Chancellor Rishi Sunak giving daily coronavirus press briefing

Laura Kuenssberg from the BBC raises concerns about the economic impact of the crisis, including potential unemployment. The chancellor acknowledges the challenges and discusses measures like the job retention scheme to mitigate the impact. He expresses hope for a quick recovery post-crisis, emphasizing the importance of the measures in place. The discussion also touches on the need for accurate statistics on deaths in care homes and the community.

What concern does Laura Kuenssberg raise regarding the economic impact of the crisis?

• The decrease in exports

• The rise in unemployment

• The increase in taxes

• The fall in stock prices

What does the chancellor say about the economic measures in place?

• They will increase unemployment

• They will have no effect

• They will help mitigate the impact

• They will only benefit large corporations

What is the purpose of the jobs retention scheme mentioned by the chancellor?

• To keep people employed and attached to their companies

• To reduce government spending

• To increase taxes

• To promote international trade

What does the chancellor hope for after the crisis?

• A permanent economic downturn

• A quick and strong economic rebound

• An increase in government debt

• A slow recovery

According to the chancellor, what will the economic measures help achieve in the long term?

• A decrease in household incomes

• A permanent loss of jobs

• A return to normalcy for lives and the economy

• An increase in inflation