Sinn Fein deputy leader: 'Prepare for a united Ireland'

Synopsis

Michelle O'Neill states that she would never accept a trade border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, questioning why unionists should accept one in the Irish Sea between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK. She emphasizes that Brexit is incompatible with the Good Friday Agreement, which has led to current disruptions. O'Neill highlights that the protocol was designed to protect the peace agreement and prevent a hard border on the island of Ireland, ensuring the continuity of trade. Despite this, she acknowledges that the protocol has contributed to political instability, including the resignation of the first minister. O'Neill criticizes the British government, particularly Boris Johnson, for neglecting the needs of the people in Northern Ireland and for jeopardizing the protocol, which was negotiated as part of an international treaty.