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Who is Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson?
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He has been described as the most important man in Northern Ireland, an unelected influencer whose tentacles have gone all the way to the top of Unionist politics.
Found in court to have committed perjury, aspiring lawyer and advisor to the Orange Order’s campaign to march on the Garvaghy Road, Jamie Bryson has proved himself to be a divisive character who grabs headlines, enjoys the limelight but who also should not be underestimated or misunderstood.
So who is Bryson, what is his background and what are his ambitions?
Nicola speaks to Niall Donald as we profile a man who may be beaten but who will not be going away.
This episode is produced by Jenny Friel.
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