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Union with Ireland Debate Shapes Irish Policy
In a tense session, Mr. Pitt moves to the Union with Ireland as Mr. Sheridan attacks ministerial pledges and uses intimidation and corruption claims. Sheridan and Grey clash over truism and reform while St John warns against uniting Ireland amid Irish parliament opposition and Catholic tensions. The division ends with Noes 141 to Yes 116 as the debate questions the union’s wisdom and timing.
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Pitty
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England