UK's Sunak Sees Some Role for EU Law in N. Ireland

The transcript discusses the role of EU law in Northern Ireland, emphasizing the need to balance EU market access with sovereignty concerns. It highlights an agreement that reduces EU law's application to less than 3% and introduces a consent vote for Northern Ireland. The Stormont break is introduced, allowing Northern Ireland to block new EU laws if they significantly impact daily life, with a veto mechanism involving the UK Government. This mechanism strengthens the Good Friday Agreement by ensuring both communities in Northern Ireland have a say in new EU laws.

In what way does the agreement address the challenge to sovereignty made by the Protocol?

What are the conditions under which the UK Government can veto new EU laws?