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

The Political Week in 5 Points

Alina UtrataNovember 11, 2018

Another Johnson resigns Jo Johnson, the junior transport minister and younger brother of former foreign secretary Boris Johnson, has resigned over Theresa May... Read More...

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Democrats capture House, but US remains as divided as ever

Steve McGookinNovember 7, 2018

In the end, the “blue wave” was no tsunami and despite washing through America’s suburbs it largely evaporated on the beaches of Florida. Last night’s midter... Read More...

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US Midterms – Races to Watch on Election Night

Julia FlanaganNovember 5, 2018

Americans go to the polls on Tuesday in one of the most eagerly anticipated midterm elections in US political history. This will be the first national electo... Read More...

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The political week in 5 points

Alina UtrataNovember 4, 2018

Brief encounters with Karen Bradley Secretary of State Karen Bradley met with leaders from all of Northern Ireland's parties at Stormont for 45 minutes on Thu... Read More...

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What will we do with the time given to us?

Heather WilsonNovember 4, 2018

“I wish it need not have happened in my time”, said Frodo. “So do I”, said Gandalf, “and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decid... Read More...

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“As an Irish man, born on the island of Ireland, who holds an Irish passport, it was a proud and important moment.”

James CumiskeyNovember 1, 2018

Last Friday I voted in the Irish presidential election for the first time. Not because I haven’t wanted to before, but as an Irishman it’s been the first time I... Read More...

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