Brexit-Backing Tories Push May for Answers on Trade

The transcript discusses the Brexit cabinet's concerns about the UK's future customs regime and the quiet response from Brexiteers to Prime Minister May's proposal, which closely ties the UK to the EU. It explores the potential for cabinet resignations and the dynamics of control within the cabinet, highlighting the strategic implications of a minister's resignation on May's authority with EU colleagues.

What is the current state of Brexit negotiations according to the transcript?

• The UK is distancing itself from the EU.

• Brexiteers are surprisingly quiet.

• There is a lot of noise from Brexiteers.

• The UK has finalized its customs regime.

What is Michael Gove's stance on the possibility of cabinet resignations?

• He thinks there will be no resignations.

• He has resigned from the cabinet.

• He is unsure about the resignations.

• He believes there will be many resignations.

What is the potential impact of a minister quitting on the Prime Minister's position?

• It would have no impact.

• It would strengthen her moral authority.

• It would weaken her authority.

• It would lead to her resignation.

What is the main concern regarding the control dynamics within the cabinet?

• The EU's influence over the UK.

• Whether the Prime Minister is in control.

• The economic impact of Brexit.

• The lack of a clear Brexit plan.

How might the Prime Minister's European colleagues view a minister's resignation?

• As irrelevant to the Brexit process.

• As a reason to delay negotiations.

• As a boost to her moral authority.

• As a sign of instability.