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They moved back to Northern Ireland a few years ago but we still keep in touch. Although he worked with Whitehall intelligence operative Stephen Fisher before the force, Strickland is always wary of him and will defend his officers when Whitehall attempts to manipulate them in socially sensitive cases. And the restaurant is a real family affair and we all spend a great deal of time there. Detective Superintendent Sandra Pullman (Amanda Redman) (20032013): Born in 1961, Sandra is the original head of the unit, being the only current serving police officer and at the time the only woman in UCOS. A running sub-plot involves Pullman's unsuccessful love life, which is mostly shown as a string of unsatisfactory relationships and numerous failed efforts at romance, including an attempt at speed dating. He was born on September 6, 1948 in Galesburg, IL, the son of Leroy and Betty (Linder) Armstrong. While I was in there, I saw a pregnancy test, so I picked one up. She turns round and it was Deborah. So her great-great-grandfather and my great-great-grandmother were brother and sister. Listen to Simple Gifts by George Armstrong & Gerry Armstrong on Apple Music. It gave me greater knowledge of Spanish football, which got me a commentary and analysis job at Sky TV for 22 years. Dearly loved husband of Patricia (deceased) and treasured Father and Father-in-law of Mark and Donna, Craig and Simone, Paul and Leanne, Fiona and Jeff, Glenn and Cushla and Sean and Janie. Gerald "Gerry" L. Armstrong, 74, of Monmouth, IL, passed away at 12:30 a.m., Sunday, January 29, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. Harry had tried to kill Julia at their home on the same day but had accidentally died after falling onto the knife he was wielding during a struggle with Tom and Julia, the death subsequently being covered up until the body was discovered 33 years later. He frequently uses underhanded methods to access private records, and his bizarre behaviour when gathering information or testing out theories tends to get him into trouble. Hanson is subsequently found not guilty on the charge of attempted murder. It was crazy, and a harsh lesson to learn at such a young age. May we celebrate Gerry's life through the way we live ours! [6][10] In February 1989, he took up the same position at Crawley Town, before leaving in March 1990 after another confrontation with a fan. Deborah, like me, has a flexible attitude and can just pick up and go somewhere if we need to travel because of my work. This was no coincidence, as an investigation by UCOS several years later revealed that Hanson had run over Jack's wife, Mary. Deborah and Ialso took on responsibility formy daughters Aishleen and Caitlan from my previous marriage. After that I had two sons, Brendan and Ciaran, who live in England. He at last proves that three policemen in charge of the custody suite, whose failure to check on Kaye allowed him to die from drug-related complications, then conspired to pin blame on the arresting officer, Brian. DCI John Caldwell: The New IRA threat after Omagh shooting, The Firm: Inside Lurgan and Portadowns cross-community crime gang. You either have the right attitude or you don't and my gaelic background set me up well for the transition to football. I didnt know anything about all of that at that stage. A. I couldn't get anyone to support me better than Deborah. Initially reluctant to lead the squad, she warms to her colleagues and views them as her friends. Luke Hanson (Joe Absolom) (20062009) Luke is the son of Ricky Hanson and gets his father arrested for the murder of Jack's wife Mary after he admits he was in the car with his father. New IRA powerbase just 20 miles away so why didnt intelligence flag possible attack? She is not easy to buy for, though, as she prefers simple gestures to material things. POWER COUPLE: Darren Clarke and Alison Campbell. Her teacher mentioned to me she's a bit too physical as she said her dad said 'if you can't go around them, go through them!'. Q. He is also skilled in self-defence. I found out later that shed been an air hostess and had taken me on loads of flights from Belfast City to Gatwick over the years with Jersey European. She said, Hi Gerry, you probably dont remember me., I do, I met you with Alison a few months ago., Im just at the bar here. I was looking at a scrapbook one night and saw photographs of me in it. He spent the majority of his career in England, as well as having a spell in Spain. After a tense beginning, he and Sandra share a mutually respectful but barbed friendship. Michael's done a fantastic job from a tough start and it will be very sad when he leaves, but we wish him even more success at Stoke. When I was a teenager I thought I knew everything but I was very wrong. John 'Jack' Halford (Ex-Detective Chief Superintendent) (James Bolam) (20032012, 2013): The highest-ranking retired officer on the team, and the first to be approached by Sandra when setting up UCOS, Jack Halford is the unofficial second-in-command. One time I marked