Boris Johnson speech on cost of living crisis

The transcript discusses the government's investment in education, defense, and other sectors, emphasizing the need to reduce the high tax burden caused by COVID-19. It argues that economic growth, not increased taxation and spending, is the solution to current economic challenges. The government aims to implement supply side reforms to reduce costs and improve efficiency, particularly by reducing the size of central government and encouraging private sector growth.

What is one of the main issues highlighted in the first section regarding hospital beds?

• They are not up to modern standards.

• They are too expensive to maintain.

• They are occupied by patients who could be cared for elsewhere.

• They are underutilized.

According to the second section, what is not a solution to the current economic challenges?

• Increasing taxes

• Reducing government spending

• Encouraging economic growth

• Implementing supply-side reforms

What does the second section suggest is necessary for economic recovery?

• Higher taxes

• More government spending

• Economic growth

• Increased regulation

What is the government's plan to reduce costs as mentioned in the third section?

• Implement supply-side reforms

• Raise taxes

• Increase the size of the central government

• Expand public sector jobs

What is the goal of the supply-side reforms discussed in the third section?

• To increase government size

• To reduce private sector involvement

• To cut costs for businesses and citizens

• To raise taxes