Northern Ireland protocol: Rishi Sunak outlines ‘three big steps forward’ as he hails ‘decisive’ breakthrough

Rishi Sunak hailed a “decisive breakthrough” on Monday (27 February) as he announced new Windsor Framework agreed with the European Union to overcome trade barriers in Northern Ireland following Brexit.

“I believe we have found ways to end the uncertainty and challenge for the people of Northern Ireland,” the prime minister said, before laying out “three big steps forward”.

Mr Sunak added that the agreement “delivers smooth-flowing trade within the whole of the United Kingdom” and “protects Northern Ireland’s place in our union”.

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