Diane Abbott: 'I Mispoke' Over WrongPolice Figures

Diane Abbott: 'I Mispoke' Over WrongPolice Figures

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The transcript covers a series of events where Diane Abbott struggled to provide accurate figures for the cost of recruiting 10,000 police officers during a radio interview. Jeremy Corbyn later clarified the cost as £300 million. The Police Federation highlighted the need for more officers due to rising crime rates. Labour faced criticism for financial missteps, impacting public trust. The party aimed to present a robust stance on crime, but errors in communication led to challenges in maintaining credibility.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main issue Diane Abbott faced during the radio interview?

She was unable to attend the interview.

She struggled to provide the correct cost of recruiting police officers.

She was interrupted by technical difficulties.

She refused to answer any questions.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Jeremy Corbyn respond to the errors made by Diane Abbott?

He ignored the issue completely.

He clarified the cost and stated the manifesto was fully costed.

He decided to cancel the policy.

He blamed the media for misreporting.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does the Labour party face according to the second section?

Increasing taxes to fund other policies.

Reducing the number of police officers.

Finding new candidates for the election.

Convincing the public of their strength on law and order.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Police Federation say about the need for more officers?

There is no need for additional officers.

More officers are needed due to rising crime rates.

The current number of officers is sufficient.

Officers should be reduced to save costs.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial challenge is highlighted in the final section?

The cost of recruiting 10,000 officers is underestimated.

The cost of police training is decreasing.

The budget for police uniforms is too high.

There is no financial challenge mentioned.