Keir Starmer and Simon Harris Initiate New Chapter in Anglo-Irish Relations
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris for discussions aimed at resetting Anglo-Irish relations. They announced plans for an annual summit starting in March to focus on cooperation in areas such as renewable energy, trade, and housing. Starmer’s government is also pursuing closer ties with the EU, including potential agreements on agri-food products and professional qualifications. The evolving political landscape in Ireland, with Micheál Martin expected as the next Taoiseach, adds further complexity to the discussions on the future of UK-Ireland relations.