Peter Robinson’s Irish unity remarks ‘music to the ears’ of Republicans
DUP MP says ex-leader’s comments valid but unification ‘isn’t going to materialise’
Former Northern Ireland first minister and DUP leader Peter Robinson. File photograph: Niall Carson/PA Wire.
Former Northern Ireland first minister Peter Robinson’s has been accused of becoming a “Sinn Féin echo chamber” after suggesting that preparations should be made for the possibility of a united Ireland.
The UUP chairman said his comments played “into the hands of our country’s opponents” while a DUP MP said the remarks were valid but that Irish unity “isn’t going to materialise”.