Esther McVey launches her bid for the Tory leadership.

The transcript discusses the challenges and controversies surrounding Theresa May's Brexit deal. It highlights the issues with the backstop, financial commitments, and the customs union. The political implications of the deal, including the UK's future relationship with the EU and adherence to the European Convention on Human Rights, are examined. The transcript also describes Theresa May's desperate attempts to secure a deal, leading to a Hobson's choice scenario where the UK faced difficult decisions. The potential consequences and risks of the deal, including the involvement of the Labour Party, are also explored.

What were the main concerns regarding Theresa May's deal?

How did Theresa May's approach to negotiations affect the perception of her deal?

What implications did the backstop have on the UK's future relationship with the EU?

In what ways did the negotiations become a national embarrassment?

What was the significance of the phrase 'Hobson's choice' in the context of the withdrawal agreement?