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Irish backstop

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Nancy Pelosi on Brexit: why Irish-US diplomacy is a powerful force in border talks
Nancy Pelosi on Brexit: why Irish-US diplomacy is a powerful force in border talks

On her recent visit to Europe, Nancy Pelosi, the speaker of the US House of Representatives, addressed members of the Dail.

Tue, 23 Apr, 2019

Donald Tusk insists he still has no clear idea of what the UK wants out of Brexit
Donald Tusk insists he still has no clear idea of what the UK wants out of Brexit

European Council chief Donald Tusk insists he still does not have a clear idea of what the UK wants out of Brexit, following a phone call with British Prime Minister Theresa May.

Wed, 30 Jan, 2019

Varadkar sets out unchanged Irish position on backstop during phone call with Theresa May
Varadkar sets out unchanged Irish position on backstop during phone call with Theresa May

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has rebuffed demands from British Prime Minister Theresa May to re-open the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement, insisting it is the only viable option.

Wed, 30 Jan, 2019

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