Theresa May Set to Succeed David Cameron as U.K. PM

The transcript discusses Theresa May's unexpected rise to Prime Minister, the peculiarities of the British political system, and the absence of a snap election. It highlights the challenges of triggering Article 50 and the civil service's role in Brexit preparations. The discussion also speculates on potential cabinet appointments under May's leadership.

What was the initial shock in the political scenario discussed in the video?

• Theresa May's resignation

• Andrea Leadsom withdrawing from the leadership race

• A snap election being called

• The Queen's unexpected intervention

How is the Prime Minister selected in the UK without a general election?

• The Queen invites the person with the best chance of forming a government

• By a decision of the Supreme Court

• Through a vote in the House of Lords

• By a public referendum

What is the main reason for the calls for a snap election?

• Pressure from the European Union

• The need for a new Brexit referendum

• Theresa May's lack of a democratically elected mandate

• A financial crisis in the UK

What is the main challenge in triggering Article 50 according to the video?

• Lack of support from the EU

• Uncertainty about the desired outcomes

• Opposition from the Labour Party

• Financial constraints

Who are the potential candidates for the Chancellor of the Exchequer mentioned in the video?

• Nigel Farage and Vince Cable

• Jeremy Corbyn and Nicola Sturgeon

• George Osborne and Sajid Javid

• Boris Johnson and David Cameron