2022 Election? Rumours Johnson will Call an Early General Election Explained - TLDR News

The video discusses the possibility of an early UK general election in 2022, despite the Fixed Term Parliament Act. It explores reasons for this speculation, including the Conservative Party's current strong polling, potential tax increases, and a public inquiry into COVID-19. The video also highlights challenges such as ongoing fuel shortages and public dissatisfaction with frequent elections.

What is the main purpose of the Fixed-term Parliaments Act?

• To ensure elections are held every five years

• To allow the government to call elections at any time

• To increase the term length to six years

• To prevent early elections

Why might the Conservative Party consider an early election in 2022?

• They want to avoid a public inquiry

• They have a new party leader

• They plan to increase taxes

• They are currently polling well

What challenges could affect the Conservative Party's decision to call an early election?

• Fuel shortages and COVID-19

• A new opposition leader

• A decrease in party membership

• A change in the voting system

What is one reason the government might want to hold an election before the tax increase?

• To avoid losing popularity

• To gain more seats in Parliament

• To implement new policies

• To change the tax rate

What percentage of the public supports an early election according to recent polling?

• 60%

• 40%

• 53%

• 27%