Starmer: Ditching green spending pledge was about ‘being straight’ with voters

The speaker acknowledges the significant economic damage caused by the government, affecting families and necessitating adjustments in plans. They emphasize the importance of being transparent with the public about the inability to fulfill all promises due to this damage. Commitments to the Green Prosperity Plan and Clean Power by 2030 remain intact, but new investments are limited due to the economic situation.

What has the government done that has affected the economy?

• Improved it significantly

• Boosted family incomes

• Caused substantial damage

• Maintained it at the same level

Why does the speaker prefer to be honest with the public?

• To increase taxes

• To avoid making promises they can't keep

• To confuse the opposition

• To gain more votes

What remains unchanged despite the economic challenges?

• Commitments to the Green Prosperity Plan

• The decision to increase public spending

• The plan to cut taxes

• The promise to reduce inflation

What is the main reason for not making new investments?

• Political opposition

• Environmental concerns

• Lack of public support

• Insufficient economic resources

What is the target year for achieving Clean Power?

• 2030

• 2050

• 2025

• 2040