Confusion over Labour's immigration policy

The transcript discusses the Labour Party's stance on immigration and free movement, highlighting internal debates and contrasting it with the Conservative Party's position. Labour's policy on maintaining and extending freedom of movement for EU nationals is debated, with key figures like John McDonald and Diane Abbott expressing differing views. The Conservatives criticize Labour's approach, claiming it would lead to increased immigration. A YouGov poll shows public support for maintaining freedom of movement, presenting a challenge for Labour to balance these views with their policy. The transcript concludes with Labour's need to address this dilemma to satisfy their voter base.

What was the Labour Party's decision regarding freedom of movement at their party conference?

• To end freedom of movement for EU nationals

• To maintain and extend freedom of movement for EU nationals

• To restrict freedom of movement to only skilled workers

• To abolish all forms of freedom of movement

How did the Conservative Party use Labour's stance on immigration to their advantage?

• By supporting Labour's policy

• By highlighting their own policy to increase immigration

• By contrasting it with their pledge to reduce net immigration

• By ignoring Labour's policy altogether

What did John McDonald suggest about Labour's policy on freedom of movement?

• It would abolish freedom of movement entirely

• It would extend freedom of movement to non-EU countries

• It would seek to reform the rules to protect workers

• It would strictly follow the conference decision

What confusion arose from Diane Abbott's Twitter post?

• She suggested Labour would extend freedom of movement globally

• She confirmed Labour would end freedom of movement

• She stated Labour would restrict movement to skilled workers

• She announced Labour's support for Conservative policies

According to the YouGov poll, what percentage of Labour voters in 2017 wanted to maintain freedom of movement?

• 45%

• 56%

• 28%

• 70%