Chancellor Rishi Sunak announces measure to help self-employed during coronavirus shutdown

The transcript outlines the British government's unprecedented economic interventions to protect public health and economic security. It details support measures for the NHS, businesses, and workers, including wage subsidies, tax deferrals, and loans. Despite these efforts, challenges remain, but there is confidence in the measures' ability to support families and businesses through the crisis.

What has the British government prioritized in recent weeks?

• Reducing public services

• Expanding military operations

• Protecting public health and economic security

• Increasing taxes

What percentage of wages is the government covering for furloughed workers?

• 50%

• 80%

• 60%

• 100%

How much has the government deferred in tax payments?

• £40 billion

• £30 billion

• £20 billion

• £10 billion

What is the maximum cash grant available for small business properties?

• £10,000

• £15,000

• £20,000

• £25,000

What is one of the challenges mentioned despite the support measures?

• Decreased public spending

• Rising interest rates

• Inability to protect every job

• Increased inflation