Irish language advocacy organisation Conradh na Gaeilge has voted to amend its constitution to include working towards a united Ireland. The vote took place during its Ard-Fheis in Belfast over the weekend.

Other motions passed at the event mandated immediate action on the Gaeltacht housing crisis and reforms to the role of Irish in education systems across the island.

Belfast resident Ciarán Mac Giolla Bhéin was elected as the new president. In his address, he described the constitutional change as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' for the Irish language and Gaeltacht areas.

Mac Giolla Bhéin stated that the organisation would now work towards a united Ireland for the benefit of the Irish language and Gaeltacht, aiming for stronger normalisation of Irish based on equality, mutual respect, and language rights.

The motions also require urgent action on Gaeltacht housing, Irish-medium education, and protection of communities, culture, and environment.

General Secretary Julian de Spáinn said planning for the Irish language must occur on an all-island basis. He indicated the organisation would press both governments on Gaeltacht housing, sustainable funding for Irish-speaking communities, educational reforms, and language policies north and south.