UK ‘has prime responsibility for protecting Good Friday Agreement’, says Ireland’s deputy leader

The transcript discusses the ongoing Brexit negotiations, focusing on the responsibilities of the EU and the British Government, particularly in relation to the Good Friday Agreement and the backstop. It highlights the political divisions within Westminster and the EU's efforts to address concerns about the backstop. The upcoming debate in Northern Ireland is mentioned, along with criticism of the Prime Minister's handling of the situation. The EU's stance on the withdrawal agreement and Article 50 is also covered.

What are the two main responsibilities of the EU Commission mentioned in the first section?

• Respecting the Irish situation and protecting the EU single market

• Negotiating trade deals and managing EU finances

• Overseeing EU elections and enforcing EU laws

• Expanding the EU and managing immigration

Who is expected to participate in the substantial debate on Northern Ireland?

• Only British Government officials

• Representatives from various Northern Ireland parties

• EU Commission members

• Members of the European Parliament

What is the main focus of the Prime Minister's efforts according to the second section?

• To negotiate a new trade deal

• To hold a second referendum

• To build a majority for the withdrawal agreement

• To extend Article 50 indefinitely

What does the Withdrawal Agreement require the EU to do regarding the backstop?

• Ignore the backstop entirely

• Put in place timelines and processes for alternative arrangements

• Make the backstop permanent

• Remove the backstop from the agreement

What was the European Council's focus during the week mentioned in the third section?

• Expanding the EU membership

• Changing the withdrawal agreement

• Focusing on timelines and Article 50

• Discussing new trade deals