Rebecca Long-Bailey launches Labour leadership bid

The speaker emphasizes the need for social justice and economic reform, advocating for a green New Deal to ensure prosperity and sustainability. They highlight the importance of public services and democratic ownership, aiming to improve the quality of life for future generations. The speaker also calls for political reform, including the abolition of the House of Lords and the establishment of a new elected Senate, to decentralize power and make governance more accountable.

What does the speaker believe has not been affected by deindustrialization and austerity?

• The pride in local communities

• The strength of the economy

• The quality of public services

• The conviction for a better future for children

What is the primary goal of the proposed green New Deal?

• To secure a livable planet and create jobs

• To increase taxes on carbon emissions

• To reduce government spending

• To privatize public services

Which of the following is NOT part of the speaker's economic vision?

• Privatizing public services

• Democratic public ownership

• Rewilding and restoring landscapes

• Investment in low carbon industries

What change does the speaker propose for the House of Lords?

• To increase its powers

• To move it to Brussels

• To replace it with an elected Senate

• To make it a part of the House of Commons

Why does the speaker want to devolve power from Westminster?

• To centralize decision-making

• To make governance more accountable

• To reduce the number of politicians

• To increase the influence of Brussels