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"South Ireland" or "Southern Ireland" are incorrect names for what is now known as the Republic of Ireland. Like any country in the world, Ireland wanted its independence, which is why the Irish Free State as it was known, later to become known as the Republic of Ireland left the UK, while Northern Ireland was created and remained part of the United Kingdom.
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Confict between Northern Ireland and UK?
There is no conflict between Northern Ireland and the UK. Northern Ireland is part of the UK. However, a minority of the population of Northern Ireland want to leave the UK and become a part of the Republic of Ireland. There has been a referendum about this in the past and the majority of the Northern Ireland people want to remain in the UK. Democracy won the day.
What part of Ireland wanted freedom from UK?
Up until 91 years ago all of Ireland was ruled by Britain and wanted freedom from UK rule, (With the exception of Protestant groups in Northern Ireland) The south obtained freedom but Northern Ireland has not - there are still some groups in Northern Ireland that want freedom from the UK
Is Ireland a part of or apart from the UK?
Six counties of Northern Ireland are part of the UK. The rest of the island of Ireland is the Republic of Ireland and an independent country.
Is your UK visa valid for Northern Ireland also?
Northern Ireland is part of the UK so your UK visa is valid.
Are both Antarctica and Ireland south of the equator?
No. Antarctica is south of the equator. Ireland is north of the equator.
Why did Ireland leave the UK?
Because they wanted independence.
Which side is Ireland on from the UK?
It is to the west of the UK mainly, but with some of the island of Ireland being in the UK, some parts of it would be to the south of it.
What is south of iceland and west of England UK?
Ireland.
Do swallows leave Ireland for warmer climate?
Yes, they leave Ireland for the winter months and fly south to warmer places.
Confict between Northern Ireland and UK?
There is no conflict between Northern Ireland and the UK. Northern Ireland is part of the UK. However, a minority of the population of Northern Ireland want to leave the UK and become a part of the Republic of Ireland. There has been a referendum about this in the past and the majority of the Northern Ireland people want to remain in the UK. Democracy won the day.
What attempts did Northern Ireland make to leave the UK?
Northern Ireland has not made any efforts to leave the UK. There are some that want it to happen, but no direct process has been undertaken to try to make it happen.
If Kids need a passport between UK and Ireland?
It depends on which part of Ireland. South: Yes. North: No.
Is northern Ireland occupied by UK?
The United Kingdom is both England, and Ireland, South as well as North
What are the surrounding countries to UK?
The UK is comprised of England, Scotland, Wales, and North Ireland. Immediately to the south of North Ireland is Ireland. France is to the east of England across the English Channel.
Where in the UK is Scotland?
Scotland is a Large area of land in the North of Great Britain (UK) it borders England to it's south. It is north-east of Ireland (Republic) and Northern Ireland (UK).
How do you call a south Ireland landline with a UK mobile while in south Ireland?
Dial 00 353 and then the landline with its area code and leaving out the first zero.
Where is Catholicism common?
Ireland, Parts of South & Central America, Africa and the UK.
