EU leaders reflect on revised Brexit deal

The transcript discusses the UK's decision to leave the EU, expressing regret but respect for the decision. It introduces a revised agreement with a new protocol for Northern Ireland, replacing the backstop. The agreement provides legal certainty and protects citizen rights, ensuring peace and stability. It highlights the need for customs checks at Northern Ireland's entry points to maintain market integrity, avoiding border checks between Ireland and Northern Ireland. The European Council aims for the agreement to be effective by November 1, 2019, pending parliamentary votes.

What is the speaker's attitude towards the UK's decision to leave the EU?

• They are indifferent to the decision.

• They regret the decision but respect it.

• They are happy about the decision.

• They are angry about the decision.

What is the main purpose of the new protocol for Ireland and Northern Ireland?

• To create a permanent border between Ireland and Northern Ireland.

• To replace the backstop with a unique solution.

• To eliminate all customs checks in the UK.

• To ensure the UK remains in the EU.

How does the revised agreement protect citizens?

• By creating new laws for Northern Ireland only.

• By restricting movement between the UK and EU.

• By increasing taxes on EU citizens.

• By providing legal certainty and protecting rights.

What is the key change in the new deal compared to the earlier version?

• The establishment of a new trade agreement with the US.

• The introduction of a new currency for Northern Ireland.

• Prime Minister Johnson's acceptance of customs checks at Northern Ireland's entry points.

• The removal of all customs checks.

What is the European Council's role in the agreement's implementation?

• To delay the agreement until next year.

• To ensure the agreement enters into force by November 1, 2019.

• To negotiate a new agreement with the US.

• To dissolve the agreement entirely.