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British PM Andy Burnham sparks political row as he says Irish unity poll 'off the table'
The British Prime Minister was making his first visit to Northern Ireland since taking office
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- Why it matters
- The statement sets the UK government's position on a constitutionally sensitive question that affects the political rights of Northern Ireland's population regarding their future.
- Most affected
- Northern Ireland voters — UK government rules out holding a referendum on Irish reunification.
- Likely next
- Whether Irish nationalist parties formally respond or whether Burnham faces questions about the conditions under which a poll might occur.
Also reported by: Evening Standard, Manchester Evening News