UK PM Boris Johnson visits training facility in County Durham

UK PM Boris Johnson visits training facility in County Durham

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The video discusses the government's financial support measures to help citizens through tough economic times, including aid for pensioners and those on disability benefits. It highlights the strong economic position due to high employment rates, which supports the tax base. Concerns about inflation due to increased spending are addressed, with assurances that the measures are necessary due to rising energy and food costs. The video also touches on the economic aftershocks of COVID-19 and the strategies being employed to recover and strengthen the economy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total amount of financial support provided to eight million homes?

£2000

£1500

£1200

£800

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

How much additional support is given to pensioners entitled to cold weather payments?

£100

£200

£400

£300

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor in maintaining a strong economic position according to the government?

High tax rates

Reduced government spending

Strong employment rate

Increased exports

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's stance on the inflationary impact of spending more than the windfall tax revenue?

It will have no impact

It will definitely cause inflation

It will reduce inflation

It is necessary to match increased living costs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic challenge is the government addressing with its fiscal measures?

Decreasing employment rates

Spiking energy prices

Rising export costs

Increasing interest rates