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Ireland
Ireland is the third largest island in Europe and is situated northwest of mainland Europe. It includes the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland and has a total land area of about 81,638 square kilometers or 31,521 miles.
9,538 Questions
When did southern Ireland become independent?
The official answer to this is 1949, but the separation was more of an evolution.
The land which makes up Ireland was partitioned on 3 May 1921. In 1922 the Irish Free State was made a dominion within the British Commonwealth, which came with a previously unrealized level of sovereignty. A new constitution in 1937 renamed the state as Ireland, and it began operating with increasing separation from the Commonwealth. In 1949 it became a completely sovereign nation, separate from both England and Wales.
The treaty was signed by the British Government and Irish envoys on December 6th 1921 but was only enacted when it was ratified by the Parliaments of both countries in line with the treaty and received Royal assent on 6th December 1922founding the Irish Free State. It was founded as an autonomous dominion similar to Canada within the British Empire. Northern Ireland exercised it's option to withdraw from the state. It put a new constitution in place in 1937 also changing the name to Eire or Ireland in English and declared itself a republic in 1949 withdrawing formally from the British Commonwealth.
1922
In 1921 .
If you mean president his name is Michael D. Higgins. The head of the Irish government, a post known as the Taoiseach, is Enda Kenny. These two hold office at the time of answering this question, the 15th of November 2011.
Is Ireland a capitalism communism or socialism?
There are some socialist political parties in Ireland, and socialist politicians.
Who was first president of Ireland and what year?
Douglas Hyde was the first persident of Ireland in 1922 for the free republic
Why is Ireland divided into Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland?
Because they are two different states/countries. The republic is an independent state (although, concerning its membership of the EU, some people people contest this fact - officially, it isan independent state), whereas the north is a part of the United Kingdom (along, with Wales, Scotland, etc.). The separation (also known as partition) is similar to what happened with India and Pakistan when they too achieved independence from being a colony of Britain (on a much smaller scale, obviously). It was a long, slightly confusing process and there are many controversial issues and historical issues surrounding it: plantations, famine, religious bigotry, Civil War, Rebellion, Martyrdom, the Commonwealth, Home Rule, politics, and neutrality. The Troubles (terrorism by both Catholic and protestant groups in the late 20th century) led to further agreements between the two sides.
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History
Britain had militarily dominated Ireland since the 12th century, and especially after the Tudor conquest of 1603. This culminated in the 1801 Act of Union that made all of Ireland part of Great Britain. Substantial British colonization of the northern part of Ireland continued for 300 years.
In 1916 a major rebellion occurred (the Easter Rising), and in 1919 a two-year war for independence broke out, led by groups such as the IRA (Irish Republican Army). Many Irish were not satisfied with the Home Rule offered in 1914 and even then never implemented. During the war, the Government of Ireland Act 1920 was passed, establishing the independent Irish Free State in 1922.
However, the act specifically allowed the 6 mostly Protestant counties designated as Northern Ireland to "opt out" and remain part of Great Britain, which they did. This led to the redesignation of the British nation as the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Was cromwell right to invade Ireland?
Depends on your point of view: I am sure most Irish Catholics would say yes. Personally I find Cromwell wholly dislikable, but have a grudging respect for his undoubted military leadership qualities.
What was the Middle Ages like in Ireland?
The Celts arrived in Britain and Ireland around 500 BC and within a few hundred years, Ireland's Bronze Age culture had all but disappeared, and Celtic Iron Age culture was in place across the entire island. The Celts had discovered iron, which had been introduced to them in Europe around 1000 to 700 BC, giving them the technological advantage to spread as they did. Iron was a far superior metal to bronze, being stronger and more durable. On the other hand, it required much hotter fires to extract it from its ore and so it took a fair degree of skill to use iron.
How is st Patricks day celebrated in ireland?
A few years ago they dyed a river green for St. Patricks day.
English colonization of Ireland set what precedent?
The precedent set by the English colonization to Ireland was that the inferior race could be brutally repressed.
How many same-sex civil partnerships have been registered in County Kerry Ireland?
76 as of October 1, 2012. Registration began on January 1, 2011, with the first ceremonies happening in April 2011.
The population of all of Cork at the last census in 2011, was 519,032 of which 119,230 were in the city of Cork and 399,802 were in the county of Cork.
How often must a presidential election be held in ireland?
An Irish parliament's term is 5 years, but an election can happen before that. Not all parliaments run their full term, so elections often happen sooner than that. There were 3 general elections in 18 months in the early 1980s.
What age do you have to be to move away from home in Northern Ireland?
