Jeremy Hunt cutaways at leadership hustings event

The transcript discusses the Tory party's handling of Islamophobia allegations, emphasizing the need for an independent inquiry and fair voting processes. It also addresses the impact of rhetoric on EU negotiations, advocating for reduced tensions and a clean Brexit. The discussion concludes with an assessment of Brexit preparations, highlighting improvements but acknowledging further work needed by businesses.

What is the stance on allowing Tory party members under investigation for Islamophobia to vote for the next Prime Minister?

• They should be given a separate voting process.

• They should be allowed but monitored closely.

• They should be suspended until the investigation is complete.

• They should be allowed without any restrictions.

How does the speaker view the rhetoric from the EU side regarding the UK?

• As a necessary part of negotiations.

• As damaging to the trust needed for negotiations.

• As a sign of strong partnership.

• As irrelevant to the Brexit process.

What is the suggested approach to handling rhetoric in EU negotiations?

• Use rhetoric as a tool to gain leverage.

• Increase the rhetoric to match the EU.

• Dial down the rhetoric and find a sensible way forward.

• Ignore the rhetoric and focus on actions.

What is the current state of the UK's preparedness for a no-deal Brexit according to the speaker?

• Completely ready with no further actions needed.

• Improved but still requiring more work from businesses.

• Fully dependent on EU's actions.

• Worse than before with no improvements.

What does the speaker suggest about the role of businesses in preparing for a no-deal Brexit?

• Businesses should focus on international markets only.

• Businesses should wait for government instructions.

• Businesses need to complete a lot of extra work.

• Businesses have no role in the preparations.