Boris Johnson press conference on cost of living crisis

The transcript discusses the challenges of affordable housing, highlighting issues with quotas imposed by Labour governments and the lack of development. It emphasizes the need for market growth through infrastructure investments. The commitment to building 300,000 homes by mid-decade is addressed, along with the necessity of changing planning laws to combat nimbyism. Additionally, the rising fuel costs and tax differences between countries like Ireland, Spain, France, and the Netherlands are examined.

What is the main issue the speaker identifies with previous government housing policies?

• Lack of funding for housing projects

• Imposition of unrealistic quotas

• Insufficient infrastructure investments

• Over-reliance on private sector

What is the target number of homes the speaker commits to building by the middle of the decade?

• 300,000

• 350,000

• 245,000

• 200,000

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to meet housing targets?

• Reducing construction costs

• Importing building materials

• Changing planning laws

• Increasing taxes

According to the speaker, how much does it cost the average family to fill up their car?

• 50 quids

• 75 quids

• 100 quids

• 125 quids

Which country does the speaker mention as having a lower fuel duty than the UK?

• Italy

• Portugal

• Ireland

• Germany