Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer both state that a referendum on Irish unity is not a current focus.

Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris has stated that a referendum on Irish unity is not a current focus, and that the most important step is to support the powersharing institutions at Stormont. While Sinn Féin, the largest representation of Northern Ireland parties at Westminster, calls for the right to Irish self-determination and constitutional change towards Irish reunification, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has stated that a united Ireland is not on his agenda. New Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn believes that the prospect of a vote on Irish unity is "off into the distance." Harris emphasizes the importance of delivering practical ways of working together and improving public services, economy, and prosperity for the citizens of Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Britain.

July 07, 2024
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