UK Prime Minister met Taoiseach of Ireland Micheál Martin at No10 North on Friday 18 September, marking the first visit by an international leader to the new government venue.

The leaders reaffirmed the close UK-Ireland partnership and their shared commitment to the Good Friday Agreement, while discussing efforts to address the legacy of the Troubles and support long-term reconciliation in Northern Ireland.

Key developments:

  • UK pledged to work closely with Ireland during its EU Council Presidency to strengthen UK-Europe relations.
  • Both leaders reaffirmed support for Ukraine.
  • They agreed to advance cooperation on security and trade ahead of the next UK-Ireland Summit, due in the first half of 2027.

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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham greets Ireland’s Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Micheal Martin inside Heron House, the base of the government’s Number 10 North, in Manchester, northern England, on September 18, 2026. OLI SCARFF/Pool via REUTERS
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