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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

Why can dissident republicans not accept that ‘armed struggle’ is in the past?

John CoulterAugust 21, 2019

Are dissident republicans adopting a ‘candle in the wind’ approach to violence or can they simply not accept mainstream republicanism’s view that armed struggle... Read More...

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What could ‘no deal’ mean for Northern Ireland?

Callum McNeillAugust 20, 2019

With a no-deal departure from the European Union on the horizon, a scenario that is apparently being actively pursued by the new administration in Downing Stree... Read More...

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The political week in 5 points

Jamie PowAugust 18, 2019

Pro-democracy protests continue in Hong Kong Undeterred by the heavy rain, over 100,000 people have taken part in peaceful pro-democracy demonstrations in Hong... Read More...

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Tear down the peace walls

Fionnbharr RodgersAugust 15, 2019

"He then became a Jesuit. His first desire was to be a missionary, but he had learned to obey and became a Chaplain at the Front during the war. Here he proved ... Read More...

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miNI-backstop remains the logical answer to Brexit riddle

Kevin MeagherAugust 13, 2019

Forget the threats. Ignore the bluster. Disregard the hyperbole. Put aside the crass remarks, general amateurishness and incessant game-playing. Boris Johnso... Read More...

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Anglo-Irish relations are a peach compared to 50 years ago

Kevin MeagherAugust 12, 2019

So Boris is coming to visit Leo, although Leo’s pretty clear there’s going to be no backsliding on the backstop. The Prime Minister will just have to try and... Read More...

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