Boris Johnson visit to a Thales site

The transcript discusses the collapse of the Northern Ireland Assembly and the economic challenges faced by firms due to the current protocol. The Prime Minister emphasizes the need to get the Northern Ireland government operational and addresses the dissatisfaction with the protocol among various parties. Despite agreeing to the protocol to protect the Good Friday Agreement, the Prime Minister acknowledges the issues it has caused, including trade barriers and increased costs. He remains optimistic about finding solutions and highlights the consensus among parties on the need for protocol improvements.

What is the Prime Minister's hope regarding the EU's understanding of the situation?

What do the parties from Sinn Fein to the DUP agree on regarding the protocol?