Lewis: Substantive gaps between EU and UK on Northern Ireland Protocol

The transcript discusses the status and negotiations surrounding Article 16, emphasizing the desire for a negotiated solution with the EU. It highlights ongoing technical conversations and meetings, the positions of involved parties, and the challenges in resolving issues related to the protocol. The importance of understanding each other's positions and the potential use of Article 16 if necessary is noted. The transcript concludes with a focus on future steps, flexibility, and the avoidance of triggering Article 16.

How does the speaker view the importance of flexibility in the implementation of the protocol?

What potential consequences are mentioned regarding the triggering of Article 16 from an EU perspective?