Leo Varadkar confident over imminent Brexit deal

Leo Varadkar confident over imminent Brexit deal

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The transcript discusses the ongoing Brexit negotiations, emphasizing the importance of reaching an agreement beneficial to Ireland, the UK, and the EU. It outlines the objectives of avoiding a hard border, maintaining the All Island economy, and protecting the single market. The speaker highlights the preparations for a no deal Brexit, including a financial package to support vulnerable sectors. The conclusion stresses the potential for resilience and the readiness to use additional financial resources if necessary.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the unresolved issues in the Brexit negotiations mentioned by the speaker?

The role of the United Nations

The consent mechanism

The status of Gibraltar

The future of the European Parliament

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main objectives the speaker mentions regarding Brexit?

To create a new trade agreement with the US

To avoid a hard border between North and South

To establish a new currency

To expand the European Union

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the €1 billion package mentioned in the Budget 2020?

To fund new infrastructure projects

To support the agriculture and vulnerable sectors in case of a no-deal Brexit

To increase military spending

To reduce taxes for large corporations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much of the Brexit package is allocated for immediate deployment on November 1st?

€500 million

€200 million

€110 million

€50 million

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial resource does the speaker mention as a backup in case more funds are needed?

The rainy day funds

The European Central Bank

The World Bank

The International Monetary Fund