Brandon Lewis: 'Substantive gaps' remain between EU and UK over NI Protocol

The transcript discusses the ongoing negotiations related to the Norlund protocol and Article 16. It highlights the desire for a negotiated solution with the EU, the challenges faced, and the importance of avoiding the triggering of Article 16. The discussion covers key issues such as trade and customs between GB and Northern Ireland, and the need for flexibility in protocol implementation. The focus is on finding common ground and understanding each other's positions to avoid negative outcomes.

What is the main goal of the discussions around Article 16 according to the first section?

• To find a negotiated solution with the EU

• To increase trade barriers

• To immediately trigger Article 16

• To end all negotiations with the EU

What are some of the key issues mentioned in the second section that need resolution?

• Increasing tariffs on EU goods

• Eliminating all trade with the EU

• Access to medicines and reducing customs burden

• Expanding the protocol to other regions

According to the second section, what has been achieved in the negotiations so far?

• An increase in trade barriers

• A deeper understanding of each other's positions

• A complete resolution of all issues

• A decision to trigger Article 16

What is the potential consequence of triggering Article 16 as discussed in the final section?

• It will have no impact

• It will signal negotiation success

• It will lead to a positive outcome

• It will move into a negative space

What is emphasized as important in the final section to avoid negative outcomes?

• Triggering Article 16 immediately

• Ending all discussions with the EU

• Continuing negotiations and being flexible

• Increasing trade barriers