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That is a complex question to answer. You would need to be very familiar with Irish history and the past situations to have a full understanding. Things are much improved, but there is still mistrust between some parts of society. Some of this is endemic and almost part of the culture in itself. People are in effect brought up not to trust the other side, rather than taking people on their merits. This is not true in all cases and there are many positive relations between the different sides of the community. Levels of violence are far less now, but there are people still there intent on causing trouble, but they have very little support. So things are radically better now than they have been for many years, and things are continuing to improve. Issues that are still of contention include things like marches, recognition of the heroes of one side, that are not seen as heroes by the other. There are still some areas of politics that need to be finalised, like policing and justice, though that should be resolved soon, as this answer is made on the 18th of October 2009.
Northern Ireland is not part of Great Britain and never has been. Great Britain is an island consisting of England, Scotland and Wales. Northern Ireland is on the separate island of Ireland. Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom, which is what you mean, but is a completely different thing. The United Kingdom is a political, not a geographical entity. The problems that this has caused is due to many people in Northern Ireland wanting that situation to continue while many want Northern Ireland to be part of a united Ireland. Those that want to be part of the United Kingdom, known as unionists, are in the majority, though nationalists make up a significant minority. Since Northern Ireland came into existence in 1922, this has been a major issue, resulting in violence which became particularly serious between 1968 and 1994. A more peaceful situation now exists with the unionists and nationalists having to share political power. This was done because in the past, as the unionists were in the majority, they always governed and their policies favoured unionists and discriminated against nationalists. Things like housing, jobs and voting were affected. This is what resulted in people from the nationalist community looking for civil rights and equality, most famously in the 1960s, which eventually led to violence.
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Is Ireland still separated?
The island of Ireland still consists of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Are there still soldiers in Northern Ireland?
Yes there are still British soldiers in Northern Ireland; but not as many as there used to be.
What are some of the problems caused by the fact that northern Ireland is still a part of the great Britain?
Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom (Great Britain is a geographic description) Republicans in the past used terrorism to try to force Northern Ireland to become part of the Republic of Ireland. They have been unsuccessful.
Is northern Ireland currency taken on the isle of man?
no northern Ireland's currency runs on pound, but you can still use euro in northern Ireland's
Can a person living in Northern Ireland vote in the Republic of Ireland?
Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.
Is there fighting in Dublin with the catholices and prodestant these days i have been offerd a job there and don't want to go if it still like that?
It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.It is not like that in Dublin and it never was like that. A common misconception is that there are problems all over Ireland between Catholics and Protestants. It is only in Northern Ireland that this happened, and although there are still some problems there, it is perfectly safe to even go there. So you need have no worries about coming to Dublin in terms of problems between Catholic and Protestants.
Is sectarianism a major problem in the GAA?
It is still a problem in Northern Ireland, but not to the extent that it was. There are more important and serious problems and issues for the GAA. In other parts of Ireland sectarianism is not really an issue.
How long can you be in northern Ireland with your UK visa?
As Northern Ireland is still part of the UK; the same rules will apply.
How do you get a car from England registered in northern Ireland?
i bought a car in northern Ireland that is now due mot but have found out that the car has not been registered in northern Ireland still registered in England
Is Northern Ireland a safe society?
Northern Ireland is a safe society. Internationally, when people here about Northern Ireland it is often about problems that are there. So naturally people assume that is all there is to it and that the trouble is constant. That is not the case. Compared to 20 or 30 years ago, Northern Ireland rarely makes the international news headlines. In more modern times, when it has made the news it has often been for positive reasons. There are still problems, but they are not widespread and ordinary daily life carries on as normal. So despite what a lot of people think, Northern Ireland is a safe society and a lot safer than many societies.
Did any one in Ireland ever actually want to be united with the united kingdom?
Yes and some still want that to be the case. That is the whole basis for the problems in Ireland and why we have Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in existence now. The majority in Northern Ireland did not want to be separate to the United Kingdom. Many people in Northern Ireland do not want that. In the same way there would be some in the Republic of Ireland that would favour Ireland being fully in the United Kingdom, though it would be a small amount. It is predominantly people who live in Northern Ireland that would hold that view, known as Loyalists or Unionists. The Nationalist or Republicans, who make up a large amount of the population in Northern Ireland, though still a minority overall, want a fully united Ireland free of the United Kingdom. This difference of opinion, mixed in with other social issues, led to the conflicts in Northern Ireland since it came into being, most notably from the lat 1960s to the early 1990s.
What are urban problems that still exist today?
Pollution, housing and crime. The Romans had these problems and we still have them.
