Statement by TUV leader Jim Allister:-
“Of course the surge in TUV support, suggested in the latest poll, is very gratifying, but now is the time to stay focussed on the Unionist fight back in hand.
“The poll confirms many voters are ahead of some parties in recognising the real dangers of Protocol, with DUP’s continuing implementation of the protocol through DAERA rightly costing it votes.
“It is only when Unionism shows unalterable opposition to the iniquitous Protocol, which as an elementary step requires an end to implementation, will those who imposed this Union-dismantling instrument be forced to act. Otherwise mere tinkering will remain all that is on offer.
“Saving the Union through defeat of the Protocol is the imperative and needs to become the top priority of every Unionist MP, MLA, Councillor, activist and voter. Nothing is more important. There can be no sacred cows in this battle!”