Interview with Edwin Poots

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by a political party in aligning its members and policies, particularly concerning the Northern Ireland Protocol. It highlights the importance of party unity and the potential for significant developments in July. The speaker reflects on historical events from 1985, emphasizing the need for political solutions rather than divisive actions.

What was the main concern when leaving the meeting to nominate?

• Public opinion

• Media coverage

• Financial issues

• Lack of party support

What is identified as the number one issue for the Democratic Unionist Party?

• Economic growth

• Northern Ireland Protocol

• Healthcare reform

• Education policy

What significant event is expected to occur in early July regarding the protocol?

• A public protest

• A major policy announcement

• A new election

• A significant development on the protocol

What historical event does the speaker reference to emphasize the lack of support for certain agreements?

• The Brexit referendum

• The Good Friday Agreement

• The 1985 protests

• The 1998 peace talks

What approach does the speaker advocate for dealing with the protocol issue?

• Organizing more protests

• Making politics work

• Pulling down Stormont

• Ignoring the issue