THE Prime Minister is now starting the most defining moment of her career as our leader in the upcoming difficult negotiations with Europe.

She is also facing with the distinct possibility of another Scottish referendum.

However, on the horizon could be a situation equally as awkward in the shape of the future of Ireland.

The latest General Election showed a closing in the gap between the two main parties and the current impasse in Stormont must be a cause of concern.

If another General Election takes place as a result, then there is a fair chance that a call for a referendum on the unification of Ireland could take place. This is not scenario that our Prime Minister needs at this time.

D Wearmouth, Shildon