European Union
Simone Veil – Woman of the Century
If you have not already done so, go and see Simone Veil – Woman of the Century. If you’re not already a stout ...
The European Network
Walking on Eggshells
Are you good at small talk? Some people are naturals, others, like me, definitely are not. Take my partner, who has the knack, ...
Brexit
Scottish independence, nothing ruled in or out
In 2014 a referendum on the future of Scotland in the United Kingdom was held that resulted in 55% voting to remain in ...
Ireland EU 50
Ireland EU50 – The EU’s Most Enthusiastic Member
2022 is an important milestone year for Ireland. It marks the fiftieth anniversary of the Accession Treaty, signed by Ireland in January 1972 ...
Ireland EU 50
Ireland EU50 – Ireland has always had the temperament to make a go of Europe – Unlike the British
If there is a positive outcome to the continuing imbroglio following the UK’s decision to self-eject from the European Union, it is that ...
Ireland EU 50
Ireland EU 50 – An Island on the Continent?
Irish commitment to the European Union in 2022 marks a remarkable contrast with the case of Brexit in its nearest neighbour. Ireland joined ...
Ireland EU 50
Ireland EU 50 – A Template for a Progressive Member
Ireland is far removed from the place it was fifty years ago when it first joined the European Economic Community (EEC). Gone is ...
Ireland EU 50
Ireland EU 50 – European Union and the Council of Europe – A Strategic Human Rights Alliance
The European Union (EU) and the Council of Europe (CoE) are often confused given the similarities in terminology, flag and anthem between the ...
The European Network
Were we here first? Part Four
Having arrived at Charles Darwin’s contribution last week, we now have to see what it really was useful for since science has overhauled ...
Ireland EU 50
Ireland EU 50 – EU & Me – Five Reflections on Ireland
« Ça va Patrick, as-tu tout compris?» (have you understood everything?) I’ll never forget the dread I felt on hearing these words from my ...
