Sir Kim Darroch resigns as ambassador to the US

The transcript discusses the cabinet's support for Kim, acknowledging his lifetime of service to the UK. It emphasizes the importance of public servants providing candid advice for effective governance. The speaker urges reflection on defending values and principles, especially when under pressure.

What was the cabinet's stance towards Kim's contributions?

• They were indifferent.

• They fully supported him.

• They opposed him.

• They were unaware of his contributions.

Why is it important for public servants to provide honest advice?

• To gain personal benefits.

• To ensure good governance.

• To maintain secrecy.

• To avoid public scrutiny.

What is the relationship between public servants' confidence and their ability to provide advice?

• Confidence makes them less effective.

• Confidence hinders their ability to provide advice.

• Confidence is unrelated to advice.

• Confidence enables them to provide full and frank advice.

What does the speaker hope the House will reflect on?

• The role of technology in governance.

• The need for more public servants.

• The significance of defending values and principles.

• The importance of economic growth.

What is the speaker's view on the pressure faced by values and principles?

• They should be defended, especially under pressure.

• They are less important under pressure.

• They should be ignored under pressure.

• They are irrelevant to public service.