How Brexit Was Negotiated | Prof. Katy Hayward| Episode 228

How was Brexit negotiated? In Part 2 of this three-part series, Professor Katy Hayward explains the negotiations that followed the Brexit referendum, from Theresa May's backstop to Boris Johnson's Northern Ireland Protocol. We explore why the Irish border became the central challenge of Brexit, the competing priorities of London, Dublin, Belfast and Brussels, and why some proposed solutions were described as "unicorns". Whether you're new to Brexit or looking to understand its impact on Northern Ireland, this conversation offers a clear and balanced explanation of one of the most complex political negotiations in recent British and Irish history. Topics include: • Theresa May's Withdrawal Agreement • The Backstop • Boris Johnson and the Protocol • The Irish border • The Good Friday Agreement • UK–EU negotiations • Northern Ireland after Brexit This is Part 2 of a three-part conversation with Professor Katy Hayward. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. 🌍 More episodes: https://theirelandpodcast.com