Sunak bids to shore up pensioners' votes with £2.4 billion income tax cut

Sunak bids to shore up pensioners' votes with £2.4 billion income tax cut

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The transcript covers a discussion with the Prime Minister on tax policies affecting pensioners and workers, highlighting the Conservative Party's economic recovery plan post-pandemic. It contrasts Conservative and Labour policies on business taxation and economic growth, emphasizing the impact on small businesses. The conversation also touches on political dynamics, including migration policies and the upcoming election, presenting a choice between Conservative and Labour approaches.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason given by the Prime Minister for protecting the triple lock for pensioners?

To reduce government spending

To ensure pensioners pay more taxes

To provide dignity in retirement for those who worked hard

To align with Labour Party policies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the government's economic plan impacted inflation and wages according to the Prime Minister?

Inflation has increased and wages have decreased

Inflation has decreased and wages have increased

Both inflation and wages have remained stable

Inflation has decreased but wages have also decreased

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Prime Minister claim about the UK's economic growth compared to other countries?

The UK economy remained stagnant

The UK economy grew slower than France and Germany

The UK economy declined compared to the US

The UK economy grew faster than France, Germany, Italy, and the US

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What criticism does the Prime Minister make about Labour's policies in Wales?

They have introduced fewer regulations

They have reduced taxes for small businesses

They have increased taxes for small businesses

They have improved economic recovery

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Prime Minister's response to businesses backing Labour?

He is confident in Labour's business policies

He questions what Labour would do differently for businesses

He plans to increase taxes for businesses

He agrees with Labour's approach in Wales

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Prime Minister's stance on illegal migration?

He has no clear plan for illegal migration

He supports the Rwanda scheme to deter illegal migration

He plans to offer amnesty to illegal migrants

He supports open borders

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What choice does the Prime Minister present to voters in the upcoming election?

A choice between higher taxes and lower taxes

A choice between open borders and a secure future

A choice between more regulations and fewer regulations

A choice between economic decline and growth