Labour leader Starmer criticises ‘Boris Johnson circus’ in crime-fighting speech

The transcript discusses the rule of law as a fundamental principle, citing Margaret Thatcher's view of it as the government's first duty. It criticizes the pandemic parties under Boris Johnson for disrespecting national sacrifice and emphasizes the speaker's commitment to values like justice and equality. The speaker defends their career as a human rights lawyer and criticizes political opponents for attacking these values.

Why does the speaker believe they could not ask the British people for their trust?

What does the speaker imply about the Tories' understanding of human rights?