Today  the DUP leader Arelene Foster has said the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson rejected the idea of a Northern Ireland-only backstop during a meeting this evening at Downing Street.

Arlene Foster and parliamentary leader Nigel Dodds both met with Mr Johnson and afterwards, Ms Foster released a statement saying Mr Johnson had again rejected the idea of a special economic zone for Northern Ireland.

 Newton Emmerson Political Commentator joined Ivan on this evenings show to discuss his opinions on the backstop.