Irish role in slavery is marked

The part played by people in Northern Ireland in the abolition and promotion of the slave trade is being marked.

In Belfast's Linenhall Library rare documents and artefacts have gone on display as part of the Hidden Connections exhibition marking the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the African slave trade.

Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness opened the display on Tuesday, describing the trade as a "manifestation of racism and greed".