NI Protocol: UK could be forced into triggering Article 16 says Arlene Foster

May 20, 2021

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In the news today:

* The new DUP leader designate, Edwin Poots, has conceded that that the Northern Ireland Protocol remaining in situ until December 2024 is a "possibility".
In an in-depth interview with BBC Radio Ulster broadcaster, Stephen Nolan, Mr. Poots said the Northern Ireland Protocol is "so damaging for all of Northern Ireland".

* Outgoing First Minister, Arlene Foster, believes it "may well be the case" that Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, will have to trigger Article 16 of the Northern Ireland Protocol because of its impact upon trade.
Mrs. Foster made the comments to journalists as she arrived at 10 Downing Street to meet with the prime minister.

In lighter news:

* Tim McGarry: It is official – the DUP now says No Surrender to science.
I spent most of last week interrogating and vetting all my so-called friends.

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	New DUP leader designate Edwin Poots concedes NI protocol could remain in place until December 2024

	The new DUP leader designate, Edwin Poots, has conceded that that the Northern Ireland Protocol remaining in situ until December 2024 is a "possibility".


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