Deputy Labour leader Tom Watson raises concerns over a 'secret plan to take over the Labour party'

Deputy Labour leader Tom Watson raises concerns over a 'secret plan to take over the Labour party'

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The transcript discusses a covert plan by John Landsman, head of Momentum, to take over the Labour Party. The plan involves channeling funds from Unite the Union, changing leadership nomination requirements, and organizing parliamentary selections. Concerns are raised about the plan's secrecy and its potential to distract from broader political issues like Brexit and national security.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was John Landsman's initial strategy to take over the Labour Party?

By increasing membership fees

By collaborating with other political parties

By channeling funds from Unite the Union

By forming a new political party

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What change did Landsman propose regarding leadership nominations?

Introducing a public voting system

Increasing the number of nominations required

Reducing the number of nominations required

Eliminating the nomination process

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What was one of the concerns about the takeover plan?

It would increase party membership

It might distract from national issues

It could improve international relations

It could lead to financial instability

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What was the potential impact of the takeover plan on young Momentum members?

They would gain more political power

They might be involved in covert plans

They would receive financial benefits

They would be excluded from the party

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What national issue was mentioned as a potential distraction from the takeover plan?

Environmental concerns

Brexit negotiations

Education policy

Healthcare reform