I wish the English (and others following their lead) would stop using the phrase "British Isles" to include Ireland. Many Irish people find it highly offensive; at best it is simply inaccurate.
"In Ireland, the term "British Isles" is controversial, and there are objections to its usage. The Government of Ireland does not officially recognize the term, and its embassy in London discourages its use. Britain and Ireland is used as an alternative description" [1]
Ireland has not been a British Isle in more than a hundred years when 84% of the island re-gained its independence.
"In Ireland, the term "British Isles" is controversial, and there are objections to its usage. The Government of Ireland does not officially recognize the term, and its embassy in London discourages its use. Britain and Ireland is used as an alternative description" [1]
Ireland has not been a British Isle in more than a hundred years when 84% of the island re-gained its independence.
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Isles