PM: Government has 'fiscal firepower' to support people during cost-of-living crisis

PM: Government has 'fiscal firepower' to support people during cost-of-living crisis

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The transcript covers a range of topics including gratitude for the Metropolitan Police's work, anticipation for Sue Gray's report, and a discussion on obesity policy and its economic impact. It highlights the government's economic support measures post-COVID, challenges in energy supply and costs, and financial relief measures including tax cuts. The speaker emphasizes the importance of addressing current and future energy issues and providing support to citizens during tough economic times.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the speaker is looking forward to Sue Gray's report?

To express gratitude towards the Met

To provide further updates next week

To discuss energy supply issues

To address obesity policies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker mention Jamie Oliver in the discussion?

To highlight a protest against energy policies

To express support for his culinary initiatives

To criticize his stance on nuclear energy

To discuss a protest related to obesity policies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic measure is highlighted as a result of coming out of COVID?

Reduction in food bills

Fiscal firepower to support livelihoods

Support for agricultural sectors

Increased investment in nuclear energy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is identified as a historic mistake in the energy supply strategy?

Importing electricity from France

Not investing enough in nuclear energy

Over-reliance on hydrocarbons

Ignoring renewable energy sources

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial support is mentioned to help with energy costs?

Subsidies for agricultural energy use

A cut in National Insurance contributions

Introduction of new energy taxes

Increase in National Insurance contributions