Sunak: What the NHS needs to tackle coronavirus it will get

Sunak: What the NHS needs to tackle coronavirus it will get

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Business, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video outlines a three-point plan to address the coronavirus crisis. First, it ensures the NHS receives all necessary resources. Second, it provides financial support for individuals, including statutory sick pay from day one and benefits for self-isolating individuals. Third, it supports self-employed and gig economy workers by easing access to benefits and removing the minimum income floor in Universal Credit. Additionally, a £500 million hardship fund is established to support vulnerable people, totaling a £1 billion commitment to financial security.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the first point in the three-point plan?

Providing resources to the NHS

Increasing public transportation

Improving education systems

Reducing taxes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has statutory sick pay been adjusted during the crisis?

It is only available to full-time employees

It is now paid from day one

It is reduced by 50%

It requires a doctor's visit

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who will benefit from the changes to contributory employment and support allowance?

Only full-time employees

Self-employed and gig economy workers

Retired individuals

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4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the £500 million hardship fund?

To increase government salaries

To support local businesses

To directly support vulnerable people

To fund new infrastructure projects

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total financial commitment mentioned in the plan to support people's financial security?

£750 million

£500 million

£1 billion

£2 billion