Northern Ireland Protocol

Northern Secretary will not call Assembly election right away

Northern Secretary will not call Assembly election right away

Period for restoring Executive expires at midnight, but Heaton-Harris to carefully assess ‘all options’

By Seanín Graham and Freya McClementsThu Jan 19 2023 - 00:05

Record levels of investment in Ireland since the signing of The Belfast Agreement ‘simply would not have occurred’ without peace

Record levels of investment in Ireland since the signing of The Belfast Agreement ‘simply would not have occurred’ without peace

Ibec warns however that the North has 'still to realise the full potential' of the peace dividend with 'much to be done' to deliver prosperity post-Brexit

By Seanín GrahamWed Jan 18 2023 - 13:05

DUP will be forced to choose between compromise or being left in the cold

DUP will be forced to choose between compromise or being left in the cold

An EU-UK protocol deal is inevitable. Donaldson’s best option is to try to sell any changes as a DUP victory

By Freya McClementsTue Jan 17 2023 - 19:33

EU and British government pledge to continue intensive talks on Northern Ireland protocol

EU and British government pledge to continue intensive talks on Northern Ireland protocol

Growing expectation that Stormont poll will be postponed a second time

By Pat Leahy, Naomi O’Leary, Mark Paul and Seanín GrahamMon Jan 16 2023 - 21:15

UK-EU talks on Northern Ireland Protocol continue as expectation of a deal grows

UK-EU talks on Northern Ireland Protocol continue as expectation of a deal grows

UK’s foreign secretary James Cleverly will speak to Maros Sefcovic, the commission’s vice-president, on Monday

Mon Jan 16 2023 - 08:24

‘Difficult end’ to 2022 for North’s firms amid declining commercial activity

‘Difficult end’ to 2022 for North’s firms amid declining commercial activity

Business owners may have passed ‘peak pessimism’ despite gloomy data, survey indicates

By Ian CurranMon Jan 16 2023 - 04:00

DUP and British government are the ones now facing pressure over NI protocol, not the EU

DUP and British government are the ones now facing pressure over NI protocol, not the EU

There is no pressure on the EU now to make further concessions. It is down to the British and the DUP to come to terms with what was agreed back in 2019

By Stephen CollinsFri Jan 13 2023 - 05:00

Intensive negotiations already under way between EU and UK on protocol

Intensive negotiations already under way between EU and UK on protocol

DUP’s Jeffrey Donaldson positive after Varadkar meeting, noting FG leader’s ‘better understanding’ of North’s ‘difficulties’

By Pat Leahy and Freya McClementsThu Jan 12 2023 - 19:41

Exclusion of Sinn Féin masks coming focus on DUP decision

Exclusion of Sinn Féin masks coming focus on DUP decision

If EU and UK agree a new deal, Jeffrey Donaldson faces a difficult choice

By Pat LeahyThu Jan 12 2023 - 02:00

Taoiseach due in Belfast for talks with main Stormont parties

Taoiseach due in Belfast for talks with main Stormont parties

Mary Lou McDonald says it is ‘bizarre and unprecedented’ for UK government to ‘exclude leader of SF from leaders’ meeting’

By Freya McClements, Seanín Graham and Jennifer BrayThu Jan 12 2023 - 00:01

Talks to break Stormont deadlock go ahead without any nationalists after ‘exclusion’ of Sinn Féin leader

Talks to break Stormont deadlock go ahead without any nationalists after ‘exclusion’ of Sinn Féin leader

McDonald not invited to meeting with Cleverly and Heaton-Harris held in drive to restore power-sharing

By Freya McClements and Cormac McQuinnWed Jan 11 2023 - 22:37

Varadkar says ‘certain degree of progress’ made in talks on Northern Ireland protocol

Varadkar says ‘certain degree of progress’ made in talks on Northern Ireland protocol

Taoiseach set to travel to Belfast on Thursday for meetings with the leaders of the main political parties

By Jennifer BrayWed Jan 11 2023 - 20:50

Was the cow dung attack part of a ‘creeping sinister aggression’ against politicians?

Was the cow dung attack part of a ‘creeping sinister aggression’ against politicians?

Inside Politics podcast: We also look at Emergency Department crisis and the latest on the Northern Ireland Protocol

Wed Jan 11 2023 - 15:44

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Progress made on resolving impasse over Northern Ireland protocol, Tánaiste says

Progress made on resolving impasse over Northern Ireland protocol, Tánaiste says

Micheál Martin’s comments come after meeting with Maroš Šefčovič in Brussels and in wake of customs data sharing agreement with Britain

By Pat Leahy and Naomi O'LearyTue Jan 10 2023 - 17:02

Coveney confident Brexit impasse can be broken in wake of data-sharing agreement

Coveney confident Brexit impasse can be broken in wake of data-sharing agreement

Minister says Rishi Sunak’s appointment as prime minister prompted change in the UK’s approach to negotiations

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Jan 10 2023 - 14:29

Northern Ireland protocol talks: New optimism on reaching agreement before Stormont election deadline

Northern Ireland protocol talks: New optimism on reaching agreement before Stormont election deadline

