

Conservative conference: Tax, Truss, and HS2
Oct 2, 2023
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt holds firm on tax cuts despite pressure from colleagues. Former PM Liz Truss calls for tax cuts. HS2's northern leg to be scrapped. Analysis of Hunt's speech, Truss's calls for cuts, and HS2. Discussion on Labour's argument, lack of house building, and strained relationship between business and Tories. Speculation on HS2 announcement and importance of long-term decision-making.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Conservative Party Conference Speeches
01:57 • 17min
The Complexities of Labour's Argument and Conservative Party's Lack of House Building
19:05 • 4min
Challenges in the Relationship Between Business and the Conservative Party
22:54 • 2min
Speculating on HS2 Announcement and Long-term Decision-Making
24:48 • 3min