Ireland

Sinn Fein: Brexit deal may lead to united Ireland poll

Oct 23, 2019 17:49

A Sinn Fein official has warned that the UK’s long, agonizing struggle with Brexit may lead to a referendum on a united Ireland within five years – opening a way for the disintegration of the UK itself.
Irish leaders determined to extend voting rights to NI citizens

Sep 29, 2019 17:04

Earlier this week it was announced that an advisory Referendum Commission had been set up in the Republic of Ireland to consider extending voting rights to Irish emigrants and people in the British-controlled six counties of the north.
Ireland: ‘Civil unrest’ on UK border if Brexit fails

Sep 20, 2019 14:53

The Irish Deputy Prime Minister has dispelled any “spin” over recent Brexit progress, warning of potential “civil unrest” on the UK border if talks fail.
NI Organised crime gangs look to exploit the return of "hard" border

Sep 18, 2019 12:10

Organised crime activity in Northern Ireland is set to increase post-Brexit, especially if the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU) is conducted in a disorderly manner.
Supporters of Irish Unity are mobilising in Scotland

Sep 07, 2019 13:45

The Scottish city of Glasgow is awash with anticipation today as two Irish Unity marches are set to take place later in the afternoon.
Thousands of protesters rally in Dublin against Trump's visit

Jun 07, 2019 06:56

Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Dublin in opposition to US President Donald Trump’s visit to Ireland.
UK police arrest 4 over ‘terrorism’ in Northern Ireland

May 09, 2019 19:42

The British police have arrested four men for their suspected involvement in separatist activities in the province of Northern Ireland.
Separatist Irish group claims deadly attack that killed journalist

Apr 23, 2019 19:09

A separatist group seeking disintegration of Northern Ireland from Britain has claimed responsibility for an attack in the region on Thursday that killed a young journalist.
Northern Ireland journalist killed by gunman during riot

Apr 19, 2019 18:07

A 29-year-old Northern Irish journalist was shot dead during rioting in Londonderry overnight, an attack that shocked the region and police said was likely the work of Irish nationalist militants opposed to the 1998 Good Friday peace deal.
May faces heavy Brexit defeat in parliament: eurosceptics warn

Mar 10, 2019 14:15

British Prime Minster Theresa May’s Brexit deal faces a heavy defeat in parliament on Tuesday because she has so far secured no major changes from the European Union, the leaders of two major eurosceptic factions in parliament said on Sunday.