Institute of Irish Studies

Exterior shot of Stormont

New initiative creates space for respectful dialogue on Northern Ireland’s constitutional future

September 9, 2026

Exhibition to celebrate untold stories of Irish women

August 12, 2026

John McGahern Annual Book Prize shortlist celebrates best Irish debuts

July 10, 2026

Acclaimed festival celebrating Samuel Beckett returns for third instalment

July 2, 2026

Professor Pete Shirlow at Irish Studies dept building

Northern Ireland public opinion survey shows majority wish to remain in UK

June 8, 2026

Dr Lybeck in clown costume interacts with audience in outdoor setting

University researcher takes centre stage at Southport’s Big Top Festival

May 6, 2026

Pictured receiving their award at the Political Studies Association annual conference at Oxford University are (rear) Professor Tonge and Dr Haughey, along with (front) Professor Katy Hayward (QUB) and Dr Paul Mitchell (LSE).

Political Studies Association prizes for Liverpool researchers

April 2, 2026

Photo of Jon Burrows

New UUP leader to visit Institute of Irish Studies for public lecture

February 9, 2026

Institute of Irish Studies Seamus Heaney lecture 2025: Sir Simon Schama and Professor Peter Shirlow in conversation

November 27, 2025

Photos of Sir Simon Schama and Leanna Best speaking at lecture

Institute of Irish Studies welcomes Sir Simon Schama for sixth annual Seamus Heaney lecture

November 25, 2025