Kate Green: Government must do more to support families in need

Kate Green: Government must do more to support families in need

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The video discusses the pressures faced by families during the pandemic, including job concerns and the lack of school meal programs. It highlights community efforts led by figures like Marcus Rashford to address these issues. The importance of partnerships between councils, charities, and the government is emphasized, alongside the challenges of the winter COVID grant. Concerns about the potential removal of the Universal Credit uplift are raised, with a call for government action to secure family incomes and prevent further poverty.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main concerns for families during the pandemic as discussed in the first section?

Rising housing costs

Increased travel restrictions

Challenges with home schooling

Lack of access to healthcare

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who played a significant role in mobilizing community support for school meals?

David Beckham

Theresa May

Marcus Rashford

Boris Johnson

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major criticism of the government's response as mentioned in the second section?

Over-reliance on local councils

Lack of a national school food program

Increased taxes on food

Excessive spending on education

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of removing the £20 uplift in Universal Credit?

Decrease in unemployment

Increase in child poverty

Reduction in government debt

Improvement in family savings

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the £20 uplift in Universal Credit considered crucial for families?

It reduces the need for community support

It encourages families to save more

It compensates for previous cuts and freezes

It helps families afford luxury items