But he suggested that a breakthrough on the protocol was unlikely ahead of next May’s Assembly elections in Northern Ireland.
“Given the improved relationship between the UK and the EU as a result of the partnership on Ukraine, I would like to think that in the fullness of time we will be able to resolve this issue, but we’ll take it step by step. There’s a channel there between the European Union and United Kingdom that’s ongoing and we’re going to take this step by step,” he said.
The Taoiseach acknowledged the impact of the war in Ukraine on Ireland’s economy and particularly on fuel prices and he said reports of price gouging would be pursued.is the agency with the resources and the legal competency to pursue complaints of any price fixing or of any gouging that was going on, but in particular in terms of price fixing. Complaints have been made.
He would think differently if the situations were reversed i.e if the UK opened the floodgates and Ireland were trying to help the Ukrainians win the war.
Irish politicians sponges one and all.
Either we want a free travel zone or schengen system..I know most Irish chattering class students would jump at a schengen style system but huge economic consequences.
No way should Ireland be expected to consult with England on anything especially as they have done everything possible to undermine the EU.
Why should he, they’re not in the EU…
Forelock tipping from a fool.
When Britain starts consulting with Ireland about when it changes it's visa requirements for countries, then we can talk
He didn't have to defend it and I think he said that well... in unity with the EU... not our fault England is raging it's outside..
100 years and they (Conservatives) still don't get it, Ireland is a sovereign state making own decisions. No reason why should consult UK on such issues.
lazyfred1971 Why should Ireland consult England before deciding to waive visas for refugees? What has England ever done for us?
Why should he defend? It's none of their business what we do. I bet ya it's that Pritti Patel one that has her nose out of joint. The UKs ain't leading the way in this humanitarian crisis. They never even started. They should be ashamed of their lack of action helping ukrainians
Something here about chickens coming home .... and an independent democracy. Hi Boris .. what's the score ? 🇮🇪🇺🇦🌻
Shows UK politicians do not even understand meaning and application of CTA - it only applies to citizens of Ireland and UK. All Ukraine refugees would need a visa to travel from Ireland to Britain
I think Ireland should understand that we are not part of the Britain
No explanation needed .
We are not in the UK !
Take a little time to educate yourself.
He was acting as an Eu puppett, Ireland had nothing to do with it.
We do not need to consult 💩 with them
He should consult the Irish public!
Long gone are the days when we have to justify ourselves to the British.
Duplicity is part of Ireland’s government DNA - WW2 proved that
Why should Ireland consult Britain?
Last Chance to make a stand blown
He doesn’t need to defend anything. Ireland isn’t answerable to Britain
He's correct we are not answerable to Britain.
Mehole shut your trap!
And just like that Ireland had no housing crisis. Ireland doesn't have a housing crisis, Ireland has an immigration crisis.
Acting as part of the EU, doing the right thing and also not being dickheads.
What MEHOLE means is.....we do what we're told by EU! FIANNA FRAUD!
What a patronising and condescending British attitude. The days of us having to ask their permission are long gone. It's further away from the UK we need to get.
More like he was told what to do by his EU bosses and had no choice
It also has an obligation with the GF agreement
Why would we? Do they consult us. Not usless they want us to do their immigration control for them.
Such a strong leader 🙄🙄
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