Breaking Point: Belfast and Beyond

MOTH News Live | Breaking Point: Belfast and Beyond

The latest week of evidence in the Noah Donohoe inquest has raised fresh questions about one of Northern Ireland’s most controversial cases. Four mental health experts told the inquest they found no evidence that mental illness, psychosis, substance use or clear suicidal intent contributed to Noah’s death, while also acknowledging that too many key questions remain unanswered to explain what happened.

Meanwhile, Belfast has witnessed some of the most serious public disorder seen in recent years. Riots, attacks on homes and growing tensions around migration have sparked a wider debate about community relations, political leadership and the pressures facing Northern Ireland.

We’ll also examine how major events can become what some describe as “sparking agents” for wider public anger and distrust. From the continuing fallout surrounding Epstein to the role of social media in shaping public narratives, we’ll explore how stories evolve far beyond their original facts.

This week’s programme asks a simple question: what happens when people feel they are not getting the answers they need?

Join Oscar Virdee, Johnny and Al Francis as they break down the week’s biggest stories and the debates shaping public opinion across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

🎙️ With Oscar Virdee, Johnny & Al Francis
📺 Live Friday at 11AM

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