Prime Minister toured Hanson UK’s plant in Penmaenmawr

Prime Minister toured Hanson UK’s plant in Penmaenmawr

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Business, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the reopening of a railway line in Aberconwy to meet the demand for high-quality granite from North Wales, driven by UK infrastructure projects. It highlights the economic benefits and job creation in the region. The video also addresses post-COVID economic challenges, such as skilled worker shortages, and introduces the Way to Work scheme to help people transition from welfare to employment, aiming to fill job vacancies and reduce inflation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for reopening the railway line at the Penn. My Morin site?

To create a new mining site

To boost tourism in North Wales

To meet the demand for high-quality granite

To improve local transportation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's plan to address the shortage of skilled workers?

Reduce taxes for businesses

Provide free education

Launch the 'Way to Work' scheme

Increase immigration

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many job vacancies are currently available in the UK according to the transcript?

1.25 million

1.8 million

500,000

2 million

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the target number of people the 'Way to Work' scheme aims to employ by June?

250,000

500,000

750,000

1 million

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sectors are experiencing a shortage of skilled workers post-COVID?

Technology and Finance

Agriculture and Manufacturing

Hospitality and Retail

Education and Healthcare