Lizz Truss PM holds press conference after sacking chancellor

Lizz Truss PM holds press conference after sacking chancellor

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The speaker expresses regret over losing a friend and colleague but introduces Jeremy Hunt as the new chancellor, highlighting his experience and shared vision. The new chancellor will deliver a fiscal plan and support measures, including an energy price guarantee. The speaker emphasizes the need for economic growth, improved wages, and public services, while ensuring economic stability and acting in the national interest. Despite challenges, the speaker is optimistic about achieving sustained growth and prosperity for future generations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who has been appointed as the new chancellor?

Theresa May

Boris Johnson

Jeremy Hunt

Rishi Sunak

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key responsibilities of the new chancellor?

Leading the healthcare reforms

Managing foreign relations

Overseeing the education sector

Delivering the medium-term fiscal plan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the energy price guarantee mentioned in the speech?

To increase energy exports

To promote renewable energy sources

To reduce taxes on energy companies

To protect people from higher energy bills

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's primary consideration as Prime Minister?

Acting in the national interest

Winning the next election

Reducing immigration

Improving international relations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe will transform the country's prosperity for future generations?

Strong and sustained growth

Cutting public services

Increased taxation

Reducing government spending