U.K. Labour Faces Full Agenda at Manchester Meeting

U.K. Labour Faces Full Agenda at Manchester Meeting

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The video discusses the Labour Party's challenges with constitutional issues, particularly regarding Scotland's devolution and the West Lothian question. It highlights Labour's reliance on Scottish MPs and the political implications of devolution. Ed Miliband's stance on English votes and the need for a unified House of Commons is explored. The video also covers Labour's focus on economic issues, including the minimum wage and income tax policies.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main constitutional issue discussed in relation to the Labour Party?

The West Lothian question

The Conservative Party's authority in England

The push for Scottish independence

The role of the European Union

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the issue of Scottish Labour MPs significant for the Labour Party?

They have no impact on Labour's policies

They are leading the Conservative Party

They are crucial for Labour's message in Westminster

They hold a majority in the English Parliament

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Ed Miliband's position on the creation of an English Parliament?

He is undecided

He wants a referendum on it

He is against it

He supports the idea

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic issue does Labour want to focus on at their party conference?

Healthcare reforms

Environmental policies

Cost of living and wages

Foreign policy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new pledge did Ed Miliband introduce regarding wages?

Abolishing the minimum wage

Increasing the minimum wage to £8.00 an hour by 2020

Reducing the minimum wage

Linking wages to inflation