Do the Irish get along with the Scottish?

They do like each other, but not always. The immigrations from Ireland to Scotland have been problematic for both sides since the Scots were Protestant and the Irishmen mainly Catholic. The main connection is the anti-Union stance.

Are the Irish and Scottish rivals?

Both unite over a fierce rivalry with England (particularly in sporting matters) but they can be equally fierce rivals against each other when it comes to the bit. I would say that there is a strong relationship between Northern Irish (predominantly unionists) and Scottish.

Do the Irish and the Scots take life too seriously?

At the risk of generalizing, you’ll find that neither the Irish nor the Scots take life too seriously. They share a dry and occasionally black sense of humour. “Aye right” (Scottish) and “Yeah sure” (Irish) meant the same thing, which is the opposite of what they appear to mean.

Do Irish Catholics in Northern Ireland get along with Scottish Unionists?

It depends, because most unionists in NI are of Scottish descendant so they have a connection to Scotland, and alot of Irish Catholics moved to Scotland particularly Glasgow, so there is a connection there. Generally though they don’t get along outside their religious ethno cultural groupings.

What is the connection between Scotland and Ireland?

In the early Middle Ages, the Irish Saint Columba set up a monastery on the Scottish island of Iona, and the Dál Riata Kingdom included both Western Scotland and Northeast Ireland. Somewhat later, Scottish mercenary warriors known as Gallowglasses were employed by Irish chieftains and feared by anyone who came across them.

Why are the Irish so friendly to each other?

It becomes a bit like a competitive sport, with much fun to be had. The Irish are friendly because deep down they are a stoical people who just want a quiet life and for everyone to get along. The Scots aren’t that friendly. Decent, perhaps; law-abiding, sure. Angered by perceived injustice, definitely.