Starmer says Government ‘bobbing all over the place’ in face of Covid-19 crisis

The transcript discusses the government's repeated U-turns during the pandemic, initially seen as acceptable corrections but later criticized as signs of serial incompetence. It highlights how many issues were flagged in advance, yet ignored, leading to repeated mistakes. The Prime Minister's denial and failure to address problems are emphasized, showcasing a pattern of behavior that is increasingly recognized as problematic.

What does the speaker suggest about a few government U-turns during a pandemic?

• They are to be expected.

• They show complete incompetence.

• They are a sign of strength.

• They indicate a lack of planning.

According to the speaker, what is the main issue with the government's repeated U-turns?

• They are never acknowledged by the public.

• They are often on issues flagged in advance.

• They are always justified.

• They are a sign of strong leadership.

How does the speaker describe the Prime Minister's response to flagged problems?

• He pretends they don't exist.

• He takes proactive measures.

• He consults experts for solutions.

• He addresses them immediately.

What pattern of behavior does the speaker attribute to the Prime Minister?

• Ignoring problems and shifting blame.

• Implementing effective solutions quickly.

• Acknowledging mistakes and learning from them.

• Seeking advice from the opposition.

What does the speaker imply about the public's perception of the government's actions?

• More people are recognizing the incompetence.

• The public is unaware of the issues.

• The public fully supports the government's actions.

• People are indifferent to the government's mistakes.