Republic of Ireland: Soft Power
Commons · Question 76 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record
Answered 22 May 2026
Question
Asked by Sammy Wilson
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of Cultural and Educational Programs on UK soft power in Ireland.
Answer
Answered by Stephen Doughty, 22 May 2026
The Joint Statement between the Prime Minister and Taoiseach Micheál Martin following the UK-Ireland summit in Cork this March includes a range of cultural and educational initiatives that will enhance the already rich cooperation between our countries in...