Roy Garland argues that although Trimble’s position within the Council, his true position on the ground amongst party activists is possibly as strong as 70%. On this basis he argues that the current battle is between exclusive and inclusive Unionism:
The Union today can only be defended effectively from pluralist platforms. We are not living in the 19th century and there is little in common between the narrow tribal rivalry that underlies present dissension, and a Union based on pluralism and inclusion. It is this issue that is being fought out within the UUP.
Mick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty
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