# Irish government to assess potential for a united Ireland

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- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-30 13:01 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/30/irish-government-to-assess-potential-for-united-ireland?traffic_source=rss

> Ireland plans to establish a body to examine possible models and challenges for Irish unity, as well as outcomes such as Northern Ireland remaining in the UK. Under the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, the British government must call a referendum if a majority of Northern Irish voters appear likely to support unity.