Boris Johnson thanks new Tory voters for his 'stonking mandate'

Boris Johnson thanks new Tory voters for his 'stonking mandate'

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The Prime Minister delivers a Christmas message urging closure on Brexit divisions. After winning a significant majority, he thanks voters in Labour heartlands who supported the Conservatives for the first time. The shift in political allegiance is highlighted by personal stories of voters changing from Labour to Conservative due to Brexit and Jeremy Corbyn's leadership. The PM faces challenges with the Scottish National Party over a second independence referendum. Labour's election defeat is attributed to Corbyn's leadership, with many voters expressing dissatisfaction. The PM consults on government appointments, while Labour engages in a blame game.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Prime Minister's main message in his Christmas pledge?

To continue the Brexit debate

To heal divisions and find closure

To call for a new election

To criticize Labour's policies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which constituency, held by Labour since 1950, was mentioned as having elected a Conservative MP?

Derbyshire

Sedgefield

Bolsover

Westminster

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the two main reasons cited for some Labour supporters voting Conservative?

Economic policies and immigration

Brexit and Jeremy Corbyn's leadership

Foreign policy and defense

Healthcare and education

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Prime Minister's stance on a second referendum in Scotland?

He is against it

He is neutral

He has not commented

He supports it

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was identified as a major issue for Labour in the election?

Economic policies

Jeremy Corbyn's leadership

Healthcare reforms

Foreign relations