You can leave home at the age of 18 years without your parents' consent and you can get married, but the consent of both you parents is required if they have parental responsibility for you. If consent to your marriage is refused by your parents or the local authority, you can make an application to the court. Here's a bonus (laws for you) Leave School - 16 However you must have reached 16 on or before the 1st of July in the year you want to leave, otherwise you'll have to wait until the following year. So, if for example you want to leave school but won't be 16 until Nov., then you have to wait until the end of the next school year (the following June before you can leave. The only leaving date is 30th June.) Get a Full Time Job - 16 If you have left school. However, there are some restrictions on where you can work. For example, you cannot work in a betting shop. Get a Part-Time Job - 13 If and when you do look for work, it must be in a job that is not harmful to your life, education or health, or which involves street trading. You must be at least 13 years old. Under the legislation known as the Children (N1) Order 1995, you can't work for longer than 2 hours on a school day. Neither should you work before 7 AM or after 7 PM on any day, whether it is a school day or not, or before the close of school hours on any day on which you should be at school. On a Saturday if you are over 15, you can work for up to 7 hours. If you are between 13 and 15 you can work for up to 5 hours. Smoke - Buy Cigarettes or Tobacco - 16 years If you are under 16 and are found smoking in public, your tobacco and cigarette papers can be seized by a uniformed police officer. ****LEAVE HOME - 18 18 years without parent/guardian's consent, in which case you can leave at 16. If you wan to leave home between 16 and 18 you should check the legal position with the Children's Law Centre. Get A Car/Motorcycle Licence - 17 years Get a National Insurance Number - 17 years Once you reach the age of 16 years, you should automatically receive a national insurance number. If you do not you can apply for this through your local Social Security Office. Remember to bring identification with you such as a birth certificate or passport. Your National Insurance # can then be used in the future to calculate what tax you are liable to pay, what benefits you may be entitled to, etc. Therefore, if your circumstances change for example, you have a baby or get married, you should notify the tax office about these changes. Open A Bank Account In Your Own Name - 7 years Be Offered A Jobskills Placement - 16 years Buy Alcohol - 18 Years Vote In Elections - 18 years Place A Bet - 18 years The age for football pool betting is 16. If you are under 18 you may not gamble in public betting shops, gaming clubs or bingo halls, but you may take part in prize (but not cash) amusement and slot machines, amusement arcades and cafes.
The IRA no longer exists. They were active in Ireland and Britain.
In what year did Ireland join the EEC?
Ireland made an application to join what was then known as the European Economic Community (EEC). Ireland's application had to be approved, which it was. Ireland joined the EEC on the 1st of January 1973. Since then, the EEC has had a few name changes and is now known as the European Union, or EU.
What is the population of Shannon Ireland?
in the 2002 Census was 8,561. For more up to date information check the centeral statistics office.+
What is north County Dublin postcode?
Not all of Dublin has postcodes. Postcodes in Dublin range from 1 up to 24. Odd numbers denote areas of Dublin on the north side (relative to city centre), even numbers being south side. Generally, the larger the number, the further away from the centre they are.
Areas without a postcode would simply use 'Co. Dublin' in the address.
This website includes a map associated with the postcodes along with a list of each area represented by a postcode: http://www.dublintourist.com/maps/dublin_postal_codes.shtml
What is the population of Ireland?
The Republic of Ireland has a population of about 4,470,700 residents.
Northern Ireland has a population of about 1,775,000 residents.
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Update (2013/14): About 6.45 million in the whole island (4.6m in the Republic and 1.85m in Northern Ireland).
The Republic of Ireland has a population of about 4,470,700 residents.
Northern Ireland has a population of about 1,775,000 residents.
Where did Lord Mountbatten die?
Lord Louis Mountbatton, 1st Earl of Burma ( 25 June 1900-27 August 1979) was assassinated by the Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) who planted a bomb in his yacht, the Shadow V. He died at Mullaghmore, County Sligo, in the Republic of Ireland.
When was King George king of Ireland?
George I: 1714-1727
George II: 1727-1760
George III: 1760-1820
George IV: 1820-1830
George V: 1910-1936
George VI: 1936-1949 (In 1949, Ireland became a republic. However, George VI remained king of Northern Ireland until his passing away in 1952)
How did the shamrock become the symbol of Ireland?
The shamrock is a symbol of Ireland, but it is not the national symbol. The official national symbol of Ireland is the harp, which can be seen on Irish coins and documents. Tradition says that St. Patrick, in attempting to explain the meaning of the Holy Trinity, picked up a shamrock leaf to illustrate his point of three parts to one whole object. The three leaves of the shamrock represent the Father (God), Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. It has become a popular symbol over the centuries and now often symbolizes pride in one's Irish heritage.
