Sadiq Khan soundbites on Grenfell Tower response

The video discusses the lack of trust and confidence local residents have in their Council, emphasizing that a backroom deal between the Council and the government is insufficient to restore trust. It suggests that the government should consult residents and appoint external commissioners to manage the Council until the next elections. The video highlights that residents are unlikely to accept a council leader associated with past administrations or deals with the government. It questions who will make key decisions, such as setting council taxes and managing reserves, and argues that current approaches won't satisfy residents.

What is the main reason the speaker believes a backroom deal won't restore trust in the Council?

• The Council leader is popular among residents.

• Local residents have no trust in the Council.

• The Council has sufficient reserves.

• The government has never intervened before.

What action does the speaker suggest the government should take to manage the Council?

• Increase council taxes.

• Consult local residents and appoint external commissioners.

• Reduce the number of council members.

• Hold immediate elections.

Which past councils does the speaker mention as examples where the government intervened?

• Tower Hamlets and Rotherham

• Manchester and Liverpool

• Sheffield and Bristol

• Birmingham and Leeds

Why does the speaker believe local residents won't accept a council leader associated with the previous administration?

• The leader has no political background.

• The leader has increased taxes significantly.

• The leader is seen as part of the previous administration's issues.

• The leader is new and inexperienced.

What decision-making processes does the speaker question regarding the Council's future?

• The planning of community events.

• The hiring of new council staff.

• The decision on council taxes and spending of reserves.

• The allocation of council housing.