AN EMOTIONAL STEVE Baker has spoken about “a major mental health crisis” he experienced as a result of “leading rebellions” against Brexit negotiations.
Baker, however, has spoken about the regrets he has about some of the positions he adopted in the past.Watch the whole interview with NI Minister Steve Baker as he urges his colleagues to back the Brexit deal, tells of his regrets at being called ‘Brexit Hardman’ and why it’s time for the country to move on.#Newsnight pic.twitter.
“Seven years of this cost me my mental health, the beard, the jewellery, this is about my recovery,” Baker said, pointing at his appearance. He asked people to “read the text” of the deal, saying that it provides “an incredible opportunity for the people of Northern Ireland”.