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Grá agus Cuimhne: Honour and Hope in Ireland

Michael McFarland Campbell

On the 11th of November, Ireland stood at a crossroads of memory and momentum. As the nation bowed its head in solemn remembrance for Armistice Day, it also raised its eyes to the future with the inauguration of President Catherine Connolly. From poppy wreaths to presidential oaths, this day marked both reflection and renewal.

Read on for a look at how Ireland honoured the past and embraced a new chapter — all in one historic day. Continue reading Grá agus Cuimhne: Honour and Hope in Ireland

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Lib Dems pledge to “keep Great Britain in Europe”. What about Northern Ireland?

Michael McFarland Campbell

Earlier this afternoon, I was encouraged by a friend on Facebook to visit Vote to Remain to pledge my vote to remain. Long term readers of this blog and of my other posts on other blogs will know of a … Continue reading Lib Dems pledge to “keep Great Britain in Europe”. What about Northern Ireland?

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Gay blood ban lifted by Sinn Féin Minister for Health

Michael McFarland Campbell

With a new Northern Ireland Executive in office at Stormont following the recent election, it was hardly a surprise that there would be policy changes forthcoming. The new Health Minister, Sinn Féin’s Michelle O’Neill has taken a bold step and reversed the former policy … Continue reading Gay blood ban lifted by Sinn Féin Minister for Health

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Time for the politicians to decide: in or out of the Executive?

Michael McFarland Campbell

The simple question for all members of the Northern Ireland Assembly and Executive is: Do I support the achievement of political ends by purely peaceful means or by terrorism and acts of violence? Continue reading Time for the politicians to decide: in or out of the Executive?

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Equal Marriage Bill passes the Lords – society has matured and will do so again.

Michael McFarland Campbell

With today’s third reading in the House of Lords, the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill passed its hurdles in their Lordships House to pass into law. The final hurdle is not quite here but should not be too long. All … Continue reading Equal Marriage Bill passes the Lords – society has matured and will do so again.

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We’re being left behind in Northern Ireland: why I am a proud Liberal Democrat

Michael McFarland Campbell

This afternoon we have seen the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill pass its third reading in the House of Commons. Many people start claiming that Equal Marriage is home and dry. This is quite far from the case. The Bill … Continue reading We’re being left behind in Northern Ireland: why I am a proud Liberal Democrat

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