John McDonnell comments on Gavin Williamson being appointed Defence Secretary after Sir Michael Fallon's resignation

The transcript discusses the current disarray within the government, highlighted by the resignation of the Defense Secretary and the subsequent appointment of the chief whip. It draws parallels with past Tory governments, noting similar patterns of sleaze scandals and eventual decline. The erosion of the Prime Minister's authority is emphasized, with the current appointments seen as scraping the bottom of a decaying barrel.

What event triggered the discussion about the government's disarray?

• An economic crisis

• The Defense Secretary's resignation

• A new policy announcement

• The Prime Minister's resignation

Who stepped into the Defense Secretary's role after his resignation?

• The Prime Minister

• The Foreign Secretary

• The Chief Whip

• The Chancellor

Which past Tory leader is mentioned in relation to sleaze scandals?

• David Cameron

• Margaret Thatcher

• Theresa May

• Howell McMillan

What historical campaign is referenced as a point of failure for John Major?

• Brexit

• Back to Basics

• New Labour

• Big Society

What is the main theme of the final section?

• Foreign policy success

• Erosion of the Prime Minister's authority

• Environmental issues

• Economic growth