Theresa May speech and statue unveiling for Nancy Astor

The transcript discusses the unveiling of a statue honoring a pioneering woman who was the first to take a seat in the House of Commons 100 years ago. It highlights the significant change this brought to the country and democracy, marking a new era of representation for women. The speech acknowledges the long struggle for women's rights, celebrating the centenary of women's suffrage and their right to stand for election. It concludes by recognizing the ongoing contributions of women to democracy and equality.

Who was the first woman to take a seat in the House of Commons?

• Florence Nightingale

• Emmeline Pankhurst

• Nuts Master

• Margaret Thatcher

What significant change did the first woman in the House of Commons bring about?

• The end of monarchy

• A voice for a previously excluded population

• The start of World War I

• A new era of technological advancement

What was the culmination of many generations of campaigning and struggle?

• The invention of the telephone

• Women's right to vote and stand for election

• The abolition of slavery

• The Industrial Revolution

What event was celebrated marking the centenary of women's rights?

• The right to vote and stand for election

• The first female Prime Minister

• The first woman to win a Nobel Prize

• The first woman in space

What is the significance of the women who have served democracy?

• They have led military campaigns

• They have discovered new continents

• They have stood for equality in society

• They have contributed to technological advancements