During his speech at the Conservative Party Conference, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a strong statement about gender identity, stating that "a woman is a woman" and that people should not be bullied into believing they can be any sex they want to be. He emphasized that individuals cannot choose their sex, and it should not be controversial for parents to know what their children are being taught in school about relationships. The audience responded with applause and cheers.
Rishi Sunak Interrupted by Applause as He Defends Common Sense
As Sunak spoke, he was interrupted by loud applause from the Tory delegates, including his Cabinet colleagues. This support demonstrated a shared belief in his message that a man is a man and a woman is a woman, which he described as common sense. The applause and cheers from the audience, accompanied by whistles, further emphasized the agreement with Sunak's views.
Labour MP Criticizes Sunak's Attempt to Reset Divided Government
Labour MP Pat McFadden criticized Sunak's speech, dismissing it as a desperate attempt to reset his weak leadership and a government that has become divided. McFadden pointed out that the Tories have been in power for 13 years and have had five Prime Ministers, yet the British public is seeing failures all around them. He stated that the Tories cannot be the change from their own failures and that the damage they would cause with five more years in power would be intolerable for working people.
Sunak Announces Scrapping of HS2 Leg and Investment in Public Transport
During his speech, Sunak announced that the HS2 leg to Manchester will be scrapped. Instead, he pledged £36 billion to be invested in public transport across the Midlands and the North. This move aims to improve transportation infrastructure and connectivity in these regions.
New Policies: No Cigarette Sales to Under-14s and Changes to Education
Sunak also outlined new policies in his speech. He plans to prevent anyone under the age of 14 from legally purchasing cigarettes. Additionally, he wants to replace A-Levels, a traditional educational qualification, with a new qualification that combines A-Levels with vocational T-Levels. These changes aim to address public health concerns and provide a more comprehensive approach to education.
Sunak Pledges Tax Cuts and Tougher Measures to Control Asylum Seeker Arrivals
In his speech, Sunak pledged to cut taxes as soon as inflation drops, providing relief for taxpayers. He also expressed a commitment to prevent asylum seekers from reaching Britain "whatever the cost." This statement reflects a tougher stance on immigration and border control.
