Conor J. Kelly
@conorjkelly.bsky.social
Bingham Early Career Fellow in Constitutional Studies at Balliol College, University of Oxford | Researching Irish, UK, & EU politics focusing on Northern Ireland | Usual disclaimer
From Donegal. Profile: https://www.politics.ox.ac.uk/person/conor-j-kelly
From Donegal. Profile: https://www.politics.ox.ac.uk/person/conor-j-kelly
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ON THE BLOG: Monitor 91: Starmer's constitutional timidity
In the lead article from the latest issue of Monitor, Meg Russell & @alanrenwick.bsky.social argue that the government could be seeking to lead, and to set the tone on constitutional standards, but changes instead feel timid and reluctant.
In the lead article from the latest issue of Monitor, Meg Russell & @alanrenwick.bsky.social argue that the government could be seeking to lead, and to set the tone on constitutional standards, but changes instead feel timid and reluctant.
Monitor 91: Starmer's constitutional timidity
In the lead article from the latest issue of Monitor, Meg Russell & @alanrenwick.bsky.social argue that the government could be seeking to lead, and to set the tone on constitutional standards, but changes instead feel timid and reluctant.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:58 AM
ON THE BLOG: Monitor 91: Starmer's constitutional timidity
In the lead article from the latest issue of Monitor, Meg Russell & @alanrenwick.bsky.social argue that the government could be seeking to lead, and to set the tone on constitutional standards, but changes instead feel timid and reluctant.
In the lead article from the latest issue of Monitor, Meg Russell & @alanrenwick.bsky.social argue that the government could be seeking to lead, and to set the tone on constitutional standards, but changes instead feel timid and reluctant.
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I wish I didn’t have to share this. But the BBC has decided to censor my first Reith Lecture.
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
November 25, 2025 at 9:26 AM
I wish I didn’t have to share this. But the BBC has decided to censor my first Reith Lecture.
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
New vacancy (Junior Research Fellowship) working on the Northern Ireland Peace Process at the Quill Project in Oxford!
Based at Pembroke College with funding from the Carnegie Foundation of New York.
See details here: www.pmb.ox.ac.uk/vacancy/juni...
Based at Pembroke College with funding from the Carnegie Foundation of New York.
See details here: www.pmb.ox.ac.uk/vacancy/juni...
Junior Research Fellowship in the Northern Ireland Peace Process (Quill Project)
Pembroke College wishes to appoint a Junior Research Fellow in the History of the Northern Ireland Peace Process. The appointment will be from early 2026 until 31 July 2027. The post is full-time and ...
www.pmb.ox.ac.uk
November 25, 2025 at 8:34 AM
New vacancy (Junior Research Fellowship) working on the Northern Ireland Peace Process at the Quill Project in Oxford!
Based at Pembroke College with funding from the Carnegie Foundation of New York.
See details here: www.pmb.ox.ac.uk/vacancy/juni...
Based at Pembroke College with funding from the Carnegie Foundation of New York.
See details here: www.pmb.ox.ac.uk/vacancy/juni...
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Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81 reut.rs/4oyn2fT
Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81
Jimmy Cliff, the legendary Jamaican singer who along with Bob Marley popularized reggae, ska and rocksteady music over a six decade career, has died, his wife Latifa Chambers announced on Facebook on Monday.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81 reut.rs/4oyn2fT
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Cas Mudde spells out what has become largely the consensus among researchers: moving right on immigration will not weaken the far right nor strengthen social democracy. If your reaction is "but in Denmark" please at least familiarize yourself with Danish politics
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The ‘Danish model’ is the darling of centre-left parties like Labour. The problem is, it doesn’t even work in Denmark | Cas Mudde
This week’s local elections are the latest reminder that when social democrats move rightwards, they’re making a mistake, says academic and author Cas Mudde
www.theguardian.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Cas Mudde spells out what has become largely the consensus among researchers: moving right on immigration will not weaken the far right nor strengthen social democracy. If your reaction is "but in Denmark" please at least familiarize yourself with Danish politics
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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A friend from US has been staying in London this week - sight-seeing, culture, bars and restaurants. Central London has been buzzing. It’s been great and I’ve been proud of it. So there
November 21, 2025 at 9:03 AM
A friend from US has been staying in London this week - sight-seeing, culture, bars and restaurants. Central London has been buzzing. It’s been great and I’ve been proud of it. So there
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NEW BLOG: Assessing the House of Commons Backbench Business Committee 15 years on
Unit Director Meg Russell and Hannah Kelly argue changes are needed to get back to the Wright Committee’s vision of it helping facilitate a more responsive and independent House of Commons.
