Catholic to Lead Northern Ireland’s Government for First Time in History
Despite this historical division, O’Neill’s address mostly focused on domestic problems rather than Irish reunification.
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Ireland Marks Anniversary of Good Friday Agreement, as Pope Francis Prays for Peace
The agreement helped end the period known as The Troubles that saw sectarian violence between Protestant unionists, who wanted Northern Ireland to remain part of the United Kingdom, and Catholic nationalists, who wanted it to become part of the republic of Ireland.
In Historic Shift, Catholics Now Outnumber Protestants in Northern Ireland
New census data confirms that the once-dominant Protestants no longer predominate — a demographic change that could open the door to reunification with the rest of Ireland.
Open Comment on Northern Ireland Abortion Facility Buffer Zone Bill Ends Soon, Critics Warn
The region’s Catholic bishops have called the act “an unjust law,” one “which was imposed without the consent of the people of Northern Ireland.”
Northern Ireland Considering Abortion Facility ‘Buffer Zone’ Law
“Contrary to the claims of Claire Bailey, the harassment of women and staff outside abortion facilities has been proven to be extraordinarily rare,” said Michael Robinson, executive director of the British pro-life group Society for the Protection of Unborn Children.
Religious Leaders in Northern Ireland Hopeful for More In-Person Services
For the past few months, Northern Ireland’s Executive Office and the public health authorities had requested churches move their services online.
Catholic Bishops Condemn Plan to Impose ‘Extreme’ Abortion Services on N Ireland
The statement was signed by Archbishop Eamon Martin of Armagh, Bishop Noel Treanor of Down and Connor, Bishop Donal McKeown of Derry, Bishop Larry Duffy of Clogher, and Armagh auxiliary Bishop Michael Router.
UK Government May Push to Legislate Again on Abortion in N Ireland
Lewis seeks to have the British parliament allow him to direct the Northern Ireland health department to commission more widespread abortion provision.
Bill Restricting Abortion for Disability Reasons Passes First Vote in Northern Ireland Assembly
Bishops in Northern Ireland have also strongly backed the proposal.
