Sir Ed Davey speech to Liberal Democrat conference

The transcript addresses the urgent need for social care reform, highlighting the challenges faced by the NHS and the lack of cash support. It calls for cross-party talks to address these issues, emphasizing the importance of fixing social care in light of the COVID crisis. The speaker advocates for a universal basic income, particularly benefiting carers, and stresses the need for economic fairness as society emerges from the pandemic. The focus is on creating a more caring society and supporting those affected by the pandemic's economic impact.

What is one of the main issues faced by people stranded in hospitals according to the speaker?

• Lack of medical staff

• Inadequate follow-up care

• High treatment costs

• Poor hospital facilities

Why does the speaker emphasize the need for cross-party talks on social care?

• To increase NHS funding

• To improve hospital infrastructure

• To address urgent social care needs

• To reduce healthcare costs

What initiative is the Liberal Democrats championing to support carers?

• Tax cuts for carers

• Increased NHS funding

• Universal basic income

• Universal healthcare

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for a fair economic recovery post-pandemic?

• More support for hard-hit sectors

• Higher taxes

• Increased government borrowing

• Privatization of public services

Who does the speaker believe should receive help due to exclusion from the self-employed scheme?

• People excluded from the scheme

• Public sector employees

• Retired individuals

• Large corporations