UK: British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak statement at the press conference on health and the future of social

The video discusses the introduction of a new UK-wide health and social care levy to fund vital spending. Starting next April, businesses, employees, and the self-employed will pay an extra 1.25% on earnings, with all funds legally ringfenced for health and social care. The levy is designed to be fair and transparent, with adjustments to dividend tax rates and inclusion of those over 66 from 2023. The government acknowledges the difficulty of raising taxes but emphasizes the necessity due to extraordinary circumstances and the commitment to maintaining the NHS as free at the point of use.

What is the primary purpose of the new UK-wide health and social care levy?

• To fund education initiatives

• To support environmental projects

• To finance health and social care

• To reduce national debt

How will the levy be reflected in people's pay slips?

• As a hidden charge

• As a separate line item

• As an increase in base salary

• As a deduction from bonuses

Which group will also see an increase in tax rates alongside the levy?

• Dividend recipients

• Property owners

• Pensioners

• Students

Why is the government introducing this levy despite not wanting to raise taxes?

• To fund international aid

• To compete with other countries

• To address extraordinary circumstances

• To increase government salaries

What principle has been a part of the UK's National Health Service for over 70 years?

• Paid for by insurance premiums

• Available only to citizens

• Funded by private donations

• Free at the point of use