Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Has the Good Friday Agreement been a success?
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The Good Friday Agreement has been a failure

The Good Friday Agreement has been a failure due to the fact that Northern Ireland has seen a polarisation in politics since 1998. Many of the terms of the treaty, such as the release of prisoners, has also been hotly contested.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. The Good Friday Agreement has led to a polarisation in politics
    The Good Friday Agreement did not lead to a more united political sphere. In contrast, more extreme parties such as the DUP and Sinn Fein have become even more popular.
  2. The Good Friday Agreement allowed people to get away with murder
    The early prisoner release, part of the terms of the Good Friday Agreement, has been heavily criticised by some for allowing killers to walk free.