Keir Starmer denies pressuring Commons Speaker ahead of Gaza vote chaos

Keir Starmer denies pressuring Commons Speaker ahead of Gaza vote chaos

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The video discusses policies to help people return to work, emphasizing the need for government support to boost the economy. It also covers a parliamentary debate on the Gaza conflict, highlighting the importance of a broad discussion and the challenges faced due to political divisions. The speaker clarifies there was no threat to the Speaker of the House and stresses the need for a proper debate. The video concludes with a call for a resolution on the Gaza situation, crafted after discussions with international leaders.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the back-to-work policies discussed in the video?

To create new job opportunities

To reduce unemployment benefits

To support people on long-term sickness in returning to work

To increase government revenue

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of the Labour amendment mentioned in the video?

To provide financial support to Gaza

To impose sanctions on Israel

To stop the fighting and plan for a peaceful outcome

To increase military aid to Gaza

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the speaker emphasize the need for a broad debate in Parliament?

To avoid making a decision

To gain political advantage

To delay the voting process

To ensure all MPs could express their views

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the SNP during the debate on Gaza?

They supported the Labour amendment

They walked off to divide the Labour Party

They proposed an alternative amendment

They voted in favor of the government

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the government's response during the debate on Gaza?

They called for an immediate ceasefire

They proposed a new resolution

They walked out to avoid losing a vote

They supported the Labour amendment