Rishi Sunak launches leadership bid

The speaker emphasizes the need for a credible economic plan, advocating for traditional conservative values of honesty and responsibility. They discuss the difficult economic choices made during their tenure as Chancellor, particularly in managing debt post-COVID. The speaker acknowledges the political inconvenience of these decisions but stresses their necessity. They promise to reduce the tax burden once inflation is controlled and express their intention to lead the Conservative Party and become Prime Minister.

What is the central policy question that candidates need to address in the election?

• How to enhance national security?

• What are your views on education reform?

• Do you have a credible plan to protect and grow the economy?

• How to improve healthcare services?

According to the speaker, what should traditional conservative economic values focus on?

• Increased government spending

• Honesty and responsibility

• More social programs

• Higher taxes

What does the speaker say about promises of more spending and lower taxes?

• They are necessary for growth

• They should be the main focus

• They are not credible

• They are credible and achievable

What was one of the most difficult choices the speaker faced as Chancellor?

• Implementing new education policies

• Dealing with debt and borrowing after COVID

• Reducing military expenditure

• Increasing healthcare funding

What is the speaker's stance on the tax burden once inflation is controlled?

• It will be eliminated

• It will be reduced

• It will increase

• It will remain the same