Arlene Foster Press Conference on Northern Ireland government

The transcript discusses plans to have an assembly up and running by the new year, addressing issues related to state-friendly assembly elections. It responds to Archbishop Martin's comments on 50/50 recruitment, emphasizing the need for the police service to reflect the community. The discussion highlights the importance of encouraging young Roman Catholics to join the police service and the need to address violence against them. The transcript also covers the scheduled assembly election for 2022, public desire to restore Stormont, and the responsibility of politicians to act after three years of inaction.

What is the main goal discussed in the first section regarding the Northern Ireland Assembly?

• To relocate the assembly to a new location

• To dissolve the assembly permanently

• To have the assembly operational by the new year

• To delay the assembly until further notice

What issue does Archbishop Martin's comments highlight in the second section?

• The need for more Roman Catholics in the police service

• The need for more funding for the police service

• The need for better training for police officers

• The need for a new police headquarters

What is one of the challenges mentioned in encouraging Roman Catholics to join the police service?

• Lack of interest in policing careers

• Threat of violence against Roman Catholic officers

• Insufficient salaries for police officers

• Limited career advancement opportunities

What responsibility do politicians in Northern Ireland have according to the third section?

• To reduce public spending

• To take responsibility for the lack of government

• To expand the assembly building

• To increase taxes

What is the proposed solution for resolving issues in the Northern Ireland Assembly?

• A public referendum

• A permanent suspension of the assembly

• A time-limited talks process

• An indefinite negotiation period