Government Has Lost Trust of the House, Says Institute for Government’s Stojanovic

Government Has Lost Trust of the House, Says Institute for Government’s Stojanovic

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The transcript discusses the opposition's control over the House agenda, highlighting the government's loss of trust. It delves into the indicative votes process, potential challenges, and the business motion's role. The future path for Brexit is explored, with Oliver Letwin's process and the government's hesitance to follow the House's direction. The discussion contrasts the Withdrawal Agreement with the future relationship, emphasizing the non-binding nature of the political declaration and the implications for the backstop.

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What does the opposition taking control of the House agenda signify?

The government has passed a new law.

The opposition is now the ruling party.

The government has lost the trust of the House.

The government has gained more power.

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What is the nature of the indicative votes discussed in the second section?

They are non-binding on the government.

They are only suggestions for the opposition.

They are binding on the government.

They automatically change the law.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Oliver Letwin and what is his role in the process?

A senior figure in the Conservative Party who crafted the process.

A member of the opposition trying to disrupt the process.

The Prime Minister leading the government.

A journalist reporting on the events.

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What is the relationship between the Withdrawal Agreement and the future relationship?

The future relationship affects the terms of the Withdrawal Agreement.

The Withdrawal Agreement has no impact on the future relationship.

The Withdrawal Agreement is not legally binding.

The future relationship is legally binding.

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What does the term 'blind Brexit' refer to?

A Brexit with full clarity on future relations.

Leaving the EU without any agreements.

Voting for the Withdrawal Agreement without knowing the future relationship.

A Brexit that is fully supported by all parties.