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Head Of Government First minister: Michelle O’Neill
Capital Belfast
Population (2011) 1,810,863
Official Language English
National Religion none
Total Area (Sq Km) 13,562
Total Area (Sq Mi) 5,236
Monetary Unit pound sterling (£)
Legislature Northern Ireland Assembly (108)

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