DUP leader: Northern Ireland cannot accept laws over which it has no say

The transcript discusses the reopening of protocol negotiations between the UK and the EU, focusing on the need for rigorous implementation and potential changes. It highlights the importance of governance arrangements to prevent future divergences and ensure Northern Ireland's position within the UK internal market. The speaker emphasizes the need for independent adjudication processes and outlines tests to evaluate negotiation outcomes.

What was the initial stance on the protocol as discussed in the first section?

• The protocol was irrelevant.

• There could be no negotiation on the protocol.

• The protocol was already perfect.

• The protocol could be reopened for negotiation.

What is the UK Government's approach to the EU's proposals according to the second section?

• To ignore the proposals completely.

• To engage in lengthy negotiations.

• To consider the proposals carefully and engage in short-term negotiations.

• To accept the proposals without any conditions.

Why is governance arrangement important as per the second section?

• To increase the power of the EU over the UK.

• To eliminate the need for any negotiations.

• To make Northern Ireland independent.

• To ensure future divergences between the UK and EU are managed.

What is a key concern regarding Northern Ireland's governance mentioned in the third section?

• Northern Ireland should be independent.

• Northern Ireland should have no laws.

• Northern Ireland should be governed by the EU.

• Northern Ireland should have more control over its laws.

What is the issue with Sinn Fein's representation as discussed in the third section?

• Sinn Fein represents both Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic.

• Sinn Fein does not represent Northern Ireland in the EU.

• Sinn Fein has no representation in the EU.

• Sinn Fein represents Northern Ireland in the EU.