Gordon Brown Denies Knowledge of Home Office Leaks

The transcript discusses the lack of prior knowledge among government ministers about a certain event, while some individuals like Boris Johnson and David Cameron were aware beforehand. The speaker emphasizes that the matter is for the police to investigate, not the government, and stresses the importance of maintaining police independence.

Who did the speaker mention as having prior knowledge of the event?

• The Civil Service

• The Home Secretary

• The Speaker

• The Prime Minister

When did the speaker learn about the event?

• After it happened

• During the event

• They never learned about it

• Before it happened

Who informed the speaker about the event?

• The Prime Minister

• The Permanent Secretary

• The Home Secretary

• The Speaker

What does the speaker believe should be upheld in this situation?

• The government's authority

• The independence of the police

• The role of the ministers

• The decision of the Speaker

What is the speaker's stance on the involvement of government ministers in the investigation?

• They should be informed first

• They should support the police

• They should lead the investigation

• They should not be involved