Jeffrey Donaldson speaking to the press

The transcript discusses the anticipation of government proposals to address issues related to the Irish Sea border, which affects the economy and political stability in Northern Ireland. The speaker outlines seven tests to judge government actions and expresses a desire to see concrete proposals. Reactions from Sinn Fein and the NDP highlight tensions, with criticism of past actions and a call for consensus to enable power sharing.

What is the main focus of the Prime Minister's discussion in the first section?

• The history of the Northern Ireland Protocol

• The role of the NDP in Northern Ireland

• Potential solutions to the Northern Ireland Protocol issues

• The economic impact of the protocol

What are the seven tests mentioned in the first section used for?

• To evaluate the economic impact of the protocol

• To judge the outcomes of government proposals

• To assess the political stability in Northern Ireland

• To measure public opinion on the protocol

How did Sinn Fein react to the meeting about the protocol?

• They remained neutral on the issue

• They supported the government's proposals

• They were pleased with the outcomes

• They accused the NDP of holding Northern Irish people to ransom

What is the speaker's stance on the need for consensus in Northern Ireland?

• Consensus should be avoided to prevent conflict

• Consensus is crucial for rebuilding political stability

• Consensus is only needed for economic issues

• Consensus is unnecessary for power sharing

What impact does the Irish Sea border have according to the speaker?

• It improves relationships with the United Kingdom

• It undermines political institutions and creates instability

• It strengthens the economy

• It has no significant impact