Despite being a somewhat self-serving officer, he has nonetheless been quite supportive of the actions of UCOS. Gail Bell 27 January, 2022 01:00. [6] In January 1987, he was loaned to Millwall. We didn't wear helmets in the hurling and used to get a lot of cuts so maybe it was time to try something different! See the complete profile on LinkedIn and discover Gerry's connections and jobs at similar companies. Norman went to the left, Billy to the right and I went right side of midfield. I went over to sit at my table and she was on the table next to me. [17], Armstrong has appeared on Singaporean media as an analyst on SingTel mio TV's 2014 World Cup coverage which was mirrored on The Straits Times.[18]. [2][3] He returned as an illusion conjured by Sandra in series 10, episode 8 in the UCOS office, encouraging her in her decision to move on and broaden her horizons elsewhere. 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. At 68 years old, Gerry Armstrong height is 1.8 m . I was looking at Glenn Hoddle and Neil McNab and thinking how could I match their skill level? Along with his familial commitments, he has a continuing interest in gambling, and thus joined UCOS for financial reasons. Id prompted the TV company, they were in on it, so when we went out on the pitch, they came over as if they were doing an interview. Watford broke their transfer record and paid Spurs 250,000 to sign him in 1980. Gerry and his wife Deborah in Windsor Park. I've worked at Pirates Adventure since 1994 and set up Radio One Mallorca in 2009. The Armstrong family, as Gerry attests, have been let down by many over the years, including the police and the Historical Enquiries Team. Q. [6] He signed for Brighton & Hove Albion on a free transfer in August 1986. Grace Pullman (Sheila Hancock) (20072008, 2011): Grace is Sandra Pullman's mother and the widow of Sandra's father, Gordon, who died by suicide by carbon monoxide inhalation. Hannah Waterman, who plays Emily, is Dennis Waterman's real life daughter. A 'Jack the lad', Gerry is an old-school police officer. She is not easy to buy for, though, as she prefers simple gestures to material things. Did you survive the parties with Elton John? In an argument with his wife, Steve lost his temper and threw a radio across the room, which led to Trisha getting custody of their son Stuart; several years passed before he had any contact with Stuart again. He loved being with the footballers. A. I couldn't get anyone to support me better than Deborah. Marianna wants to be an actress or a singer, that's her goal. He currently works as a football analyst. I loved the competitive side of it and I was getting fitter. I didnt even see these photographs until wed been together maybe two years. He often gets around by bicycle. Gerry Armstrong, reflecting on his time playing for Real Mallorca after his performances in the 1982 World Cup. A. Watford was good, I enjoyed playing for Graham Taylor. Shed just been doing a gig with the girls and she introduced me to them. 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We were only as good as our team-mates, from Pat Jennings in goal to myself and Billy Hamilton. He was that good, Tottenham Hotspur paid 25,000 for his services in 1975. 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. Gerard Joseph Armstrong (born 23 May 1954) is a former Northern Ireland international footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur. This blog will give you my news, views and my life on our island in the sun. At the conclusion of the series, with his son having moved to Australia, Steve decides to get a private investigator's licence and move there himself. In 1994, he became assistant manager of the Northern Ireland national team, under his former national teammate Bryan Hamilton. 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!'. Next summer we will be away for several weeks in France. Emily is eager to be an excellent police officer like Gerry and proves successful. 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. With Northern Ireland requiring a win to progress to the next stage, Armstrong scored a 47th-minute goal against hosts Spain in Valencia. I knew after Deborah and I had been out a few times that we would get married. Gerry Armstrong @GArmstrong82 Official account. She knew Stephen and she recognised me from back in the 80s and we got chatting. We also had no naturally left-footed player. A. I think it can be easier now for players to be noticed, but you've got to be hungry. Elton was a top man and we'd get invites to his concerts as well. Alison was Miss NI in 1982 and I knew her from back in those days. This move put him on the then Northern Ireland manager Billy Binghams radar. She was very, very shocked, but she was pleased. We looked at Elton, the superstar, and he looked at us thinking he'd like to be a footballer. Of Queensland formerly of Auckland and Coromandel. A. 1. . I love Christmas and I have the tree up already. I like to keep us all together as a family. He is Sandra's mentor on numerous occasions, having been her boss on the murder squad. But I did have power and pace, combined with the right attitude and determination. but my wife, Debbie, is a good cook and is often in charge of our meals. She's been playing different sports including netball. Now, a loving and stable couple, they support one another through the various trials of their jobs and Danny's somewhat complex family life. Just after we came back, we were going to a birthday party. The finale sees him promoted to Assistant Commissioner, saving UCOS from the political machinations of his predecessor. Emily Driscoll (Hannah Waterman) (20062010): Emily Driscoll is a trainee police officer who turns up at Gerry's house saying that she thinks he is her father. A significant supporting character. Five years later, Armstrong was selected for the Northern Ireland squad for the 1982 FIFA World Cup in Spain. He was initially in a relationship with girlfriend Charley, although it was implied in Series 10 that it had ended after he settled in London. Northern Ireland, Spurs, Watford, Real Mallorca etc. After his playing career finished, Gerry started working on TV and was part of Sky Sports La Liga coverage for many years. It took me five months to get to grips with the language. He works at weekends, so he has plenty of time during the week to spend with us as a family. 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. Jarrett has held the post since 2006 but will retire after . There are 100+ professionals named "Gerry Armstrong", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. We have opened a restaurant called Gerry Perri's which I run day-to-day as well as being a mum to Caitlin (15), and Marianna (9). But I kept looking at Deborah. A softly-spoken and gentle man, he nevertheless possesses a quick and sometimes violent temper that he unleashes on suspects, although he will often become calm when he has reached the endgame, further unsettling suspects to achieve a confession. Three years after that, I was at the World Cup and then played in Spain against Barcelona and Real Madrid. Firstly that he actually wasnt going to be a footballer at all. It was lovely to come back home at that stage, but because of the situation with her being a Protestant, me being a Catholic, it wasnt easy. He represented the Northern Ireland national football team and won acclaim at the 1982 FIFA World Cup, where he was the highest scoring player from the UK; this included a shock winner against hosts Spain. Then there was the age barrier. They settled on one that was close in taste to Jameson, Gerrys favourite Irish Whiskey. He maintained that it was a conspiracy against him; his colleagues believed that he simply refused to admit his own mistake. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. My mum had told me that his sister, Jane, was my great-great-grandmother. I was a good jumper and had pace. He is an outspoken critic of the amount of diving in the modern game. 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It was a really bad day. 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. With 10 minutes to go it was job done, and I was never a big fan of Ronald, that was sour grapes - big time - for me. [6] Following the goal he scored against Spain in the 1982 World Cup, he was the subject of abuse from opposition fans. 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