Rishi Sunak interview ahead of hustings in Eastbourne part 2

The transcript discusses the need for targeted support for low-income individuals and emphasizes tackling inflation as a priority. It highlights the risks of borrowing large sums during rising inflation and outlines plans to manage these risks. The speaker also mentions significant support measures for vulnerable families and proposes cutting VAT on energy bills to help with the cost of living.

What is the primary focus of the speaker in addressing economic challenges?

• Boosting exports

• Reducing taxes

• Tackling inflation

• Increasing government spending

What does the speaker identify as a risk of injecting borrowed money into the economy?

• Decreasing employment rates

• Increasing inflation and mortgage rates

• Lowering interest rates

• Reducing consumer spending

What measure does the speaker propose to help with energy bills?

• Providing free energy audits

• Cutting VAT on energy bills

• Increasing energy subsidies

• Offering energy-saving workshops

How much support was announced for vulnerable families to get through autumn and winter?

• £500

• £800

• £1200

• £1500

What assurance does the speaker give regarding their ability to help the economy?

• They have a new economic plan

• They have helped the economy before

• They will reduce government spending

• They will increase taxes