Interview with Sir Keir Starmer on HS2 partly scrapped

The transcript discusses the government's failure to fulfill promises related to the Northern Powerhouse and HS2 projects. It highlights the broken promises of extending HS2 to Leeds and creating a new line from Manchester to Leeds. The discussion critiques the government's claim of a £96 billion investment, pointing out that much of it is already spent. The transcript emphasizes the importance of new lines for capacity and criticizes the government's leveling up agenda as mere rhetoric. It contrasts the government's actions with the speaker's party's commitment to their plans.

What was the reaction in the North of England to the cancellation of the Northern Powerhouse and HS2 plans?

• They were indifferent to the news.

• They were unaware of the plans.

• They felt betrayed by the Prime Minister.

• They supported the decision.

What is the main criticism of the £96 billion investment claim?

• It is entirely new funding.

• It mostly covers already spent money.

• It will solve all capacity issues.

• It is only for the South of England.

According to the speaker, what is the biggest problem that remains unaddressed?

• Increased travel times.

• Lack of new lines for capacity.

• Overfunding of the South.

• Too many new projects.

How does the speaker differentiate their approach from the government's?

• By sticking to their promises.

• By making fewer promises.

• By increasing taxes.

• By focusing on the South.

What does the speaker imply about the 'leveling up' agenda?

• It is focused on the South.

• It has been fully implemented.

• It is merely a slogan.

• It is a well-executed plan.