May’s Government Keeps Quiet on Size of Brexit Divorce

The transcript discusses the UK's financial obligations in leaving the EU, known as the divorce bill. It highlights the UK's reluctance to disclose a specific amount, fearing backlash. Various negotiation strategies are considered, including arbitration and linking payments to future relationships. The UK public's unexpected financial burden is noted, and the need for a trade deal or transition is emphasized. Challenges faced by UK leaders, particularly Boris Johnson, in managing public expectations and negotiations are also discussed.

What is the UK government's stance on revealing the Brexit divorce bill amount?

• They have publicly announced the amount.

• They are keeping it confidential.

• They have denied any calculations exist.

• They have linked it to future trade deals.

What is one proposed strategy for handling the Brexit divorce bill?

• Paying the full amount immediately.

• Ignoring the EU's demands.

• Sending it to arbitration.

• Linking it to future trade deals.

How does the UK public feel about the Brexit divorce bill?

• They are surprised by the high cost.

• They believe the EU should pay.

• They expected to pay a large sum.

• They are indifferent to the cost.

What has the UK cabinet accepted regarding the Brexit negotiations?

• They will pay only if a trade deal is secured.

• They will pay after leaving the EU.

• They will have to pay something.

• They will not pay anything.

What role does Boris Johnson currently play in the Brexit negotiations?

• He is leading the negotiations.

• He is not heavily involved.

• He is opposing the negotiations.

• He is the main spokesperson.