Interview with Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer

The transcript discusses the government's response to economic challenges, highlighting the necessity of certain measures during the pandemic. It critiques the Conservative government's track record, questioning their commitment to addressing inequality and insecurity. The discussion emphasizes the difference between necessity-driven actions and genuine policy shifts, arguing that the government's instincts lean towards market solutions rather than state intervention.

What does the speaker suggest the government has failed to acknowledge in their rebuilding efforts?

• The need for more infrastructure

• The unjust and unequal model before the pandemic

• The importance of international relations

• The role of technology in rebuilding

Which recent government decision is highlighted as not addressing inequality?

• Reduction in military spending

• Expansion of public transportation

• Refusal to maintain the uplift in Universal Credit

• Increase in healthcare funding

What does the speaker argue about the government's actions during the pandemic?

• They were part of a long-term strategy

• They were influenced by international pressure

• They were driven by necessity

• They were a result of a political shift

According to the speaker, what is the government's belief about addressing inequality?

• It is not a priority

• It requires international cooperation

• It is the responsibility of the market

• It should be handled by the state

What does the speaker imply about the Conservative Party's approach over the last decade?

• They have not fundamentally changed their beliefs

• They have shifted towards a more liberal ideology

• They have prioritized environmental issues

• They have consistently supported social democracy