Downing Street responds to Donald Trump's push for Northern Ireland to leave UK
Original published 12 September 2026 · Briefing prepared 2026-09-12
Downing Street has reiterated its commitment to the Good Friday Agreement following Donald Trump’s comments favouring Irish unity, according to GB News. The article points to the prime minister’s earlier remarks about the conditions for considering a border poll. It reports a response to the president, rather than the announcement of a referendum.
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