Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill urges dialogue to resolve protocol issues

David Frost addresses the committee at Stormont, emphasizing the need for stability and certainty in business operations. He highlights the importance of dialogue in resolving issues related to the protocol. The discussion also covers the impact of Brexit on trade, stressing the need for free trade opportunities for local industries. The protocol offers some protection, exemplified by Dale Farm. The business community seeks firm implementation of the protocol, advocating for collective resolution of issues by the EU and British Government, rather than unilateral actions.

What does David Frost emphasize as crucial for businesses?

• Increased taxes

• Stability and certainty

• More regulations

• Unilateral decisions

What is the speaker's stance on trade disruption?

• Trade should be controlled by the government

• Trade should be limited to certain regions

• Trade should be free and uninterrupted

• Trade should be disrupted to protect local markets

How does Brexit affect trade according to the speaker?

• It has no impact on trade

• It creates barriers to trade

• It removes all barriers to trade

• It simplifies trade processes

What is the role of the protocol in trade?

• It complicates trade agreements

• It offers protection against trade barriers

• It eliminates the need for dialogue

• It increases trade tariffs

What approach is suggested for resolving issues related to the protocol?

• Immediate implementation without discussion

• Ignoring the issues

• Collective resolution with the EU

• Unilateral action by the British Government