As the European Union’s first ambassador in London, João Vale de Almeida had to fight even for official recognition. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the Windsor Framework are changing things, he says.
Tag: Northern Ireland
Unionists in Northern Ireland Face Dilemma Over New Trade Deal
The Democratic Unionist Party has no legal power to hold up the agreement, which would simplify post-Brexit trade rules. But a rejection could sabotage efforts to restart Northern Ireland’s government.
Sunak Hopes to Move Past Brexit, at Long Last, With E.U. Deal
In addition to removing an obstacle to London-Brussels relations, the Northern Ireland trade deal could remove Brexit from the center of British politics after seven divisive years.
To Heal Brexit Wound, U.K. and E.U. Strike a Northern Ireland Trade Deal
A dispute left over from the Britain-European Union split has chilled relations, paralyzed Northern Ireland’s government, risked a trade war and even caused friction between London and Washington.
What Is the Northern Ireland Protocol? The Brexit Deal Changes, Explained
Britain and the European Union have long clashed over post-Brexit rules known as the Northern Ireland protocol. Here’s how their renegotiated agreement, the Windsor Framework, will work.
Rishi Sunak Nears U.K.-E.U. Deal on Brexit’s Northern Ireland Protocol
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to meet on Monday in Britain with the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to work out the final details.
Northern Ireland Brexit Deal Is Gamble for UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
Ever since Britain voted to leave the European Union, the question of Northern Ireland’s border has bedeviled prime ministers. Rishi Sunak’s effort to broker a deal is already under threat.
Britain to Investigate if Deadliest Attack of Northern Ireland’s ‘Troubles’ Was Preventable
The decision is a big victory for the families of the 29 people who died in the attack in August 1998, four months after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement.
Effort to Set Vote to Form Northern Ireland Government Hits a Snag
Britain’s Northern Ireland secretary had been expected to announce on Friday that a new election would be held in December. But a British official failed to set a day for the vote.
Catholics Outnumber Protestants in Northern Ireland for the First Time
Newly released census results may fuel calls for a referendum on uniting Ireland, experts say, but not right away.