[Sephiroth]

Originally Posted by 1andrew1

I think religion is far less important an issue in today's island of Ireland than it once was. It's more about getting on and opportunities. In a small country, it's another factor why freedom of movement is more important than in a larger one.

I spend a lot of time in NI and sense what's going on.

It's obvious to me that once those of Catholic background gain numerical superiority then ultimately a Border Poll will be called and the steps to unification of the two Irelands will be made. But yes, the factors you mention will obviously be taken into account and that is why there may be fraying of the Protestant edges.

Scotland, on the other hand, is not similarly aligned along specific backgrounds. Frankly to hell with them if they back Sturgeon's view of Scotland. I would expect that the then UK Guvmin will be strict and do no more than what is legally necessary.