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Stormont

Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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Map of the British Isles highlighting the location of Stormont in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. The map shows surrounding countries including Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Norway, with major bodies of water such as the Atlantic Ocean, North Sea, and English Channel labeled. An inset globe at the top left indicates the region's position in Europe.
Stormont, Northern Ireland

Stormont, eastern suburb of Belfast, seat of the government of Northern Ireland. Located on an estate of 300 acres (120 hectares), it includes the Parliament Buildings and Stormont House, which once served as the official residence of the prime minister of Northern Ireland. The Parliament Buildings (1928–32) was built in the Greek classical style and has four main floors. Since 1998 it has been home to the Northern Ireland Assembly.

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