Mary Lou McDonald speaks on Brexit medicines disruption

The transcript discusses the importance of ensuring access to medicines in Northern Ireland, highlighting the need for cooperation between the EU and the British Government. It outlines potential solutions and timelines, emphasizing the EU's readiness to legislate to prevent any shortages. Political leaders, including Escovitch and Morris, are involved in discussions to address these issues.

What is the main goal discussed in the first section regarding medicine access?

• To delay the solution until next year

• To restrict medicine access to certain regions

• To increase the price of medicines

• To ensure medicines are available by the end of the year

What is the stance of the Europeans on legislating for medicine access?

• They are ready to legislate

• They have already legislated

• They are against any legislation

• They are hesitant to legislate

What assurance is provided for people in Northern Ireland regarding medicine access?

• They will have to wait for medicines

• Access will be limited to certain medicines

• There will be no question mark on medicine availability

• Medicines will be available only in emergencies

Who was involved in the discussions about medicine access issues?

• Only the British Government

• Escovitch and various political leaders

• Only the EU institutions

• Local pharmacists

What did Morris address in his speech regarding medicine access?

• The need to increase medicine prices

• The importance of legislative measures

• The delay in medicine distribution

• The reduction of medicine supply