CLEAN : May: election is only way to guarantee stability

The Prime Minister announces a decision to hold an election to ensure certainty and stability, despite previously stating there would be no election until 2020. The decision is driven by the need for national unity and to strengthen the government's position in Brexit negotiations. The Prime Minister challenges opposition parties to demonstrate their commitment to their criticisms and not treat politics as a game.

What was the Prime Minister's original stance on holding an election?

• To hold an election every year

• To never hold an election

• To avoid an election until 2020

• To hold an election immediately

What is the main reason given by the Prime Minister for deciding to hold an election?

• To delay Brexit

• To change the government

• To ensure certainty and stability

• To increase party popularity

What issue does the Prime Minister highlight as causing division in Westminster?

• Economic policies

• Brexit preparations

• Healthcare reforms

• Education policies

How does the division in Westminster affect the government's position?

• It improves Brexit preparations

• It weakens the government's negotiating position in Europe

• It has no effect

• It strengthens the government's position

What does the Prime Minister challenge the opposition parties to demonstrate?

• Their interest in economic policies

• Their ability to win elections

• Their commitment to their criticisms

• Their support for the government