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 progress is being made in the talks mentioned?

What limitations are mentioned regarding the questions that can be asked?

How does the speaker feel about the current state of the talks?

What are the reasons for Northern Ireland diverging from the rest of Great Britain?

What is the speaker's main focus regarding the executive?