Boris Johnson gives speech at CBI conference

The transcript discusses the moral and economic imperatives for achieving geographical balance and productivity in the UK, drawing parallels with Britain's historical industrial revolution. It emphasizes the potential for a new green industrial revolution, highlighting the UK's first mover advantage. The speaker also shares personal experiences in the UK's diverse motor manufacturing sector.

What is one of the key reasons the speaker believes the UK can become Europe's most successful economy?

• Focus on agriculture

• Reduction in exports

• Increased taxation

• Geographical balance and productivity

During which period did the UK maintain its industrial pace, according to the speaker?

• Throughout the 21st century

• In the late 19th century

• During the 18th century

• Until the beginning of the 20th century

What is the new revolution the speaker mentions that the UK is on the brink of?

• Cultural revolution

• Technological revolution

• Green industrial revolution

• Digital revolution

What role did the speaker find most hedonistic in their career?

• Travel journalist

• CEO of a tech company

• Motoring correspondent of GQ magazine

• Editor of a fashion magazine

What is notable about the UK's motor manufacturing sector according to the speaker?

• It is the smallest in Europe

• It focuses only on luxury cars

• It is the most diverse in the world

• It is declining rapidly