Cyrille Regis, and when I did well I was told to stick at it, even though I didn't like playing there. You played in Spain for Real Mallorca after the 1982 World Cup when Diego Maradona was at Barcelona, what was that experience like? [6] Following the goal he scored against Spain in the 1982 World Cup, he was the subject of abuse from opposition fans. Did you try to help him? In another instance, wherein the team made a collar and got a less-than-desirable result that would possibly cause a small political storm, Strickland made it clear that he had wanted the case investigated regardless, aware that it was unlikely to end happily. Gerry even threatens to leave when Sasha reveals she has covertly gathered evidence without informing her new colleagues, but by the end of the case he has come to respect her. She is great at her job, highly respected in her field and brings a positive balance to the dark nature of her work with her sharp wit and open, friendly personality. The commentary is fun, I really enjoy it. As we were chatting I was trying to remember if Id seen him play. She leaves UCOS after episode 8 of series 10. [15], Armstrong had combined his coaching positions with employment in football journalism - in television, in radio and in print. 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What Id decided to do was propose to Deborah on the pitch and announce it to everyone there and then. When Jack confronts Hanson, he cruelly confesses the crime in detail, prompting Jack to attempt revenge by running the criminal down, but Jack is prevented from doing so. Despite this, he has respect for UCOS and its members, being a strong supporter of the UCOS team, with having used his influence to protect them when necessary. She later realises that he has lied when he gives evidence in court relating to Ricky Hanson when he hesitates before claiming that Emily is his daughter. I am very settled in Majorca now and we have made it our home. To give Marianna more opportunities. I see her as a female equivalent of me which is a scary thought! I could rattle off the whole team to you, including the great Jack Charlton, Norman Hunter, Johnny Giles, Billy Bremner, Eddie Gray and Mick Jones, a big strong target man. Her career consequently stalled and she is made to take charge of UCOS, initially against her will. Of Queensland formerly of Auckland and Coromandel. I had managed Worthing and Crawley and was moving up the ladder. At 68 years old, Gerry Armstrong height is 1.8 m . Mum's family had a big gaelic background and both liked to see me play sport. MEMORIES: Gerry and Debby share a laugh as he reads from his new autobiography, Every player or celebrity was at a different table and Alison Campbells agency also had a girl at every table. The Spaniards had different skills and techniques so I was learning again. Stream songs including "Mairi's Wedding", "Corn Stalk Fiddle" and more. She was last seen visiting him in hospital after a car accident at the beginning of the fourth series. Whilst looking for answers about corruption allegations against her father, Sandra tracks Jean down and forces her to admit Gordon's involvement in vice and prostitution, which later leads Sandra to discover his responsibility in the death of local pimp, Ian Randall. Q. He has a sleazy personality and is regarded with contempt by most people who meet him. It was also a nice opportunity to get out of Belfast. Theres 20 years between us, so we inevitably attracted attention. Once I hit 15 they took more interest in my development and were always really encouraging. I ask him about that night in Valencia in 1982 and he can remember it like yesterday. Northern Ireland legend Gerry Armstrong on being a late starter in football, the moment that changed his life and coping with tragedy, Family life: Gerry Armstrong with wife Deborah and daughter Marianna, Iconic moment: Gerry Armstrong says scoring for Northern Ireland against Spain at the 1982 World Cup changed his life, Wedded bliss: Gerry and Deborah married in Thailand in 2004. I went out with Stephen Watson from the BBC and a couple of other guys after a Northern Ireland game in Belfast at the end of April 2004. They were born premature, Gerard Peter lived for a day and Jennifer Anne lived for two days. I can remember he interviewed me when Northern Ireland played England at Old Trafford and I told him he deserves a lot of credit for how fit I was when we went to Spain for the World Cup in 1982. Q. I'm sure you've probably forgotten about that goal against Spain in Valencia at the 1982 World Cup, but did it change your life? He is an outspoken critic of the amount of diving in the modern game. I also played against Michel Platini in the World Cup but Maradona must be the toughest opponent I've faced. We went off to the party that night, and I stopped on the way to buy a couple of bottles of champagne to take with us. Id told Deborah we could go on the pitch before the game as a treat for Jade, so she could tell her friends shed been on Windsor Park. I had just got married and it was a