UK 2017 General Election - Conservatives May and Hammond economic press conference

Mr. Hammond discusses the current state of relations and his future as Chancellor post-election. He emphasizes his strong working relationship with the Prime Minister and her team, highlighting their long-standing collaboration. He also addresses media rumors, dismissing them as mere tattle.

What is the main concern addressed by the speaker regarding their political future?

• The state of international relations

• The economic policies in place

• The outcome of the upcoming election

• The strength of the opposition party

How does the speaker describe their relationship with the Prime Minister?

• New and developing

• Close and long-standing

• Distant and formal

• Competitive and tense

What does the speaker say about the Prime Minister's team?

• It is understaffed

• It is disorganized

• It is inexperienced

• It is extremely strong

What is the speaker's opinion on the media's portrayal of their relationship with the Prime Minister?

• It is critical and negative

• It is exaggerated and speculative

• It is accurate and fair

• It is supportive and positive

According to the speaker, how long have they known some members of the Prime Minister's team?

• Many years

• A few months

• Just recently

• Several decades