Boris Johnson interviewed at Conservative Party conference

The transcript discusses the challenges of Brexit, focusing on proposals for border checks away from the border. Simon Coveny has rejected some ideas, and the discussion explores the complexities of maintaining Northern Ireland within the UK Customs Union while avoiding a hard border. The conversation highlights the need for policy changes and the difficulties in achieving a workable solution. The dialogue also touches on the implications of these changes for the all-Ireland economy and the broader Brexit negotiations.

What proposals have been put forward regarding checks away from the border?

What did Simon Coveny say about the proposals mentioned?

What is the significance of Northern Ireland in the context of the UK Customs Union?

What was agreed upon regarding the border situation in 2017?

What does the speaker imply about the feasibility of making both proposals work simultaneously?