A Labour frontbencher has stated that there is no available funding to lift the two-child benefit cap, sparking a growing revolt within the party. Sir Keir Starmer, facing criticism from his own MPs, confirmed his intention to maintain the limit if elected, contradicting his promise to overturn it during his 2020 leadership campaign. The policy, …
The annual cost of this service is just over €200,000, primarily covering electricity expenses. The main users in the UK are elderly Irish individuals who emigrated during the latter half of the 20th century. Many of these individuals rely on LW RTÉ as an important emotional and social connection to Ireland. Internet radio is not …
The Good Friday Agreement, celebrated for its 25th anniversary, still faces obstacles when it comes to advancing political compromise during the marching season in Ireland and Britain. However, it is important to recognize that the incidents of burning flags and disrespectful behavior at some marches represent the actions of a minority, overshadowing the larger well-conducted …
Francis Curzon, the fifth Earl Howe, was renowned for his love of fast cars, particularly souped-up Bugattis. However, his passion for speed led to numerous incidents, including collisions with pedestrians and fatalities. In 1947, J. S. Dean, the chair of the Pedestrians’ Association in England, documented these incidents in a scathing polemic. Dean criticized the …
The US-Ireland Alliance was established with the aim of fostering strong connections between the United States and Ireland, not only for present generations but also for the future. From the start, there were doubts about the potential long-term prospects of this relationship. For reunion this month, several Mitchell alumni will gather in Dublin. It is …
Gavin, at the tender age of six, experienced a heart-wrenching tragedy when his younger brother, Conor, was struck by a car while they were crossing the road to school. This devastating event cast a dark shadow over Gavin’s family for a staggering 15 years, leaving no room for joy in their home. Even today, Gavin …
The Northern Ireland Assembly elections happening today are of significant importance. Recent opinion polls indicate that Sinn Fein is likely to become the largest party at Stormont and have the opportunity to nominate Northern Ireland’s first minister. During the campaign, Sinn Fein has been downplaying its desires for a united Ireland and focusing more on …
Among all the election results announced yesterday, the outcomes for the Northern Ireland Assembly elections could have the most far-reaching consequences. It would be erroneous to interpret Sinn Fein’s relatively strong performance as a sign of increasing support for a United Ireland. The prevailing public opinion in the Province does not indicate a swing towards …
The Government’s attempts to negotiate improvements to the Northern Ireland protocol with the EU were always unlikely to succeed. Brussels has been using the delicate political situation in Northern Ireland as a weapon to impede a proper Brexit since the referendum. Their focus on bureaucratic procedures and their ideological commitment to safeguarding the integrity of …
During his recent visit to Northern Ireland, Boris Johnson penned an article for a local newspaper outlining his plans to reform the Protocol. He expressed the need for pragmatic changes to address the current shortcomings of the agreement, without seeking to completely abandon it. Johnson acknowledged that the delicate balance established by the Good Friday …