Leo Varadkar discusses Stormont negotiations

The transcript discusses the challenges and efforts involved in establishing joint authority in Northern Ireland. It highlights the lack of provision for joint authority in the current agreement and the unlikelihood of returning to direct rule. The focus is on collaboration between the British and Irish governments and the five main parties in Northern Ireland to establish functioning institutions by September. The importance of ensuring the success of the executive and assembly is emphasized, with speculation on alternative plans deemed counterproductive.

What is the stance on joint authority for Northern Ireland as per the Good Friday Agreement?

• It is explicitly supported.

• There is no provision for it.

• It is a temporary measure.

• It is strongly opposed.

Which parties are involved in the efforts to re-establish Northern Ireland's political institutions?

• The European Union

• The Irish and British governments with five main parties

• Only the Irish government

• Only the British government

By when do the governments hope to have Northern Ireland's institutions up and running?

• By the end of the month

• By December

• By next year

• By September

What is considered crucial for the people of Northern Ireland?

• Implementing joint authority

• Speculating about Plan B

• Establishing a successful executive

• Returning to direct rule

Why is speculating about alternative plans discouraged?

• It is too early to speculate.

• It is not allowed by law.

• It is already decided.

• It is seen as counterproductive.