NI Secretary hopeful of progress in talks with DUP over powersharing impasse

The speaker discusses ongoing progress in talks with the DPDUP, emphasizing the need for a conclusion. They highlight the divergence of Northern Ireland from the rest of Great Britain, not due to the Windsor framework but due to issues in healthcare and education. The speaker expresses a desire to establish an executive and considers alternatives while focusing on resolving the current situation.

What is the main reason the speaker cannot conclude the talks quickly?

• There are too many questions left unanswered.

• The talks are not entirely in their control.

• The speaker is not committed to the talks.

• The DUP is not interested in progress.

According to the speaker, what is necessary for the talks to conclude?

• Both sides must feel successful.

• All questions must be answered.

• The DUP must agree to all terms.

• The speaker must finalize the details.

What does the speaker hope to achieve as soon as possible?

• A new healthcare system.

• A new educational framework.

• The executive up and running.

• An end to the talks.

What is causing Northern Ireland to diverge from the rest of Great Britain?

• Healthcare improvements.

• New educational policies.

• The Windsor framework.

• The lack of an executive.

What is the speaker's main focus according to the last section?

• Answering all questions.

• Improving healthcare.

• Getting the executive running.

• Developing a Plan B.