Johnson's Team Is Blackmailing Rebel MPs, Tory Says

The transcript addresses the pressures and intimidation faced by Members of Parliament (MPs) from government officials regarding their stance on a vote of confidence in the Prime Minister. It highlights the role of government whips in securing government business without breaching the ministerial code. The document also discusses the unacceptable practice of using media to embarrass MPs and advises on reporting such intimidation and potential blackmail to authorities.

What is the main reason for the pressures faced by government members?

• Their support for the Prime Minister

• Their involvement in financial scandals

• Their declared or assumed desire for a vote of confidence

• Their opposition to government policies

What is the primary duty of the government whips office?

• To manage public relations

• To secure government business in the House of Commons

• To handle media inquiries

• To oversee financial investments

What action is considered inappropriate for the government whips office?

• Organizing party meetings

• Supporting the Prime Minister

• Threatening to withdraw investments

• Encouraging media stories

What is the suggested course of action for MPs facing intimidation?

• Seek legal advice privately

• Report to the speaker of the House of Commons and the police

• Resign from their position

• Ignore the threats

What serious accusation is mentioned in the reports of intimidation?

• Espionage

• Corruption

• Blackmail

• Fraud