The Iraq War Inquiry Delayed Until After 2015 General Election

The transcript discusses the prolonged delay in producing a report, suggesting it is to avoid political embarrassment for both Tory and Labour parties. It criticizes the panel as being biased and highlights the consensus between political parties on war decisions, which have led to disastrous consequences, including extremism. The transcript also addresses the growing mistrust in politicians, linking it to past events like the Iraq war and MP expenses scandal.

In what ways has public trust in politicians been affected by events since the Iraq war?

What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between the war and the political system?