# 222. Racist Attacks in Belfast | John Manley

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Podcast: [The Ireland Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ireland-podcast-6592574)
Published: 2026-06-16T12:24:02+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/the-ireland-podcast/episodes/222-racist-attacks-in-belfast-john-manley
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## Resource

John Manley, Political Correspondent with The Irish News, joins The Ireland Podcast to discuss the recent racist attacks in Belfast. We explore how the unrest developed, the role of social media, loyalism, political leadership, immigration, trust in institutions, and the wider social and political context in Northern Ireland. John also reflects on the challenges facing working-class unionist communities, the changing media landscape, and what gives him hope for the future. Recorded in Belfast on 15 June 2026. Relevant Links https://www.irishnews.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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