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Colin Harvey
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Professor, QUB | Belfast via Derry

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https://go.qub.ac.uk/charvey

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 7d
Derry ❤️
We Shall Overcome- Free Derry.

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Alan Rusbridger @arusbridger.bsky.social · 13h
Epstein has, from beyond the grave, exposed the make-it-up-as-you-go-along nature of the monarchy and the House of Lords www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/politics/con...
Jeffrey Epstein has exposed the rotten state of the UK’s constitution
The late sex offender had a ruthless capacity for exploiting grifters
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 16h
Irish Times poll: Wide support for neutrality to be guaranteed by the Constitution

www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...
Irish Times poll: Wide support for neutrality to be guaranteed by the Constitution
Public also gives views on triple lock, a visit by Donald Trump and social media regulation
www.irishtimes.com

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 1d
Last night @arinsproject.bsky.social in association with The Law Society of Ireland, hosted a lecture with the Honourable Mr Justice Gerard Hogan titled ‘Is the Constitution of Ireland (still) an obstacle to Irish reunification?’

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 1d
Two-thirds of voters back insertion of right to housing into Constitution, poll shows

www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...
Two-thirds of voters back insertion of right to housing into Constitution, poll shows
Fewer than a third of voters think Government is making progress on housing, Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll finds
www.irishtimes.com

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 2d
Excellent conversation in Banbridge Town Hall last night with Prof John Doyle DCU.

Necessary and detailed discussion on the opportunities, benefits and costs of constitutional change.
John Doyle and Colin Harvey John Doyle and Colin Harvey John Doyle and Colin Harvey

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The Journal @thejournal.ie · 3d
It’s not just football tricks that President Catherine Connolly has up her sleeve – she can also score an impressive backwards basketball shot.

jrnl.ie/6946030

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President of Ireland @president.ie · 3d
President Catherine Connolly to commence official visit to Northern Ireland

president.ie/en/media-lib...
President Catherine Connolly to commence official visit to Northern Ireland | President of Ireland
Welcome to the website of the President of Ireland.
president.ie

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John Doyle @johndoyle.bsky.social · 4d
Around Banbridge tomorrow night? I will be in the Town Hall at 7pm, with Prof Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social of QUB. Talking about my research on the UK subvention and the possible economic costs and benefits of a united Ireland. Report here
all-islandeconomy.com/analysing-th...

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 4d
QUB.
QUB

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Fintan O'Toole @fotoole.bsky.social · 4d
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2026...
Fintan O'Toole: Tony Blair and Peter Mandelson will go down in history as crawlers and creeps
If we want to understand why democracy is in such trouble, we can learn plenty from the careers of two men who were once stellar figures in democratic politics
www.irishtimes.com

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Glen O'Hara @gsoh31.bsky.social · 5d
In the UK academic recession, you will be at one of these stages since many unis buy the same cuts model from the same consultancies. It is always the same process:
*Talk of belt-tightening
*Incidental savings (e.g. printing, refreshments)
*Travel budgets cut
*Promotion freeze (1/4)

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Claire Mitchell @clairemitchell.bsky.social · 5d
Rinne mé crosóg Bhríde sa rang Gaeilge an tseachtain seo caite, from pipecleaners.

Had always wanted to know how to make one, but it was never around me.

Gathered rushes from the bottom of my road then and made my own. Such a small, simple thing, but it made me incredibly happy.
Crosóg Bhríde - Green pipecleaners on wood table Crosóg Bhríde - green rushes on wood floor

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Brian Dooley @dooleydooley.bsky.social · 5d
As an Honorary Professor at Queen’s University Belfast, I welcome today’s news that the university is to cut ties with former US Senator George Mitchell over his links with Jeffrey Epstein
@cjharvey1.bsky.social #speirgorm
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Epstein files: Queen's University Belfast cuts ties with George Mitchell over Epstein links
George Mitchell chaired the talks which led to the Good Friday Agreement in 1998.
www.bbc.com

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Annu Mayor @annumayor.bsky.social · 6d
The Pat Finucane Centre @finucanecentre.bsky.social and @humanrightsfirst.org talk about 'Public Funding of Soldier F's Legal Defence' this afternoon @museumfreederry.bsky.social @dooleydooley.bsky.social @suchitauppal.bsky.social

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Sam McBride @sjamcbride.bsky.social · 6d
There is a compelling practical case for an Irish passport office in Belfast. None of the historic objections endures to any significant extent. It is increasingly hard to explain this situation when there is such an office in Dublin, in Cork & in London.
Why it’s way past time for an Irish passport office in Northern Ireland
Why is there no Irish passport office in Belfast?
m.belfasttelegraph.co.uk

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 7d
Doire abú ❤️
Derry V Tyrone Derry V Tyrone Derry V Tyrone Derry V Tyrone

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Sky News @news.sky.com · 7d
Northern Ireland should hold unity referendum by 2030, first minister says
Northern Ireland should hold unity referendum by 2030, first minister says
Northern Ireland should hold a referendum on whether it should become part of a united Ireland by 2030, the country's first minister has said.
news.sky.com

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End Deportations Belfast @enddbelfast.bsky.social · 8d
We need to hear from you if you witness or experience an immigration raid or ID checking by immigration enforcement and / or police at:

1. Grand Central Station Belfast.
2. At workplaces.
3. On a 'cross-border' bus or train - NB Gardaí if the raid occurs in ROI.
4. At ferry ports.

