Public Affairs
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Irish Constitutional Convention & Northern Ireland
A forthcoming Constitutional Convention in the Republic will consider granting voting rights in presidential elections to Irish citizens in Northern…
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A covenant centenary
One hundred years on from the Ulster Covenant, Peter Cheney assesses its significance in Irish history and how it shaped…
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Whistle-blowing: a duty to disclose
Whistle-blowing has a vital role in making government more accountable. Peter Cheney explains how staff should be protected. The mishandling…
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Westminster notes
Independent banks inquiry needed: Durkan Mark Durkan has joined Labour MPs in calling for a judicial banking inquiry following revelations…
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Social media standards in government
Acknowledging social media’s growing influence, advice for civil servants is now being rolled out. Use social media to consult and…
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Brussels to Belfast
Northern input into Irish EU presidency The Republic’s EU presidency could extend north of the border under plans discussed by…
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Regulating lobbying
agendaNi looks at Westminster’s plans for a statutory register of lobbyists and its ambition to include lobbying in the devolved…
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Perspectives on America’s future
Northern Ireland’s coalition government sets an example for America’s increasingly divided political leaders, according to a visiting group of young…
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Westminster notes
Northern Ireland keeps time in Commons Politicians are well-known for long-winded statements but three time-pieces presented as gifts from Northern…
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UUP leadership election: Mike Nesbitt’s win
Peter Cheney assesses the UUP’s mood as it chooses its 15th leader. Mike Nesbitt’s comprehensive victory as Ulster Unionist leader…
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