Martin McGuinness: the IRA commander who walked down a political path
The former deputy first minister was once a feared IRA sniper but became a central figure in the move towards peace.
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A child’s chances of being taken into care depend on where they live in the UK
Children growing up in Northern Ireland are far less likely to be in foster or residential care than those in England, Scotland or Wales.
‘Backstop’ option for Irish border after Brexit – the difference between EU and UK proposals explained
A tale of two ‘backstop options’ for Northern Ireland after Brexit.
Election 2024: the view from the UK’s most marginal constituency
Sinn Féin won in 2019 by just 57 votes and the Ulster Unionist Party hopes to overturn that tiny majority.
Could DUP Westminster deal force Sinn Féin to rethink abstention?
The Irish nationalists now have seven MPs but they have historically refused to attend the Westminster parliament.
I’ve researched the politics of flags in Northern Ireland for decades – here’s what England needs to understand
I’ve contributed to at least six reports assessing the tensions around flags.
Lessons from along the Irish border on north‑south relations after Brexit
Since the Good Friday Agreement, political dialogue has opened up along the Irish border.
‘Sextarianism’ is drawing new battle lines in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s old sectarian divides aren’t as stark as they were – but old enemies are coming together in a war fought on sexual fronts.
Lessons from Northern Ireland: don’t put Islamist extremists in special prison units
Prisoners become more dangerous when grouped together.
How children affected by criminal exploitation in Northern Ireland need better legal protections
Child criminal exploitation affects children caught up in both county lines drugs trafficking and paramilitary groups. Modern slavery policy – when applied – can better ensure their safety.
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