Daily politics briefing: August 18

The transcript discusses public expectations and critiques the current Prime Minister's leadership, highlighting a loss of trust among the British public. It questions the willingness to listen to the Prime Minister and describes the situation as having the worst possible leader at the worst possible time.

What does the speaker believe people expect them to focus on?

• Public expectations

• The Prime Minister's statements

• International relations

• Economic policies

Why is the speaker surprised by some members of the House?

• They are supporting the opposition

• They are leaving the session

• They are willing to listen to the Prime Minister

• They are not paying attention

How does the speaker describe the current Prime Minister?

• As a visionary leader

• As the worst possible Prime Minister

• As a trusted figure

• As an economic expert

What is the speaker's opinion on the timing of the Prime Minister's leadership?

• It is a time of great opportunity

• It is the worst possible time

• It is irrelevant

• It is the best possible time

What has the Prime Minister lost according to the speaker?

• The next election

• The trust of many people across Britain

• The economic battle

• The support of the House