Unionist political parties

Unionist political parties support maintaining political and constitutional ties between Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom. They advocate for Northern Ireland to remain part of the UK rather than unifying with the Republic of Ireland. These parties promote policies aligned with British identity, governance, and interests. Examples include the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) and the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP). Their main goal is to preserve the Union, often emphasizing national sovereignty, security, and cultural links to Britain, while opposing Irish unification or closer integration with the Republic of Ireland.