UK 2017 General Election - Conservatives May and Hammond economic press conference

The video discusses the UK's economic progress due to a credible plan, highlighting a significant reduction in the deficit and rapid economic growth. Employment has increased substantially since the previous labor government. However, the progress is at risk if incorrect policies are adopted in the future.

What was the primary focus of the British government's economic plan?

• To increase exports

• To stabilize and repair the economy

• To reduce public spending

• To increase taxes

By how much has the deficit been reduced as a share of GDP?

• By a quarter

• By one-third

• By almost three-quarters

• By half

How does the UK's economic growth compare to other developed nations?

• It is slower

• It is one of the fastest

• It is average

• It is the slowest

How many jobs have been added since the previous government?

• 3.5 million

• 4.2 million

• 1.5 million

• 2.9 million

What is the risk if the wrong policies are pursued in the future?

• Taxes will increase

• Public spending will rise

• Economic progress could be lost

• Exports will decrease