Liz Truss challenges Rishi Sunak to cut even more taxes after U-turn on VAT

Liz Truss challenges Rishi Sunak to cut even more taxes after U-turn on VAT

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The transcript discusses the competitive nature of international tax rates, highlighting that the current rate is among the lowest globally. It emphasizes the need for tax cuts to stimulate economic growth, particularly for businesses driving productivity. The speaker advocates for reversing the National Insurance rise, which has financially impacted families, and calls for lower taxes to create future opportunities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries are mentioned as having lower tax rates than the speaker's country?

Canada, Australia, Japan, and South Korea

Germany, France, Italy, and Spain

China, India, Brazil, and Mexico

Russia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Indonesia

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's proposed solution to stimulate economic growth?

Implement significant tax cuts

Increase government spending

Raise interest rates

Introduce new trade tariffs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial change does the speaker want to reverse to help families?

Value-added tax (VAT) increase

Corporate tax hike

National Insurance rise

Income tax increase

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do families in Romford desire according to the speaker?

Better healthcare services

More government subsidies

Lower taxes for businesses and individuals

Higher wages

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of reducing tax burdens according to the speaker?

To increase government revenue

To reduce inflation

To balance the national budget

To create future economic opportunities