Simon Harris has welcomed the opportunity for a “great reset” in Anglo-Irish relations follow...
Simon Harris has welcomed the opportunity for a “great reset” in Anglo-Irish relations following Labour’s victory in yesterday’s election.
Rishi Sunak will soon visit Buckingham Palace to formally tender his resignation to King Charles, after which Mr Starmer will be asked to form a Government.Speaking outside Government Buildings, the Taoiseach sent his “warmest congratulations” to Mr Starmer and his colleagues.“As Taoiseach, I look forward to working together as close neighbours and as friends.
“The relationship between Ireland and the United Kingdom is deeply consequential for all people across these islands and the relationship between an Irish Taoiseach and a British Prime Minister is vital.As a new Taoiseach I want to work closely with the new Prime Minister to bring about a major reset of Anglo Irish relations.“ the Labour Party manifesto, the language towards Ireland was language of partnership and of co-guarantors of our shared peace.
“This morning from Dublin, I want to send a message to London that I will match Keir Starmer’s commitment and energy to our peace process and to our future potential in so many areas.”“I mean, they’ve inflicted very serious damage not least on public service provision north of the border,” she said. “Keir Starmer’s coming in with a very significant majority, he has the political space now and the political opportunity to carry out that reset.Deputy McDonald added she looked forward to working with Mr Starmer and Hilary Benn who is expected to be appointed as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.Harris GAAGO criticism ‘totally populist': ‘This is TikTok Taoiseach stuff’
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