During the referendum campaign, the British border in Ireland was barely mentioned. It has now become a central point of contention. The border in Ireland has proven to be a major obstacle in delivering Brexit and there are once again concerns about a resumption of violence. As the centenary of partition approaches Ireland is once again a major factor in British politics.
There is a simple solution to all the talk of backstops, checkpoints, technological solutions and so on. It’s the one that Irish socialists have called for since 1921. British withdrawal from Ireland and the creation of a unified, independent republic.
Liam Mc Quade, political education officer of Bethnal Green and Bow Labour Party, and Barney Cassidy from Socialist Resistance will introduce a discussion on the significance of the border for Brexit, British politics and Irish society.