Stormont politicians must salvage what they can following DUP-led chaos, says Michelle O'Neill

Stormont politicians must salvage what they can following DUP-led chaos, says Michelle O'Neill

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The video discusses the importance of passing significant legislation, such as the organ donation bill and access safe zones for abortion services. It highlights the need to fast-track these processes and the challenges faced due to political actions, particularly by the DUP. The speaker emphasizes the inability to agree on a three-year budget for health services and the potential for an early election if government partners walk away. The focus remains on working with willing parties to achieve legislative goals.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key pieces of legislation mentioned that needs to be fast-tracked?

Taxation Policy Amendment

Education Reform Bill

Organ Donation Bill

Climate Change Act

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was proposed to help fast-track legislation?

Increasing the number of speakers

Reducing public consultations

Suspending nonessential business

Extending legislative sessions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the challenges mentioned in agreeing on a budget?

Opposition from international bodies

Lack of public support

Inability to invest in health services

Insufficient legislative proposals

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of the current political situation?

A decrease in public services

Increased foreign investment

An early election

A new coalition government

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's priority in the current political climate?

To delay legislative processes

To reduce government spending

To fast-track legislation

To increase taxes