Andy Burnham speaks to the media outside Bridgewater Hall

The speaker emphasizes the importance of doing what's right for people, referencing a commitment to provide 80% furlough support for those facing reduced wages. This is a pressing reality for many in Greater Manchester. The speaker also highlights efforts to support self-employed and low-paid individuals, stressing the necessity of adequate financial aid.

What is the main focus of the speaker's commitment as mentioned in the first section?

• Increasing wages by 20%

• Offering free healthcare

• Reducing taxes for businesses

• Providing 80% furlough for affected workers

Why does the speaker emphasize the situation in Greater Manchester?

• To highlight a hypothetical scenario

• To discuss a future plan

• To stress the current reality for many people

• To talk about a past event

What is the speaker's stance on supporting self-employed individuals?

• They should receive 50% of their income

• They should receive no support

• They should receive 80% of their income

• They should be left to manage on their own

What does the speaker question about signing a deal?

• How to increase taxes

• How to provide less than 80% support

• How to reduce unemployment

• How to improve education

What does the speaker believe is the basic level of support needed?

• No support

• 50% of income

• 80% of income

• 100% of income