Treaty: British Government

Question 1

Jackson on the British Government

Answer 1

“desire for disengagement” from Ireland in Britain

Question 2

Why were they satisfied

Answer 2

> Its main priorities of Crown allegiance, security and Ulster autonomy were all satisfied

> Foster notes that DLG had his “hands tied” before the truce let alone the Treaty by agreeing to terms from his cabinet

> Major concessions were made to Sinn Fein, but the Government achieved what it wanted.