Hilary Benn Reacts to Theresa May's Speech on Brexit

The video discusses the UK government's intention to control EU migration and exit the single market, highlighting the challenges of reconciling this with the EU's four freedoms. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining access to the single market for the UK's service-based economy. The Prime Minister's objectives are outlined, stressing the need for a good deal with the EU. Transitional arrangements are deemed crucial to manage the shift from EU membership, with a warning against leaving without a deal.

What is the main challenge in reconciling the UK's wish to control EU migration with the EU's stance?

• The EU's insistence on the indivisibility of the four freedoms

• The UK's economic dependency on EU labor

• The EU's demand for higher tariffs

• The UK's lack of negotiation skills

Why is it crucial for the UK to maintain access to the single market?

• To ensure the free movement of goods

• To support its service-based economy

• To increase agricultural exports

• To reduce immigration

What percentage of the UK economy is based on services?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

What is the purpose of transitional arrangements in the Brexit process?

• To delay the Brexit negotiations

• To manage the transition from EU membership to non-membership

• To increase trade tariffs

• To eliminate the need for a deal

What is considered the worst possible outcome of the Brexit negotiations?

• A deal with high tariffs

• A bad deal

• A delayed agreement

• Leaving the EU with no deal