Newly released census results may fuel calls for a referendum on uniting Ireland, experts say, but not right away.
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Johnson’s Softer Tone on Northern Ireland Trade Rules Belies Hard-Line Plans
Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who traveled to Northern Ireland on Monday, also urged a power-sharing government in the wake of Sinn Fein’s victory in legislative elections.
Northern Ireland’s Health Minister Is Suing Van Morrison Over Covid Criticism
The Belfast-born singer-songwriter has embraced conspiracy theories and criticized restrictions to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Last year, he released a single called “No More Lockdown.”
The Ghosts of Northern Ireland’s Troubles Are Back. What’s Going On?
A peace agreement nearly a quarter-century ago helped transform Northern Ireland after decades of bitter conflict. But new issues are reawakening old feuds.
Northern Ireland Sees Spasm of Violence as Old Tensions Resurface
Brexit and Covid have brought longtime grievances to the surface and protests to the streets.
Don’t Mess With Ireland, Biden Warns Boris Johnson
The Democratic presidential candidate warned Britain’s prime minister that any deal with the European Union must protect the Irish peace agreement.
Brexit Behind Him, Boris Johnson Tries to Quiet Scotland’s Calls to Leave U.K.
Scottish polling shows a majority favor independence. The prime minister is concerned.
Nurses in Northern Ireland Strike Amid Growing Health Care Crisis
About 15,000 nurses walked out Wednesday, demanding pay parity with the rest of Britain, and more staffing to save a health system they say is endangering patient safety.
For Scotland and Northern Ireland, a Weakening of Ties
Both strongly opposed Boris Johnson’s Brexit plan. With that now a certainty, independence is in the air, particularly in Scotland.