Unit Director Meg Russell and Hannah Kelly argue changes are needed to get back to the Wright Committee’s vision of it helping facilitate a more responsive and independent House of Commons.
Assessing the House of Commons Backbench Business Committee 15 years on
Unit Director Meg Russell and Hannah Kelly argue changes are needed to get back to the Wright Committee’s vision of it helping facilitate a more responsive and independent House of Commons.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:05 PM
NEW BLOG: Assessing the House of Commons Backbench Business Committee 15 years on
Unit Director Meg Russell and Hannah Kelly argue changes are needed to get back to the Wright Committee’s vision of it helping facilitate a more responsive and independent House of Commons.
Unit Director Meg Russell and Hannah Kelly argue changes are needed to get back to the Wright Committee’s vision of it helping facilitate a more responsive and independent House of Commons.
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NEW: Paschal Donohoe is resigning as MInister for Finance, and as a TD, in order to take up a role with the World Bank in Washington. Announcement expected after this morning's Cabinet meeting. @virginmedianews.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 9:45 AM
NEW: Paschal Donohoe is resigning as MInister for Finance, and as a TD, in order to take up a role with the World Bank in Washington. Announcement expected after this morning's Cabinet meeting. @virginmedianews.bsky.social
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Troy Parrot for Uachtarán 2032 🇮🇪
November 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Troy Parrot for Uachtarán 2032 🇮🇪
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The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has said that Israeli soldiers shot at its peacekeepers this morning from a tank near an army position in the country's south
UN peacekeepers shot at by IDF in Lebanon, says UNIFIL
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has said that Israeli soldiers shot at its peacekeepers this morning from a tank near an army position in the country's south.
www.rte.ie
November 16, 2025 at 1:05 PM
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has said that Israeli soldiers shot at its peacekeepers this morning from a tank near an army position in the country's south
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On behalf of the family, can I extend our thanks to the Faculty, Trustees and Board of
@camhistory.bsky.social @lucydelap.bsky.social
at the announcement of the Permanent " Childers Chair " of Irish History. My grandfather was incredibly proud to be an alumnus
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@camhistory.bsky.social @lucydelap.bsky.social
at the announcement of the Permanent " Childers Chair " of Irish History. My grandfather was incredibly proud to be an alumnus
www.gov.ie/en/departmen...
Tánaiste announces endowment of Chair of Irish History at University of Cambridge
www.gov.ie
November 14, 2025 at 8:33 PM
On behalf of the family, can I extend our thanks to the Faculty, Trustees and Board of
@camhistory.bsky.social @lucydelap.bsky.social
at the announcement of the Permanent " Childers Chair " of Irish History. My grandfather was incredibly proud to be an alumnus
www.gov.ie/en/departmen...
@camhistory.bsky.social @lucydelap.bsky.social
at the announcement of the Permanent " Childers Chair " of Irish History. My grandfather was incredibly proud to be an alumnus
www.gov.ie/en/departmen...
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The Irish government has taken measures to support the disclosure of State materials to the UK’s Omagh bombing inquiry.
Steps taken to aid Irish disclosure of materials to Omagh bombing inquiry
The Irish government has taken measures to support the disclosure of State materials to the UK’s Omagh bombing inquiry.
www.irishlegal.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The Irish government has taken measures to support the disclosure of State materials to the UK’s Omagh bombing inquiry.
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They were being integrated with the mayor role anyway so this makes total sense. No need for a separate function. Helps build up mayors as the single tier of regional government.
BREAKING Home Office is about to announce that police and crime commissioners are to be scrapped..
Established in 2012 by Theresa May, Labour has never been a fan of the PCC system…they’ll be replaced in 2028 by policing mayors & local policing boards ..
Established in 2012 by Theresa May, Labour has never been a fan of the PCC system…they’ll be replaced in 2028 by policing mayors & local policing boards ..
November 13, 2025 at 11:35 AM
They were being integrated with the mayor role anyway so this makes total sense. No need for a separate function. Helps build up mayors as the single tier of regional government.
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The PSNI has made 100 arrests since serious rioting erupted in Ballymena in the summer.
A senior officer said an investigation into the violence was continuing and this was providing “reassurance to local communities” that were impacted.
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A senior officer said an investigation into the violence was continuing and this was providing “reassurance to local communities” that were impacted.