good time to leave. It is released next month, it will make a great Christmas present for anyone who loves their football and Im trying to get Gerry over before Christmas to do a book signing. He does, however, engage the team in cases with a political aspect, and sometimes becomes involved in other sensitive cases. Holly Griffin (Storme Toolis) (20132014): Dan Griffin's daughter. New IRA powerbase just 20 miles away so why didnt intelligence flag possible attack? Gerry and I are currently living in Costa De La Calma in Majorca where we have been for the past two years. Q. While they were staying with me, my mum phoned one night and asked about the TV documentary. Ted is extremely superstitious and has many quirky tendencies. I was intrigued with her, I thought she was a really lovely girl. The barricades were up, there were shootings, killings and it was hard to get in and out. Despite this he embarks on a new relationship with Fiona Kennedy, a pathologist whose charm and optimism are matched only by her intelligence. We have so many talented people here, despite having such a small population. Brian once suspected Esther of being a spy sent to report on his activities, when he discovered a link between her and a high-profile protest group. Deborah Armstrong manages a restaurant in Majorca where she lives with husband Gerry, the ex-Northern Ireland football star who is now a Sky sports presenter. Gerry has "no regrets" putting Paul's name in the public domain . It is only during her career at UCOS that she learns he committed suicide by carbon monoxide poisoning, as he was about to be arrested by Jack Halford for attempting to cover up killing a small-time pimp. Esther and Brian met when he arrested her for attempting to steal a copy of Lady Chatterley's Lover from a library. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Donald Bevan (Nicholas Day / Tim Woodward in the Pilot) (20032004): Deputy Assistant Commissioner Donald Bevan is. In his final appearance, he tries to get Sandra Pullman hired by SO10 (covert operations), and suffers politically as a result. That's how I worked my way to the front of the queue. Doors just opened for me and I took the opportunities. He has a disabled teenage daughter, Holly, who enjoys jazz music. [6], Armstrong last played competitive football for Brighton-based non-league side Whitehawk in 199798, making a scoring debut on 9 December 1997 in 3-1 Sussex County League Cup defeat at Burgess Hill Town. It's not easy taking step children on board but she did that 16 years ago and blown everyone out of the water with what she's done. Broadcaster, TV, Radio and Facebook Live. After his playing career finished, Gerry started working on TV and was part of Sky Sports La Liga coverage for many years. A. A. I was an Arsenal fan but all my mates were Spurs, so I used to go with them to watch games. A year later, I was playing for Northern Ireland. Gerry and Debby's wedding ceremony in Thailand. Detective Chief Inspector Sasha Miller (Tamzin Outhwaite) (20132015): Fresh from her role as a DI in the Kidnap Unit, newly promoted DCI Miller is firm, feisty and fair with an inclusive and modern management style. Tim Armstrong, chief executive officer at Oath Inc., and wife Nancy Armstrong arrive for a morning session during the Allen & Co. Media and. Deborah Armstrong manages a restaurant in Majorca where she lives with husband Gerry, the ex-Northern Ireland football star who is now a Sky sports presenter. This causes Gerry to initially believe that he has been planted by the Murder Squad for information. In the final episode of the ninth series, "Part of a Whole", it transpires that Strickland first knew Fisher at Sandhurst and was part of a covert 'black bag' operation (a robbery) that went awry. Our family were big Leeds United fans and they remain my team. A significant supporting character. But he was right - we had found something special and different. I wasnt looking for a relationship. I was mentally and physically in good condition and Graham gave me belief. We looked at Elton, the superstar, and he looked at us thinking he'd like to be a footballer. Shes now a good friend of ours and we had good craic. He is also an amazing dad and I love to see him spending time with the girls. The new Irish Sea Border: What does it mean? He and Gerry bonded and became fast friends. In 1980, the Church assigned Armstrong, then a member of the Church's elite Sea Org, to organize some personal papers of L. Ron Hubbard that were to serve as the basis of a new biography of Hubbard. I only took it up when I was about 16 and three years later I signed for Spurs, which is crazy. I still own part of Quarteirense, a Portuguese football club and keep myself busy. Brian correctly deduces that Jack has a terminal illness, and only has a short time to live, but promises not to tell the others until after Jack's death. Next summer we will be away for several weeks in France. I've worked at Pirates Adventure since 1994 and set up Radio One Mallorca in 2009. 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