Ireland

Sinn Fein wins North Belfast seat in general election

Dec 13, 2019 08:58

Belfast, Northern Ireland - Sinn Fein have unseated the Democratic Unionist Party's Westminster representative and deputy party leader Nigel Dodd in North Belfast as Sinn Fein enjoyed a 5.4% swing in votes in the traditionally Loyalist held area.
Police patrol attacked with grenade in West Belfast

Dec 04, 2019 11:33

In a sign of escalating tensions in Northern Ireland, a police car has been attacked with a suspected grenade in West Belfast.
Sinn Féin election candidate targeted by Loyalist abuse

Nov 19, 2019 10:25

Belfast’s Lord Mayor, and a Sinn Féin candidate in next month’s general election, has been subjected to sectarian abuse, most likely from Loyalist groups.
Taoiseach envisions united Ireland with majority consent

Oct 25, 2019 12:01

The Irish Prime Minister says he would like to see a united Ireland in his lifetime, as the UK Government envisages a Brexit border between Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Sinn Fein: Brexit deal may lead to united Ireland poll

Oct 23, 2019 14:19

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 13:34

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 10:23

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 07:40

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 09:15

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 02:26

Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Dublin in opposition to US President Donald Trump’s visit to Ireland.