# The Balcombe Street Siege

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Podcast: [The Troubles Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-troubles-podcast-7003553)
Published: 2025-09-29T23:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The Balcombe Street Gang were an active service unit based in London, and one of the Provisional IRA’s most efficient units operating outside of Northern Ireland. Their 14-month campaign saw them planting upwards of 40 bombs around the London area, which killed and injured many and struck terror in the hearts of Londoners. Their reign came to an end after a six-day siege took place between members of the gang and the London metropolitan police and in this episode we will learn about the gang itself, and the siege which was watched live on TV by millions of people around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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