Is a DUP deal with the Tories in trouble?
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The state opening of Parliament takes place this morning - but the minority Conservative government still hasn't managed to strike a deal with the DUP. Talks are continuing at Downing Street to secure an agreement that will see the DUP supporting the Tories in crucial votes in Parliament. DUP sources have expressed concern that the party's being "taken for granted" in the discussions. And Damien Green, Theresa May's deputy, told BBC Radio Five Live this morning that it's possible the Conservatives will not be able to reach a deal with the party. Stephen got the views of former DUP MLA and commentator Nelson McCausland, BBC Northern Ireland's political editor Mark Devenport, commentator Malachi O'Doherty, Green Party Leader Steven Agnew, Alliance Party's Stewart Dickson and SDLP's Claire Hanna