EU-UK breakthrough on sharing of trade data among developments that suggest pathway can be found, Irish official says

By Harry McGee, Naomi O’Leary and Seanín GrahamMon Jan 09 2023 - 21:05

Tánaiste has ‘productive’ talks with leaders in bid to resolve NI protocol row

Tánaiste has ‘productive’ talks with leaders in bid to resolve NI protocol row

Micheál Martin phoned party leaders in advance of a January 19th deadline to call another Assembly election

By Harry McGeeMon Jan 09 2023 - 20:54

Tánaiste holds ‘productive’ talks with Northern parties on protocol

Tánaiste holds ‘productive’ talks with Northern parties on protocol

DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson says his conversation with Micheal Martin was ‘useful’, but expressed the party’s opposition to the post-Brexit trade deal

By Seanín GrahamMon Jan 09 2023 - 18:38

Renewed push for deal on Northern Ireland protocol before Stormont election deadline

Renewed push for deal on Northern Ireland protocol before Stormont election deadline

Growing expectation vote could be postponed if progress is made in negotiations on post-Brexit arrangement

By Pat LeahyMon Jan 09 2023 - 05:00

True context of protocol negotiations should not be misrepresented

True context of protocol negotiations should not be misrepresented

Although substantive progress in the talks is not yet apparent there are reasons for optimism

By Bobby McDonaghMon Jan 09 2023 - 05:00

Taoiseach did not intend to suggest NI protocol could be renegotiated, spokesman says

Taoiseach did not intend to suggest NI protocol could be renegotiated, spokesman says

Comments from Leo Varadkar about post-Brexit arrangement being ‘too strict’ were interpreted as possible grounds for renegotiation

By Pat LeahyWed Jan 04 2023 - 19:00

Mistakes were made on all sides in handling of Brexit, says Varadkar

Mistakes were made on all sides in handling of Brexit, says Varadkar

Post-Brexit protocol ‘too strict’, Taoiseach says, as he promises ‘flexibility’

By Jonathan McCambridge and Freya McClementsTue Jan 03 2023 - 00:00

Frank McNally: What has the EU ever done for us?

Frank McNally: What has the EU ever done for us?

Before cheap flights were ushered in by deregulation Paris and Prague were about as accessible for most Irish people as space is now

By Frank McNallyFri Dec 30 2022 - 12:52

Disinterest in Northern Ireland makes Varadkar the perfect figure to reset protocol message

Disinterest in Northern Ireland makes Varadkar the perfect figure to reset protocol message

It is undeniable the protocol is a response to threats of violence by republicans, with the appearance of being a reward

By Newton EmersonThu Dec 29 2022 - 00:00

Brussels extends Northern Ireland’s grace period for animal medicines until 2025

Brussels extends Northern Ireland’s grace period for animal medicines until 2025

EU commission’s Sefcovic says move underlines union’s commitment to engage with UK on solutions to protocol

Mon Dec 19 2022 - 18:21

Biden appoints Joe Kennedy as US special envoy to Northern Ireland

Biden appoints Joe Kennedy as US special envoy to Northern Ireland

Former congressman to focus on advancing economic development and investment opportunities for NI

By Freya McClementsMon Dec 19 2022 - 15:55

Leo Varadkar urged to ‘take a leaf from Micheál Martin’s book’ and reach out to unionists

Leo Varadkar urged to ‘take a leaf from Micheál Martin’s book’ and reach out to unionists

Varadkar became Taoiseach over the weekend under terms of a Coalition deal with Fianna Fáil

Mon Dec 19 2022 - 12:47

Northern Ireland envoy to focus on ‘economic issues’ rather than politics

Northern Ireland envoy to focus on ‘economic issues’ rather than politics

Joe Kennedy, a grandson of former presidential candidate Robert Kennedy, expected to be announced special envoy to Northern Ireland on Monday

By Martin WallSat Dec 17 2022 - 11:36

Joe Kennedy set to be confirmed as US envoy to Northern Ireland

Joe Kennedy set to be confirmed as US envoy to Northern Ireland

Announcement likely to be announced ahead of the Christmas break

By Conor PopeFri Dec 16 2022 - 21:10

Rishi Sunak refuses to ‘raise expectations’ on finding swift solution to NI protocol impasse

Rishi Sunak refuses to ‘raise expectations’ on finding swift solution to NI protocol impasse

UK prime minister says he is working ‘flat out’ to try to restore power-sharing at Stormont

By Freya McClementsFri Dec 16 2022 - 12:17

Sunak meets NI leaders as political crisis continues

Sunak meets NI leaders as political crisis continues

UK prime minister holds “informal discussions” on first visit to Northern Ireland since taking office

By Freya McClements and Seanín GrahamFri Dec 16 2022 - 08:00

Northern Ireland Protocol Bill will not be accelerated or slowed, says UK foreign secretary

Northern Ireland Protocol Bill will not be accelerated or slowed, says UK foreign secretary

