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Opinion: Northern Ireland Risks Being Left Without an Adequate Response to the Pandemic

From a neglected health service to a fragile political settlement, Northern Ireland is poorly placed to respond to the coronavirus pandemic, writes Patrick Geddis.

Ireland’s Voters Have Delivered a Political Earthquake

In Northern Ireland's snap general election, left-wing party Sinn Féin has made huge gains, surpassing even its own expectations. Tommy Greene and Eoghan Gilmartin explore what this shock result could mean for the country.

How the Sinn Féin Surge Is Shaking up Ireland’s Politics

Conor Boyes explains how Sinn Féin is pulling the rug from under Ireland's ruling duopoly with a surge that has implications for progressive politics in the Republic, as well as for politics north of the border.

GE2019: How Much Difference Could Northern Ireland Make in The UK General Election?

Seven seats are up for grabs in Northern Ireland, with the DUP likely to lose out in several of them. What is this likely to mean for the UK as a whole?

Dead on Arrival: Why Johnson’s Irish Border Proposals Don’t Offer a Way Around the Backstop

Today Boris Johnson will attempt to persuade Irish taoiseach Leo Varadkar of his 'alternative' border proposals. But with Ireland owing the British government nothing, Patrick Geddis argues there's no way out of the backstop if the Johnson is to get a Brexit deal.

Brexit has catalysed a push for Irish reunification, but a deeper crisis lay the foundations

Brexit has acted as a catalyst towards a border poll in Northern Ireland, escalating existing tensions and exposing political fault lines.

‘Alternative Arrangements’ to the Backstop Won’t Work, and the Government Is Beginning to Realise It

The return of a border in Ireland would spell disaster for the Northern Irish economy, while Boris Johnson's 'alternative arrangements' are proving elusive. Signs suggest the PM may be forced to soften his position, as may the DUP, explains Patrick Geddis.

As US Policymakers Close in on Reproductive Rights, Can Social Media Help Women Access Abortions?

The 'Aunties Network' is connecting American women seeking abortions with people offering support and a spare room. But established abortion funds working within the UK and the US are concerned well intentioned volunteers may be doing more harm than good.

With or Without Brexit, There Should Be No Border in Ireland

With the question of the Irish border looming large over Brexit calculations, Barnaby Raine argues it's time to put the question of Irish reunification back on the table.

3 Reasons Ireland Must Repeal the Eighth Amendment

On 25 May, Irish citizens will be given the chance to remove and replace the eighth amendment - the wording in their constitution which makes abortions illegal in the majority of circumstances. Here are three reasons the amendment must be repealed.

Northern Ireland Needs Jeremy Corbyn More Than It Realises

With the 20th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement almost upon us, the recent political deadlock shows the future of the peace process rests on the ability to take a radical approach to Northern Ireland's social ills.

The Right to Truth in Northern Ireland: Power, Justice and Accountability

Nearly two decades following the Good Friday agreement, the road to historical justice remains obscure and full of systemic challenges. However, the families of victims and survivors remain steadfast in their pursuit of transparency and accountability.

The End of the UK?

James Butler is joined by Dawn Foster and Pat Kane to discuss Scotland, Ireland and the possible end of the UK.

The Real Threat to the Union is English Nationalism

Yesterday Nicola Sturgeon announced her intention to bring a second referendum on Scottish independence. Meanwhile politicians in the Republic of Ireland were laying down a roadmap for Irish reunification. But it's English nationalism driving the latest divisions.

Long Read: The End of a Unionist Majority: Where Next for Northern Ireland?

The northern Irish assembly elections ended the long-term unionist majority in Stormont. Donnacha Kirk on what just happened, what it means, and how things may play out.

Election Reaction: Breaking the Pro-Austerity Hegemony Won’t Be Enough for Northern Ireland

Election Reactions on NovaraWire: quick responses and reflections in the wake of #GE2015

‘Deep’ State, Subversion and Legitimacy

On last week's Novara FM, Aaron and James discussed the relationship between elections and the activities of the 'deep' state. Rosa Gilbert wrote a piece reflecting on that conversation and the tactics of the deep state in Northern Ireland.