UK MPs vote overwhelmingly for General Election

The transcript discusses the upcoming nationwide poll and election date set for June 8th, with Theresa May leading the campaign. It reviews the 2015 manifesto promises, including tax policies, immigration targets, and state pension commitments. Key political figures announce their future roles, marking the end of the Cameron-Osborne era. Theresa May's campaign strategy and the decision to decline a TV debate are also highlighted.

What is the main focus of the upcoming nationwide poll in the UK?

• To address the economic crisis

• To revisit the 2015 manifesto promises

• To decide on Brexit terms

• To elect a new Prime Minister

Which of the following was a promise made in the 2015 manifesto?

• Cutting down on military spending

• Reduction of net immigration to tens of thousands

• Increase in corporate taxes

• Introduction of a new healthcare system

What is the 'triple lock' in the context of the 2015 manifesto?

• A policy to lock interest rates

• A commitment to increase state pensions

• A strategy to lock immigration numbers

• A promise to lock in tax rates

Who announced they would not be running in the upcoming election?

• Theresa May

• David Cameron

• Boris Johnson

• Jeremy Corbyn

What is Theresa May's aim with the upcoming election?

• To take back control completely

• To negotiate new trade deals

• To introduce new tax reforms

• To form a coalition government