British Unionism

British Unionism is a political ideology that supports maintaining the political union between Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales) and Northern Ireland. It advocates for Northern Ireland to remain part of the United Kingdom rather than joining the Republic of Ireland. Unionists emphasize cultural, historical, and economic ties to Britain, and often oppose moves toward Irish independence or unification. The movement is rooted in a desire to preserve the political and constitutional ties with the UK, believing this provides stability, security, and shared identity for unionist communities, particularly among many Unionists in Northern Ireland.