Weekly take: Why Ireland’s reignited UPC interest is welcome relief

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Weekly take: Why Ireland’s reignited UPC interest is welcome relief

Max Walters
August 20 2025
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With Ireland’s government re-engaging with the idea of a UPC referendum, it provides a chance to improve the system further

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