Hilary Benn says Stormont Brake process has 'worked'

The transcript discusses the legal tests required to implement the Stormont break, which aims to prevent regulatory barriers between Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Despite not meeting the high bar for significant impact, the government has committed to addressing concerns raised by MLAs. The discussion also touches on potential institutional tensions and the importance of government stability in Northern Ireland. The speaker clarifies that the process was followed correctly, emphasizing that the Stormont break is not a Westminster break.

What is one of the legal tests required to implement the Stormont break?

• A significant impact on the everyday life of communities

• Approval from the Speaker of the Assembly

• A public referendum

• A unanimous vote from the MLAs

Why did the government decide not to pull the Stormont break?

• The Speaker of the Assembly opposed it

• The public voted against it

• The DUP withdrew their application

• The test of significant impact was not met

What commitment did the government make regarding regulatory barriers?

• To ensure there are no regulatory barriers between Northern Ireland and Great Britain

• To increase regulatory barriers for better control

• To consult with the European Union on regulations

• To hold a public consultation on the issue

What is the government's stance on the allegation that the Stormont break is a Westminster break?

• They are neutral on the matter

• They reject the characterization

• They plan to investigate the claim

• They agree with the allegation

How does the government view the process of addressing concerns about the Stormont break?

• As a successful process that worked

• As a process needing reform

• As a temporary solution

• As a failure due to unmet tests