours ago, Mburo said:

After the British army have revealed the truth about their atrocities in Ireland. 

Do the IRA ever reveal the truth about anything.

5 hours ago, RichardColeman said:

Much hope of getting details out of Adams as a truth out of Starmer

Or sense out of Chomper!

"Gerry Adams, a justifiably proud Irish Republican has consistently denied being a member of the IRA or having any involvement in IRA activities.

 

 

 

The police and security services have never produced any evidence to contradict Adams statements on the matter and has endured death threats to himself and his family for having done so.

 

 

 

He is a far too rare example of a man willing to engage in diplomacy to end a war. "

 

The real question of course, is was he a tout?

9 minutes ago, herfiehandbag said:

Or sense out of Chomper!

"Gerry Adams, a justifiably proud Irish Republican has consistently denied being a member of the IRA or having any involvement in IRA activities.

 

 

 

The police and security services have never produced any evidence to contradict Adams statements on the matter and has endured death threats to himself and his family for having done so.

 

 

 

He is a far too rare example of a man willing to engage in diplomacy to end a war. "

 

The real question of course, is was he a tout?

He’s a man willing to negotiate for peace even if it meant putting a target on his back.

 

He’s also, unlike me, the subject of the thread.

 

But what it all comes down to at the end of the day ....is all those politicians lunch and dine together on your money.

 

They may fight with each other publicly but I bet you the Irish leprauchaun bracelet that if you walked into the Parliamentary dining room on a Saturday night they all be sitting together wining & dining on your money ....oh to be sure to be sure !

5 hours ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Adams playing a part in the ending of the conflict is the history, it’s backed by

documents and records rather than a drama.

 

 

 

 

 

 

I just knew you would be on here protecting the terrorists.....😒

Just now, transam said:

I just knew you would be on here protecting the terrorists.....😒

By the way aren't they still fighting?

I think they still have a WALL separating them 

 

What I always wanted to know is how do you get on with your work colleagues if they opposite religion?

Do you still talk to them?

1 minute ago, georgegeorgia said:

By the way aren't they still fighting?

I think they still have a WALL separating them 

 

What I always wanted to know is how do you get on with your work colleagues if they opposite religion?

Do you still talk to them?

Me, no.................🤭

5 minutes ago, transam said:

I just knew you would be on here protecting the terrorists.....😒

Can you point out the bit where I ‘protect the terrorists’?

Give it your best go.

 

3 minutes ago, transam said:

Me, no.................🤭

So you went to work and just because someone was Catholic you didn't talk to them ..omg 

I hope this doesn't happen anymore in northern Ireland especially the cleaners in the public hospitals!!

Just now, georgegeorgia said:

So you went to work and just because someone was Catholic you didn't talk to them ..omg 

I hope this doesn't happen anymore in northern Ireland especially the cleaners in the public hospitals!!

Hey, I am not Irish, and I am not religious in any shape or form...🤭

9 minutes ago, georgegeorgia said:

So you went to work and just because someone was Catholic you didn't talk to them ..omg 

I hope this doesn't happen anymore in northern Ireland especially the cleaners in the public hospitals!!

It was for generations a bit more than not speaking to Catholics in the work place. They were routinely excluded altogether.

 

 

Off topic deflection posts and replies have been removed as Muslim terrorists are not related to this topic. 

1 hour ago, Chomper Higgot said:

It was for generations a bit more than not speaking to Catholics in the work place. They were routinely excluded altogether.

 

 

I hope this prejudice doesn't go on nowadays in the workplace in Northern Ireland otherwise I will call in sick 

1 hour ago, Chomper Higgot said:

It was for generations a bit more than not speaking to Catholics in the work place. They were routinely excluded altogether.

 

 

Where...?

 

15 hours ago, Social Media said:

Ganesh and the other plaintiffs, the pursuit of truth and accountability remains an essential step toward healing the wounds left by decades of violence.

Indeed but don't rely on any truth coming out of Gerry Adams mouth when he appears in court even though the founders of the IRA say he was and call his constant denials lies.

23 hours ago, RichardColeman said:

Much hope of getting details out of Adams as a truth out of Starmer

 

That's a bit harsh (on Adams).