Northern Ireland: Implementation of the Peace Agreement During the 106th Congress

Publication Date: January 2001

Publisher: Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Research Area: Government

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This report provides background information on the implementation of the April 1998 peace agreement for Northern Ireland. It reviews the provisions of the agreement, how those provisions have been put into place, and what obstacles have faced implementation as of December 2000. The analysis then turns to related issues of particular interest to U.S. policymakers, such as police reform, the International Fund for Ireland, and fair employment. Finally, legislation in the 106th Congress relating to Northern Ireland is listed. This report will not be updated. See also CRS Report 98-542, Northern Ireland: The Talks Process as Prelude to the April 1998 Peace Agreement.