国际英语资讯:Memorable day for PM May, but for all wrong reasons_时事

国际英语资讯:Memorable day for PM May, but for all wrong reasons

Reaction to her speech was swift from the rival opposition Labour Party as well as the business world.

Shadow Chancellor, Labour's John McDonnell said: "By the time the current leader of the Conservative Party eventually finished speaking, she had a total of 15 billion pounds in spending commitments just in this parliament without a single reference to how the money will be found to pay for them. The Conservative magical money tree returns."

Carolyn Fairbairn, head of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) said: "In response to the profound challenges and opportunities of Brexit and creating a fairer and more prosperous economy, the Prime Minister planted important stakes in the ground.

"She has recognised the fundamental importance of good government working in partnership with responsible business to improve lives. The Prime Minister's praise for the risk takers, innovators and entrepreneurs and business, large and small, was refreshing and important to hear. But markets are not perfect and the UK's business community recognises the power of effective state intervention."

Fairbairn said on Brexit it was important to see a continuation of the positive tone from May's big Florence speech.

"The next stage must be urgent action to agree the standstill transition with EU partners by the end of the year, and the shape of the final deal as early as possible in the New Year. Every day wasted is lost investment and new jobs not created."