Politics

Making sense of political events, decisions and ideas directly affecting Northern Ireland. Given their geographical proximity, events in Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland will be included in this section

Trump’s ‘new American moment’

Steve McGookinJanuary 31, 2018

Donald Trump’s first State of the Union address was always going to be noteworthy. With commentators anticipating yet another “pivot” to normality, the millions... Read More...

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Predictable reactions to predictable predictions

Jamie PowJanuary 30, 2018

Will you need a coat? Should you bring an umbrella? Should you check if you’ve got some de-icer in the glove compartment? It’s January in Northern Ireland, so t... Read More...

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The political week in 5 points

Jamie PowJanuary 28, 2018

World leaders in business, politics and economics gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Pronouncing globalisation to be in the midst of a ... Read More...

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Who do you trust?

Steve McGookinJanuary 24, 2018

In a world where reputation and credibility, either of ourselves as individuals or in the standing of institutions, is seen as an increasingly important form of... Read More...

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The political week in 5 points

Connor DalyJanuary 21, 2018

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Karen Bradley and Tánaiste, Simon Coveney announced a fresh round of talks aimed at restoring devolution at Stormont. T... Read More...

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Donald Trump’s first 12 months in 12 tweets

Jamie PowJanuary 20, 2018

It's been a year since Donald Trump took office as the 45th President of the United States. If it feels longer, perhaps that's in part because of the Mr Trump's... Read More...

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