U.K.'s Hammond Says New Brexit Referendum May Be Needed

The transcript discusses the impact of UK political changes on Japanese investment and the unchanged positions of the EU and UK Parliament regarding Brexit. It highlights the EU's unwillingness to reopen the withdrawal agreement and Parliament's resistance to a no-deal exit. The speaker suggests that a compromise in Parliament or a public vote through a referendum or general election could resolve the situation.

How does the speaker describe Parliament's likely reaction to the new Prime Minister?

What does the speaker suggest might be necessary to test public opinion?