Interview with Edwin Poots

The transcript discusses the challenges faced in implementing a protocol through the devolved government. It highlights the initial support and consultation with members, the issues that arose during a meeting, and the regret over the fallout from nominating a first minister. The speaker reflects on the political strategy and the importance of achieving success on the protocol to impact Northern Ireland's constitutional status within the UK.

What was the initial sentiment before the meeting discussed in the first section?

• There was considerable support for moving ahead.

• The decision was already finalized.

• There was no support for the decision.

• The meeting was expected to fail.

What was the main regret mentioned in the second section regarding Paul Given?

• The success of the protocol.

• The fallout from the nomination.

• Not consulting enough members.

• Nominating him as First Minister.

What was the strategic reason for nominating Paul Given as First Minister?

• To avoid any fallout.

• To change the constitutional status.

• To ensure maximum leverage.

• To withdraw from the United Kingdom.

What potential impact of the protocol is discussed in the third section?

• It would have no impact on Northern Ireland.

• It would change Northern Ireland's constitutional status.

• It would strengthen the United Kingdom's position.

• It would lead to immediate success.

What was the readiness expressed regarding Paul Given's position?

• To keep him indefinitely.

• To ignore any legal considerations.

• To promote him further.

• To withdraw him if necessary.