Politics

Making sense of political events, decisions and ideas directly affecting Northern Ireland. Given their geographical proximity, events in Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland will be included in this section

In a storm without an anchor. The Great Repeal Bill, and what it means for NI

Eamonn CunninghamJuly 17, 2017

It may well be the height of summer, but Northern Ireland is enduring a political storm. We remain adrift and without an anchor as the tide pushes towards Brex... Read More...

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Why Corbyn’s Brexit contradictions could cost us

Alexander RedpathJuly 17, 2017

Brexit will be the defining political issue of this parliament. I wish the government well in the negotiations and fervently hope they will bring back a deal th... Read More...

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The political week in 5 points

Heather WilsonJuly 16, 2017

Twelfth Day celebrations pass of peacefully. The Twelfth Day parade usually brings with it anxiety around protests, riots, drunkenness and political hostility. ... Read More...

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Let’s talk sensibly about bonfires

Heather WilsonJuly 12, 2017

In the days leading up to the Twelfth celebrations the bonfire debate was re-ignited. Despite the yearly occurrence of this debate, politicians have once again ... Read More...

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We’re taught to demonise more than bonfires

Connor DalyJuly 12, 2017

Is hope for a new kind of politics in Northern Ireland lost? After the latest round of Stormont talks broke down, politicians left the stage for summer. It’s... Read More...

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Death in the Mediterranean: why aren’t we doing more?

Kerry CorbettJuly 11, 2017

Summer: the season for sun, sea and sand. Of course the Irish weather can be a bit of a hindrance to quality beach time, and in light of that many of us opt ... Read More...

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