Facts 

Michelle O’Neill, Sinn Fein Deputy Leader, said on 13 June 2022: “The reality is here that the protocol is working… 80% of businesses would say the protocol is working.”

Verdict

Brandon Lewis talking rubbish. His remark falls into an unfortunate pattern of senior Conservative politicians ignoring or insulting elected leaders of nationalist parties.

We emailed Brandon Lewis’ office offering him the chance to respond. The email was received, but no reply.