Audience member heckles Boris Johnson during hustings

The transcript discusses the role of public servants and the importance of protecting their confidentiality. It reflects on how a TV debate may have influenced Kim's decision to resign, despite not having watched it himself. The speaker expresses surprise at the debate's focus on Kim's career and reflects on how they might have handled the situation differently. The discussion highlights the complexities of political discourse and media influence on diplomatic careers.

What was the speaker's main concern regarding the treatment of civil servants?

• Their salaries

• Their public image

• The leaking of their private communications

• Their work-life balance

How did the speaker feel about the diplomat's career being discussed in a political debate?

• He thought it was appropriate

• He was indifferent

• He found it unfortunate

• He encouraged it

What does the speaker suggest might have influenced the diplomat's decision to resign?

• A formal letter from the government

• A direct conversation with the speaker

• A public statement by the diplomat

• A garbled account of the debate

What was the speaker's reaction to the diplomat's resignation?

• He was relieved

• He was surprised

• He expected it

• He was angry

What did the speaker find surprising about the Foreign Secretary's actions?

• The lack of support for the diplomat

• The dismissal of the diplomat

• The decision to discuss the diplomat's tenure in a political campaign

• The promotion of the diplomat