World · 24 November 2025
Irish unity vote needs careful planning: experts
Political analysts caution that any future referendum on Irish unification must learn from Brexit's mistakes, requiring detailed planning before any vote. Experts stress the need for clear explanations of what unity would mean, with citizens' assemblies favoring advance preparation to avoid post-referendum confusion. While Brexit has intensified discussions about Irish unity, particularly following Northern Ireland's 56% vote to remain in the EU, polling shows mixed support with no clear majority yet emerging for unification in Northern Ireland.
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