Brexit Negotiations: Impact of Irish and Spanish Governments

Delving into the complexities of Brexit discussions, this chapter focuses on the parallel negotiations between Spain and the UK over Gibraltar and the Commission on Ireland with the UK. It emphasizes the crucial roles played by the Irish and Spanish governments in influencing the Brexit agreement, with the Good Friday Agreement and national pride issues at the forefront. The chapter also touches on the intertwining of Brexit negotiations with domestic politics and the potential use of immigration as a bargaining tool in the negotiations.