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

Northern Review: Mediating Power-Sharing

Connor DalyAugust 23, 2018

Over a year-and-a-half since Stormont collapsed, failed attempts between parties at getting the institutions 'back up and running’ and the odd high-profile poli... Read More...

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Derry Girls Against Borders

Northern Slant GuestAugust 20, 2018

We can’t predict the future, but we can actively try to shape it. We can’t change the past, but we can actively learn from it. Forming and maintain... Read More...

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The Brexit issue we’re neglecting

Kerrie MilfordAugust 20, 2018

Northern Ireland's unique post-Brexit position has of course prompted much debate about ramifications for jobs, trade, investment and the peace process. However... Read More...

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Reunification debate: Let’s hear from Unionism

Heather WilsonAugust 17, 2018

https://twitter.com/hevwilson_e/status/1028238722641416193 After tweeting out these thoughts last week, the reaction I received confirmed to me two t... Read More...

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Keeping the lights on: An overview of the electricity market

Daniel MarshallAugust 16, 2018

In February this year I wrote an article for Northern Slant on infrastructure and the important role it plays in the functioning of society. I argued it should ... Read More...

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The political week in 5 points

Jamie PowAugust 12, 2018

Simon Hamilton admits DUP colleagues have not shown ‘appropriate respect’ for the Irish language. Speaking at a cross-party debate at the 30th Féile an Phobail,... Read More...

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