CLEAN : UK Conservatives split on support for PM Johnson

The transcript discusses the political achievements and challenges faced by Boris Johnson, including his leadership, integrity, and adherence to the ministerial code. It highlights the political context, public opinion on the referendum, and the implications of fines issued to non-elected officials. The discussion also touches on the challenges of maintaining credibility and leadership in the face of political mandates and public scrutiny.

What are some of the achievements attributed to Boris Johnson as mentioned in the video?

• Implementing new tax reforms

• Winning a majority in 2019 and leading the response on Ukraine

• Establishing new trade agreements with Asia

• Reducing national debt significantly

What is considered a resignation matter according to the ministerial code?

• Breaking the ministerial code

• Losing a parliamentary vote

• Disagreeing with party policies

• Failing to attend cabinet meetings

What challenge is associated with winning by a small majority?

• Difficulty in passing legislation

• Increased scrutiny from the media

• Short-lived leadership

• Higher chances of internal party conflict

How did the British economy recover compared to other economies?

• It faced a prolonged recession

• It recovered at the same pace as other economies

• It lagged behind due to strict lockdowns

• It opened up faster, particularly due to the vaccine rollout

What was the controversy involving the Prime Minister and the Chancellor?

• They were fined over a 'cake' issue

• They were involved in a trade scandal

• They were accused of election fraud

• They were criticized for foreign policy decisions