Government tells Britain: Learn about Ireland before crucial Brexit talks

Senior British politicians accused of ‘baffling ignorance’ and ‘reckless’ comments about Ireland and its border with the North

The Irish government has warned British politicians to better inform themselves about the country’s domestic political situation after a series of remarks by senior MPs that have been described as “ignorant”, “delusional” and “reckless”.

There has been growing concern in government at the commentary from some senior British politicians ahead of a crucial EU leaders summit next week, where a decision will be made on whether sufficient progress has been made to allow ...