Brexit news ireland
Here are some recent news articles and updates on Brexit and its impact on Ireland:
Latest Developments:
- The UK and EU have agreed on a new Brexit deal, which includes a last-minute change to the Irish border backstop. The deal was approved by the UK Parliament on October 22, 2019.
- The Irish government has welcomed the new deal, saying it reduces the risk of a hard border on the island of Ireland. However, some opposition parties in Ireland have expressed concerns about the deal.
- The UK is set to leave the EU on January 31, 2020, and will enter a transition period that is expected to last until December 31, 2020.
Impact on Ireland:
- The Irish government has been working to mitigate the impact of Brexit on the country's economy, particularly in the areas of trade, agriculture, and finance.
- Ireland's Prime Minister, Leo Varadkar, has said that the country is prepared for a no-deal Brexit, but hopes that a deal can be reached to avoid disruption to trade and the economy.
- The Irish government has also been working to maintain good relations with the UK, despite the Brexit process.
Recent News Articles:
- "Brexit deal: What does it mean for Ireland?" - The Irish Times (October 22, 2019)
- "Ireland welcomes new Brexit deal, but opposition parties express concerns" - The Guardian (October 22, 2019)
- "Brexit: What are the implications for Ireland?" - RTE News (October 21, 2019)
- "Ireland's Brexit preparations: What's happening and what's next?" - The Irish Independent (October 20, 2019)
Key Issues:
- The Irish border: The UK and EU have agreed to create a new customs arrangement to avoid a hard border on the island of Ireland. However, some concerns remain about the impact of this arrangement on trade and the economy.
- Trade: Ireland's trade relationship with the UK is expected to change significantly after Brexit. The country is seeking to maintain good trade relations with the UK, but is also preparing for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.
- Agriculture: Ireland's agricultural sector is heavily dependent on trade with the UK, and is expected to be affected by Brexit. The country is seeking to maintain good trade relations with the UK, but is also preparing for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.
- Finance: Ireland's financial sector is expected to be affected by Brexit, particularly in the areas of banking and insurance. The country is seeking to maintain good relations with the UK, but is also preparing for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.
I hope this information is helpful!