There's the election thread, but I think this is big enough to deserve its own.
Conservatives agree pact with DUP to support May government.
Quick FAQ for people:
What does confidence and supply mean?
This means that the DUP will support the government on votes of no confidence and on budgetary matters, but will otherwise decide on a case-by-case basis.
Who are the DUP?
Think of them as the Northern Irish Tea Party. Anti-gay rights, anti-abortion, anti-science, and with close ties to Unionist militias who committed acts of terror during the Troubles.
Conservatives agree pact with DUP to support May government.
Quick FAQ for people:
What does confidence and supply mean?
This means that the DUP will support the government on votes of no confidence and on budgetary matters, but will otherwise decide on a case-by-case basis.
Who are the DUP?
Think of them as the Northern Irish Tea Party. Anti-gay rights, anti-abortion, anti-science, and with close ties to Unionist militias who committed acts of terror during the Troubles.