Labour pledge to re-introduce 45p tax bracket

Labour pledge to re-introduce 45p tax bracket

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The transcript critiques current economic policies, particularly the idea of trickle-down economics, highlighting its unfairness and ineffectiveness. It emphasizes the need for a new approach, focusing on workers' rights and fair wealth distribution. The Labour party's plans include introducing a genuine living wage, reinstating the 45P top rate of income tax, and expanding healthcare and education. The goal is to address the damage caused by previous policies and ensure a fairer society.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main criticism of trickle-down economics mentioned in the video?

It focuses too much on small businesses.

It is too complex to understand.

It benefits everyone equally.

It is unfair and ineffective.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Labour plan to introduce for working people?

A reduction in taxes for businesses.

A new deal with strengthened rights.

A cap on bankers' bonuses.

A decrease in the minimum wage.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Labour intend to adjust the minimum wage?

By removing it entirely.

By setting it below the cost of living.

By keeping it the same as before.

By aligning it with the real cost of living.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the healthcare initiatives Labour plans to implement?

Reducing the number of medical students.

Doubling the number of district nurses qualifying each year.

Cutting funding for health visitors.

Decreasing the number of nursing places.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change does Labour propose for medical education?

Reducing the number of medical school places.

Focusing solely on training nurses.

Maintaining the current number of medical students.

Implementing the largest expansion of medical school places in history.