Rishi Sunak interview ahead of hustings in Eastbourne part 1

The video discusses the need to revise funding formulas to address deprivation across the UK, not just in urban areas. It highlights the importance of recognizing needs in towns and rural areas, and the efforts made to update these formulas. The speaker emphasizes the goal of equitable investment across regions, ensuring opportunities and pride for all communities.

What is the main reason the speaker believes funding formulas need to be revised?

• To reduce government spending

• To address deprivation across the entire country

• To focus solely on urban areas

• To increase taxes in rural areas

What role did the speaker have in changing the funding formulas?

• Secretary of State

• Mayor

• Prime Minister

• Local government minister

What is the purpose of the leveling up fund mentioned by the speaker?

• To decrease urban development

• To invest in communities across the country

• To support only rural areas

• To fund international projects

How does the speaker respond to concerns about regional competition for funding?

• By proposing a halt to all funding

• By stating that urban areas will receive all the funding

• By emphasizing the need for accurate funding formulas based on need

• By suggesting a reduction in public sector pay

What is the ultimate goal of the speaker's proposed changes to funding distribution?

• To ensure only urban areas prosper

• To create equal opportunities and pride in all regions

• To increase taxes in towns

• To focus on international investments