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PSNI make 100 arrests made since serious rioting erupted in Ballymena over the summer
A peaceful protest in the Co Antrim town over an alleged sexual assault was followed by attacks on police and properties housing ethnic minorities.
jrnl.ie
November 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
The PSNI has made 100 arrests since serious rioting erupted in Ballymena in the summer.
A senior officer said an investigation into the violence was continuing and this was providing “reassurance to local communities” that were impacted.
jrnl.ie/6871790
A senior officer said an investigation into the violence was continuing and this was providing “reassurance to local communities” that were impacted.
jrnl.ie/6871790
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The Irish Times view on President Connolly: defining a new era
The Irish Times view on President Connolly: defining a new era
Her immediate task is simply to define the tone and scope of her presidency
www.irishtimes.com
November 11, 2025 at 8:35 PM
The Irish Times view on President Connolly: defining a new era
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Barely mentioned but that now notorious Trump Panorama *wasn’t made by the BBC*
It was an indie production (as so much is)
Even if was BBC, head of news or DG would wouldn’t have been involved in edits
It was an indie production (as so much is)
Even if was BBC, head of news or DG would wouldn’t have been involved in edits
November 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Barely mentioned but that now notorious Trump Panorama *wasn’t made by the BBC*
It was an indie production (as so much is)
Even if was BBC, head of news or DG would wouldn’t have been involved in edits
It was an indie production (as so much is)
Even if was BBC, head of news or DG would wouldn’t have been involved in edits
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President Catherine Connolly says she will foster “inclusive and open dialogue” on a united Ireland.
She said any progress towards unity must honour the principle of consent and celebrate the heritage and traditions of all who live on the island.
#VMNews
She said any progress towards unity must honour the principle of consent and celebrate the heritage and traditions of all who live on the island.
#VMNews
November 11, 2025 at 3:07 PM
President Catherine Connolly says she will foster “inclusive and open dialogue” on a united Ireland.
She said any progress towards unity must honour the principle of consent and celebrate the heritage and traditions of all who live on the island.
#VMNews
She said any progress towards unity must honour the principle of consent and celebrate the heritage and traditions of all who live on the island.
#VMNews
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My wife died but Virgin Media seems unable to transfer account to my name
My wife died but Virgin Media seems unable to transfer account to my name
Transferring names and moving to a cheaper deal should not require the bereaved to repeatedly explain a death
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November 11, 2025 at 8:38 AM
My wife died but Virgin Media seems unable to transfer account to my name
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The Senate is expected to vote around 5 p.m. to approve the shutdown deal.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:37 PM
The Senate is expected to vote around 5 p.m. to approve the shutdown deal.
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Forty years on from the Anglo-Irish Agreement, our latest #BehindTheHeadlines gathered leading voices in diplomacy, history, and journalism to reflect on its legacy and ongoing relevance.
Read now: www.tcd.ie/trinitylongr...
#HubMatters
Read now: www.tcd.ie/trinitylongr...
#HubMatters
November 10, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Forty years on from the Anglo-Irish Agreement, our latest #BehindTheHeadlines gathered leading voices in diplomacy, history, and journalism to reflect on its legacy and ongoing relevance.
Read now: www.tcd.ie/trinitylongr...
#HubMatters
Read now: www.tcd.ie/trinitylongr...
#HubMatters
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🧵 The government was defeated in the House of Lords once yesterday, 5 November 2025.
The government was defeated 161 to 144 votes on amendment 35 to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill at report stage.
👉 votes.parliament.uk/votes/lords/...
The government was defeated 161 to 144 votes on amendment 35 to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill at report stage.
👉 votes.parliament.uk/votes/lords/...
November 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
🧵 The government was defeated in the House of Lords once yesterday, 5 November 2025.
The government was defeated 161 to 144 votes on amendment 35 to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill at report stage.
👉 votes.parliament.uk/votes/lords/...
The government was defeated 161 to 144 votes on amendment 35 to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill at report stage.
👉 votes.parliament.uk/votes/lords/...
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Fianna Fáil has signalled that an independent review into its failed presidential campaign may not be finalised by the agreed deadline of next Wednesday
Delay to review of Fianna Fáil's presidential campaign
Fianna Fáil has signalled that an independent review into its failed presidential campaign may not be finalised by the agreed deadline of next Wednesday.
www.rte.ie
November 8, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Fianna Fáil has signalled that an independent review into its failed presidential campaign may not be finalised by the agreed deadline of next Wednesday
