Wetherspoons boss Tim Martin still optimistic about a no deal Brexit

Wetherspoons boss Tim Martin still optimistic about a no deal Brexit

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The transcript discusses the potential benefits of the UK leaving the EU without a deal, including saving £39 billion, regaining control of fishing, and eliminating tariffs on goods not produced in the UK. It suggests investing the saved money in the UK economy, possibly through lower taxes and NHS funding. The speaker expresses optimism about the process and highlights the importance of global business and free trade, using Singapore as an example.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's attitude towards the chaotic nature of democracy?

Democracy is chaotic but better than alternatives.

Democracy is chaotic and should be avoided.

Democracy is orderly and predictable.

Democracy is irrelevant to the discussion.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial benefit does the speaker mention regarding leaving without a deal?

Saving £39 billion.

Increasing tariffs on goods.

Reducing fishing rights.

Increasing foreign aid.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker suggest the UK could benefit economically from leaving?

By eliminating tariffs on goods not produced in the UK.

By increasing taxes for the wealthy.

By increasing tariffs on all goods.

By reducing control over fishing.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker propose to do with the money saved from leaving?

Invest it in the UK economy.

Save it for future emergencies.

Send it to Brussels.

Use it for international aid.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on businesses relocating globally?

Businesses relocating globally is a natural process.

Businesses should only operate locally.

Businesses should focus solely on the UK market.

Businesses should avoid international markets.