CLEAN : GB Election: Expert says exit polls shows a cautious Britain

The transcript discusses the political landscape in Britain, focusing on potential alliances needed for a Conservative government. It highlights the challenges for Ed Miliband and the left, as the British electorate seems to favor a center-right government. The discussion raises questions about what the left must do to present a credible alternative, especially in light of past events.

Which smaller parties are mentioned as potential allies for the Conservatives?

• Green Party and SNP

• Liberal Democrats and Democratic Unionists

• Plaid Cymru and UKIP

• Labour and Liberal Democrats

What is the main challenge for Ed Miliband according to the election results?

• Forming a coalition with the Conservatives

• Gaining support from the Liberal Democrats

• Winning over the Northern Ireland Unionists

• Dealing with the disappointment of the election outcome

What type of government did the British public prefer according to the results?

• A far-right government

• A centrist government

• A center-right government

• A radical left government

What question does the election result raise for the left in Britain?

• How to form a coalition with the Conservatives

• How to become a credible alternative

• How to gain support from the Unionists

• How to appeal to the far-right voters

What historical event is mentioned as a reference point for the left's challenges?

• The Brexit referendum

• The 2008 financial crisis

• The 2010 general election

• The 1997 Labour landslide