Sir Jeffrey Donaldson set for 'crunch meeting' with Liz Truss

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson set for 'crunch meeting' with Liz Truss

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The video discusses the 2020 New Decade, New Approach agreement, focusing on the UK's commitment to protect Northern Ireland's place in the UK internal market. It highlights the economic impact of the protocol, costing Northern Ireland businesses £2.5 million daily, and the increased costs of goods. The speaker emphasizes the need for urgent action and negotiations between the UK and EU, expressing frustration over the lack of progress and the potential consequences for political stability.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key commitments made by the UK Government in the New Decade, New Approach agreement?

To increase funding for Northern Ireland's infrastructure

To establish a new trade agreement with the EU

To protect Northern Ireland's place within the UK internal market

To reduce taxes in Northern Ireland

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much is the protocol costing businesses in Northern Ireland daily?

£1 million

£5 million

£10 million

£2.5 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage increase in the cost of transporting goods from Great Britain to Northern Ireland was reported?

30%

27%

20%

15%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the speaker pause to allow for negotiations between the EU and the UK Government?

Introducing new legislation

Holding a referendum

Imposing new tariffs

Triggering Article 16

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance if the UK Government fails to act on the protocol issue?

They will increase trade with the EU

They will seek international intervention

They will call for new elections

They will take unilateral action