Chancellor Rishi Sunak MP speaks at Downing Street press conference

Chancellor Rishi Sunak MP speaks at Downing Street press conference

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The video outlines a comprehensive plan to support British people and businesses during the crisis. It introduces a more generous job support scheme, increases self-employed income support grants, and launches a new grant scheme for businesses in high alert areas. The plan aims to bolster the economy by easing financial burdens on employers and providing targeted assistance to sectors like hospitality and leisure.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the government's plan as introduced in the video?

To support British people and businesses during the crisis

To increase taxes for businesses

To reduce government spending

To promote international trade

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the job support scheme been made more generous for employers?

By eliminating employer contributions entirely

By increasing the minimum working hours required

By reducing the government's contribution to wages

By allowing employees to work just one day a week

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of average profits will the self-employed income support grants now cover?

40%

30%

20%

10%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sectors are eligible for the new grant scheme in higher alert level areas?

Education and healthcare

Manufacturing and construction

Hospitality, leisure, and accommodation

Technology and finance

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum amount businesses can receive per month from the new grant scheme?

£1000

£2100

£3000

£1500