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Photocopy typescript communiqué (with copies) from [Sinn Féin to the British government]. Taking umbrage with inflexibility of their last (15 July) communication requiring a private unilateral assurance; mentioning their 11-paragraph document which they withhold until talks begin; pointing to majority of fatalities stemming from Loyalist groups; asserting their own dedication to the peace process. (With a caption by [Éamonn Downey], referring to Sinn Féin's Setting the record straight; this is their response to the 15 July- message.)

Typescript copy of communiqué from [the Provisional IRA] to [Prime Minister Harold Wilson], offering twelve terms for a bilateral truce. Detailing the foregone meetings with the government since the Feakle discussions in December 1974, their inability to justify the ceasefire any longer, the non- acceptance of these terms as previously offered on 21 January. Reiterating 'our sincerity to explore every avenue to secure an honourable and permanent end to this war'. Enclosing typed copy of twelve terms. Handwritten notes by [Brendan Duddy] on reverse of copy terms; seemingly dealing with business. (A caption from [Éamonn Downey] supplies origin and recipient, and contextualisation of the item, with a reference to information from Peter Taylor.)

Communiqué issued by The Army Council of the I.R.A. addressed 'To The Irish People' . The Communiqué announces that 'Resistance to British rule in occupied Ireland has now entered a decisive stage. Early today, northern units of the Irish Republican Army attacked key British occupation installations.' The communiqué goes on to outline the causes and nature of the conflict between Ireland and Britain, making special reference to the 'Six Counties', describing the people living there as 'the direct victims of British Imperialism and also as the backbone of the national revolutionary resurgence.' The communiqué goes on to say that 'the foe will use his considerable resources to divide us by fanning the fires of bigotry and sectarianism - twin enemies of Irish Republicanism.'

Printed statement regarding the formation and background of the Communist Party of Ireland. Kevin Boyle and other names are listed on the bottom of this sheet.

Details of the job application process and applications received for the post; correspondence with Pat Healy regarding the post, his acceptance and reports of work completed.

Community Adviser Reports from John McCormack detailing the area he visited, the reasons for the visit and any planned action.

Community Adviser Reports from Liam Hyland detailing the area he visited, the reasons for the visit and any planned action.

Muintir na Tíre established Community Alert in 1986. These files deal with the establishment of Community Alert and how it has developed.

Files relating to the financial dealings of Community Alert

Correspondence with government ministers seeking funding for 1990/1991 campaign; correspondence with Health Boards seeking funding; reports on development of community alert; notes on calls from Ministers; meeting notes