Sinn Fein ‘were not excluded’ from meeting with Foreign Secretary

The speaker discusses a meeting with Northern Ireland representatives, noting the absence of Michelle O'Neill and her deputy. They express concern over the British government's exclusion of the Sinn Fein leader from a leaders meeting, calling it unprecedented and unacceptable. The speaker emphasizes the importance of all parties being present for negotiations and hopes for better inclusion in future meetings.

What was the primary purpose of the speaker's meeting in Northern Ireland?

• To meet with elected representatives

• To sign a trade agreement

• To discuss economic policies

• To visit tourist attractions

How did the speaker describe the British government's decision to exclude the Sinn Fein leader?

• As a common practice

• As a strategic move

• As a necessary action

• As bizarre and unacceptable

What was the speaker's understanding regarding the exclusion of any party by the Northern Ireland Office?

• They excluded all parties

• They excluded only Sinn Fein

• They excluded the Irish government

• They did not exclude any party

What issue was mentioned concerning Mary Lou MacDonald's meeting?

• A protocol issue

• A security concern

• A scheduling conflict

• A financial disagreement

What does the speaker hope for future meetings?

• To focus on economic issues

• To have all parties present

• To shorten the meeting duration

• To exclude more parties