1993: Anglo-Irish pact for peace
The UK and Irish prime ministers sign The Joint Declaration of Peace on 15 December 1993 in the hope of ending 25 years of violence in Northern Ireland.
After nearly two years’ negotiation, the two leaders, John Major and Albert Reynolds, stand united on the steps of 10 Downing Street.
The declaration states that the Britain would not prevent Northern Ireland leaving the UK and joining the Irish Republic, but that the ultimate decision would lie with the people of Northern Ireland.
Originally broadcast on 15 December 1993.