Kneecap and why Israel/Gaza resonates more in Northern Ireland

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The west Belfast rap band Kneecap have dominated recent headlines. Tara Mills and Declan Harvey chat about why there is a such a tie between Northern Ireland and Israel/Gaza. Dr Julie Norman from University College London gives us the very latest from the Middle East. Also on today’s episode:Our BBC complaint of the week – should a BBC TV news presenter be allowed to wear trainers? Contact us: [email protected]

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