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WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU EXPERIENCE OR WITNESS AN IMMIGRATION RAID. 1. GRAND CENTRAL, BELFAST 2. WORKPLACES. 3. 'CROSS-BORDER' BUS OR TRAIN. 4. FERRY PORTS. WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU EXPERIENCE OR WITNESS AN IMMIGRATION RAID. me Office 1. OBSERVE. 2. VIDED & PHOTOGRAPH. 3. DM 4. USE OUR ONLINE TOOL End Deportations Bellast QR Code + WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU EXPERIENCE OR WITNESS AN IMMIGRATION RAID. Office End Deportations Belfast

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 8d
30 January.
Bloody Sunday Derry

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 9d
Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon believes she will see a united Ireland in the next 20 years.

www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...
Nicola Sturgeon on Irish unity, ‘difficult’ relationship with Arlene Foster, and why NI ‘well served’ by Michelle O’Neill
Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon believes she will see a united Ireland in the next 20 years.
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk

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European Court of Human Rights @echr.coe.int · 9d
Today, the Court also released an overview of its case‑law.

It presents the most significant cases of 2025, especially those that broke new legal ground or addressed emerging issues.

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 9d
Is the Constitution of Ireland (still) an obstacle to Irish reunification?

www.lawsociety.ie/news/news/St...
Is the Constitution of Ireland (still) an obstacle to Irish reunification?
www.lawsociety.ie

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Donncha O’Connell @donnchalaw.bsky.social · 9d
‘Political priority cannot be a judge’s priority’- European Court of Human Rights president. Political pressure on jurisdiction of court ‘impossible to accept’, says Judge Mattias Guyomar

www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/co...
‘Political priority cannot be a judge’s priority’- European Court of Human Rights president
Political pressure on jurisdiction of court ‘impossible to accept’, says Mattias Guyomar
www.irishtimes.com

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Colin Harvey @cjharvey1.bsky.social · 10d
A great opportunity to work with the Human Rights Consortium on a Bill of Rights for NI.

Further information here:
www.humanrightsconsortium.org/job-advertis...
Job Opportunity | Human Rights Consortium
www.humanrightsconsortium.org

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President of Ireland @president.ie · 10d
Chuir an tUachtarán Catherine Connolly fáilte roimh Seanadóir Frances Black agus an tUrramach Karen Sethuraman ar chuairt chúirtéise inniu ag Áras an Uachtaráin.

This afternoon President Connolly welcomed Senator Frances Black and Reverend Karen Sethuraman to Áras an Uachtaráin on a courtesy call.

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Sam McBride @sjamcbride.bsky.social · 11d
On 16 February, I'll be discussing the arguments for and against a united Ireland in Drumalis - a fascinating place in Larne which once was a grand home owned by Ulster Scots Presbyterians & from where the 1914 UVF gun-running was organised, but now is a Catholic retreat centre.

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Gavan Reilly @gavreilly.com · 11d
For the first time, literally every single minister has been listed for travel, as has the Ceann Comhairle and Attorney General.

In some previous years at least one minister had stayed at home.

The only holder of State office (other than the President) staying home is the Seanad Cathaoirleach.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 12d
Your safety and wellbeing are our top priority. That's why the University campus will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday 27 January, due to the amber weather warning across Northern Ireland.

See you back on campus soon!
Image shows an aerial photograph of the Lanyon Building. Above it is white text that reads: CAMPUS UPDATE: WEATHER WARNING Image shows an aerial photograph of the Lanyon Building. Above it is white text that reads: Your safety and wellbeing are our top priority. That's why the University campus will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday 27 January, due to the amber weather warning across Northern Ireland.   Where appropriate and possible, teaching will move online for our students and your School or Centre will be in touch to let you know about the arrangements in your area.   Where necessary, some staff will continue to work on campus to carry out crucial roles, delivering and supporting essential services.   Student support services will be available remotely and Queen's Accommodation will remain open as normal. The McClay Library will close from 7.00am on Tuesday morning but aims to reopen at 9.00pm that evening.   See you back on campus soon!