Boris Johnson pledges spending blitz to heal UK economy amid coronavirus pandemic

Boris Johnson pledges spending blitz to heal UK economy amid coronavirus pandemic

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The video discusses the government's plan to invest in schools and the economy post-COVID-19, emphasizing job creation and long-term growth. It covers leadership changes in the civil service and addresses local COVID-19 outbreaks, highlighting the need for vigilance and local lockdowns.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the government's investment in schools?

To create high-skilled jobs

To privatize education

To reduce taxes

To increase school fees

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's approach to managing public finances for long-term investments?

Being prudent and careful

Borrowing from international banks

Reducing public spending

Increasing taxes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Mark's departure from the civil service significant?

He was the longest-serving member

He was the youngest member

It occurs during a pandemic and economic crisis

He was the only Brexiteer

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's stance on the impartiality of the civil service?

It should remain impartial

It should be abolished

It should support the ruling party

It should be politically biased

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy is the government using to manage local COVID-19 outbreaks?

Complete reopening

Ignoring the outbreaks

Local lockdowns and whack-a-mole strategies

National lockdowns