The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has been at the forefront of Northern Ireland’s political landscape for decades. As the largest unionist party, they have played a significant role in shaping the province’s political, social, and economic landscape. In recent years, however, they have faced significant challenges, particularly in relation to the ongoing political impasse at Stormont. Despite these challenges, there are compelling reasons why the DUP should go back into Stormont and serve on the Executive.
One of the primary reasons why the DUP should go back into Stormont is that it is their responsibility as a major political party to do so. The people of Northern Ireland have elected them to represent their interests and to govern on their behalf. By boycotting Stormont, the DUP is failing in its duty to the electorate. They cannot simply opt-out of the political process because they are unhappy with certain aspects of it. The DUP has a duty to engage with the other parties and to work towards a resolution to the ongoing impasse.
Another compelling reason for the DUP to return to Stormont is that it is in their own interest to do so. The party has been weakened by its absence from the Executive. They have lost influence and the ability to shape policy decisions. Furthermore, the DUP has been under pressure from its supporters, who are frustrated with the ongoing political stalemate. By returning to Stormont, the DUP can demonstrate that it is committed to governing Northern Ireland and to addressing the concerns of its constituents.
In addition to these reasons, there are practical benefits to the DUP going back into Stormont. The party has been critical of some of the policies that have been implemented in their absence, particularly in relation to the Irish Language Act. By being part of the Executive, the DUP can work to ensure that any policies that are implemented are in the best interests of all the people of Northern Ireland. They can also use their position to negotiate with the other parties and to secure concessions on issues that are important to them.
Finally, the DUP’s return to Stormont would send a positive signal to the international community. The absence of the Executive has had a negative impact on Northern Ireland’s international reputation. By returning to Stormont, the DUP can demonstrate that Northern Ireland is open for business and that it is committed to stability and peace. This, in turn, can help to attract investment and to boost the province’s economy.
the Windsor agreement is a blueprint for a future united Ireland, as this statelet is now embedded in the legal and economic sphere of the European Union.
The further the English Parliament move from EU laws and ecomonic systems the further this state moves into the sphere of the Irish republic.
It is as simple as that.
The DUP are ‘on a cleft stick’. The scales are dropping off their eyes slowly.
That is the reality if they return to, or boycott Stormont.
That is why British and NI unionists oppose a border poll. Under the GFA once a border poll is called. It must be called every 7 years.
It would be a rational and intelligent assumption that a yes vote would be inevitable maybe or maybe not first time round, but still inevitable.
Under the GFA there must be At Least a period of 7 years between border polls. There can be 47 years between them.
The Province?
The people who voted for the DUP did so in the knowledge they were pursuing a policy of abstentionism. As for the international community, the DUP don’t give a tinker’s cuss. The bottom line is they hate Republicans, Catholics, ethics, gays, (sure…) and are repulsed at the idea of serving under a Fenian woman. Michelle O’Neill is the antithesis of all they stand for. As an Irish Republican, I am indifferent to any return to Stormont. Let it wither on the vine. Our day will come.
Yes..their core vote is comprised of hard-line Protestant sectarian anti-Irish anti-Catholic Bigots.Their problem is the TUV who are making their pitch to the same unsavoury citizens and are eager to out-Paisley the inheritors of Paisleyism…No..No..No