Coveney says Government to stick with spending plan despite Central Bank warning

The video discusses the government's approach to managing the economy amidst inflation. It highlights the need to balance the budget without exacerbating inflation while addressing the cost of living pressures faced by households. The government aims to maintain employment, reduce taxes, and bring down inflation. Transparency in decision-making and sticking to set economic targets are emphasized.

What is the government's main challenge in setting the budget?

• Balancing inflation control with cost of living support

• Increasing taxes to fund public services

• Reducing unemployment rates

• Improving international trade relations

Which of the following is a focus of the government's economic management?

• Increasing the national debt

• Expanding the public sector

• Reducing the tax burden when possible

• Raising interest rates

What is one of the government's strategies to help people retain more of their earnings?

• Reducing the tax take

• Increasing social welfare benefits

• Subsidizing housing costs

• Providing free public transportation

Who are the two individuals mentioned as being focused on economic decisions?

• Robert Johnson and Emily Clark

• David Brown and Sarah Lee

• Michael McGrath and Pasco Donohue

• John Smith and Jane Doe

What is the government's approach to dealing with inflation and economic pressures?

• Increasing interest rates drastically

• Ignoring inflation to focus on growth

• Sticking to set targets and being transparent

• Cutting all public spending