Stormont’s 'toxic' veto powers no longer acceptable, Alliance

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by the Stormont institutions due to vetoes and inefficiencies, emphasizing the need for reform to prevent future crises. The speaker outlines a vision for change, highlighting the Alliance Party's commitment to reform and the potential impact of having more MPs. They address the challenges of implementing reforms within the executive and stress the importance of engaging with the UK and Irish governments to ensure political stability and confidence in Northern Ireland's institutions.

What is the main reason the speaker gives for needing reform in the Stormont institutions?

• To reduce government spending.

• To improve international relations.

• To increase the number of MPs in Westminster.

• To ensure no single party can collapse the Executive and Assembly.

How does the speaker justify their party's participation in the current executive despite calling for reform?

• They want to maintain the status quo.

• They participate in good faith and advocate for change even when not in crisis.

• They are waiting for the next election to make changes.

• They believe the institutions are functioning perfectly.

What does the speaker identify as a pattern in the Assembly over the past 25 years?

• Increasing voter turnout.

• Stable political leadership.

• Consistent economic growth.

• A cycle of crisis and collapse.

What is the speaker's strongest argument for convincing the Labour government to implement changes?

• The changes will improve international trade.

• The changes will reduce taxes.

• The changes are needed to prevent future crises.

• The changes will increase their popularity.

What does the speaker hope to achieve by engaging with the Irish and UK governments?

• To ensure confidence in Northern Ireland's political institutions.

• To promote tourism in Northern Ireland.

• To establish a new political party.

• To increase funding for Northern Ireland.