Judge me on growth, says Reeves as she faces Budget backlash from business

Judge me on growth, says Reeves as she faces Budget backlash from business

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The speaker addresses the lack of credible alternatives to their approach in stabilizing public finances, criticizing the previous government's handling. They emphasize setting a firm budget for public services, insisting on no further borrowing or tax increases. The speaker commits to a single annual budget, focusing on economic growth as the government's top priority.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker claim about the previous government's handling of public finances?

They had a better plan.

They were responsible for the current stability.

They spread misinformation.

They increased public trust.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on additional borrowing or taxes for public services?

They are open to it.

They will borrow more.

They are against it.

They plan to increase taxes.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did the speaker introduce regarding the budget process?

Increasing the number of budgets.

Conducting only one budget a year.

Eliminating budgets altogether.

Conducting two budgets a year.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the government according to the speaker?

Reducing taxes.

Growing the economy.

Increasing public spending.

Cutting public services.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe they won't need to conduct a similar budget again?

Because they have stabilized finances.

Because they have borrowed more.

Because they have reduced public services.

Because they have increased taxes.