DUP’s Ian Paisley says ‘EU smells weakness’ in British government on issue

Tue Dec 13 2022 - 20:28

‘Alarming’ uncertainty over veterinary medicines in Northern Ireland

‘Alarming’ uncertainty over veterinary medicines in Northern Ireland

Supplies of half of all veterinary drugs at risk due to restrictions on importing medicines from Britain

By Seanín GrahamTue Dec 13 2022 - 16:08

Fintan O’Toole: We speak the cúpla focal of United Irishese

Fintan O’Toole: We speak the cúpla focal of United Irishese

Big difference between believing ‘in’ something and believing you are then required to do something about it

By Fintan O’TooleTue Dec 13 2022 - 00:00

Big pharma drives record €165bn worth of exports last year - CSO

Big pharma drives record €165bn worth of exports last year - CSO

Agency’s figures also point to partial displacement of trade following UK’s exit from EU

By Eoin Burke-KennedyMon Dec 12 2022 - 14:09

DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson may have to make a defining decision for unionism

DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson may have to make a defining decision for unionism

Collective direction to resolve NI protocol impasse may pay off, but for the DUP a deal may mark the start of their problems

By Alex KaneMon Dec 12 2022 - 05:00

Majority in Northern Ireland favours rejoining EU, poll finds

Majority in Northern Ireland favours rejoining EU, poll finds

Voters from Catholic background back EU membership overwhelmingly while majority from Protestant background want to stay outside bloc

By Pat LeahyMon Dec 12 2022 - 00:00

Voters in Northern Ireland favour light-touch protocol

Voters in Northern Ireland favour light-touch protocol

Negotiated changes to protocol is most popular option among voters

By Pat LeahyMon Dec 12 2022 - 00:00

Support for protocol varies between North and South

Support for protocol varies between North and South

Northern Ireland poll: EU membership an attraction for many voters in Northern Ireland

By John Garry and Brendan O'LearyMon Dec 12 2022 - 00:00

Two approaches to Irish unity referendums: ‘work it out in advance’ vs ‘figure it out afterwards’

Two approaches to Irish unity referendums: ‘work it out in advance’ vs ‘figure it out afterwards’

Pat Leahy: Poll shows voters want shape of united Ireland worked out in advance but North and South differ on what that shape should be

By Pat LeahySat Dec 10 2022 - 06:00

Irish may ‘draw inspiration’ from ruling on UK’s ‘last colony’, says international lawyer

Irish may ‘draw inspiration’ from ruling on UK’s ‘last colony’, says international lawyer

Professor Philippe Sands says British government treats international law as ‘an inconvenience’

By Mary CarolanThu Dec 08 2022 - 20:00

Simon Coveney says he ‘can’t believe we are still talking about Brexit’

Simon Coveney says he ‘can’t believe we are still talking about Brexit’

German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock says talks need to avoid opening ‘old wounds’

By Jack PowerThu Dec 08 2022 - 18:30

Paramilitarism still a ‘clear and present danger’ for Northern Ireland, says monitoring body

Paramilitarism still a ‘clear and present danger’ for Northern Ireland, says monitoring body

Independent Reporting Commission says formal engagement is needed to achieve ‘disbandment’

By Seanín GrahamWed Dec 07 2022 - 15:25

Stormont recalled as MLAs put pressure on DUP to drop powersharing boycott

Stormont recalled as MLAs put pressure on DUP to drop powersharing boycott

Several previous attempts to reconstitute the Assembly have already failed

Mon Dec 05 2022 - 14:54

Belfast: A city of two halves moves towards post-pandemic economic regeneration

Belfast: A city of two halves moves towards post-pandemic economic regeneration

Belfast is recovering after the pandemic, yet issues remain

By Mark PaulFri Dec 02 2022 - 05:00

Von der Leyen’s Oireachtas address to be closely watched for signs of optimism on NI protocol dispute

Von der Leyen’s Oireachtas address to be closely watched for signs of optimism on NI protocol dispute

Inside Politics: EU taking steps to beef up enforcement powers if negotiations with Sunak’s government go sour

By Cormac McQuinnThu Dec 01 2022 - 07:43

NI Protocol incompatible with Acts of Union, unionists argue in UK supreme court

NI Protocol incompatible with Acts of Union, unionists argue in UK supreme court

UK Government argued that Brexit withdrawal agreement and protocol is not suitable for a judge to rule on

Wed Nov 30 2022 - 16:55

‘I spent maybe five or six months [in hospital] and I was in a coma for a bit’

‘I spent maybe five or six months [in hospital] and I was in a coma for a bit’

Founder of high-end training equipment counts Arsenal, Brighton and Irish Rugby among his customers

By Ian CurranFri Nov 25 2022 - 12:40

The Ghost Limb: An Alternative Ulster of dissenting voices

The Ghost Limb: An Alternative Ulster of dissenting voices

A valuable series of conversations with people who were brought up in the North and found it wanting

By Nicholas AllenFri Nov 25 2022 - 04:55

Ireland’s best hope is the view from Capitol Hill remains unchanged

Ireland’s best hope is the view from Capitol Hill remains unchanged

The Government is trying figure out how midterm elections will affect Washington’s foreign policy

By Martin WallFri Nov 18 2022 - 17:00

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