U.K. Needs a New Prime Minister, Conservative Parliament Member Jenkin Says

The transcript discusses the political turmoil within the UK Conservative Party, focusing on the leadership challenges faced by Prime Minister Theresa May. It highlights the no-confidence vote and the critical role of the DUP in the Brexit deal. The discussion also covers the contentious backstop issue concerning Northern Ireland and potential future political scenarios, including a possible no-confidence vote in the government.

What was the main reason for the internal conflict within the Conservative Party?

• Environmental concerns

• Lack of confidence in the Prime Minister

• Disagreement over economic policies

• Foreign policy disputes

Why is the DUP's support crucial for the Prime Minister's deal?

• The DUP controls the Conservative Party

• The DUP's support is needed to pass the deal

• The DUP holds a majority in the House of Commons

• The DUP can influence EU negotiations

What percentage of the public voted to leave the EU?

• 55%

• 48%

• 52%

• 60%

What is the significance of the 52% in the context of Brexit?

• It indicates the percentage of the public that voted to remain

• It represents the percentage of MPs supporting Brexit

• It is the percentage of EU countries supporting Brexit

• It shows the percentage of the public that voted to leave

What is the main issue with the backstop according to the DUP?

• It treats Northern Ireland differently from the rest of the UK

• It imposes high tariffs on UK goods

• It limits trade with non-EU countries

• It requires the UK to remain in the EU

What could happen if the DUP does not support the government?

• The government will gain more power

• A vote of no confidence may be carried

• The Prime Minister will resign immediately

• The EU will impose sanctions

What is the potential consequence of a no-confidence vote being carried?

• The EU would renegotiate the deal

• The government would gain more authority

• The Prime Minister could not continue in office

• The DUP would gain more influence