Northern Ireland Conservatives give verdict on Tory leadership hustings

The transcript features discussions with Martin Craigs and Matthew Robinson about the political landscape in Northern Ireland, focusing on the candidates Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak. Craigs criticizes the candidates' weak positions on Northern Ireland, while Robinson expresses support for Truss, highlighting her commitment to the region. The conversation also touches on the economic benefits of the protocol and the ideological challenges faced. The purpose of hustings and the importance of member opinions in the decision-making process are also discussed.

What did the speaker say about the purpose of the hustings?

What was the speaker's view on the local party's decision-making process regarding candidate support?