Council staff should not be working four-day weeks, says Michael Gove

The video discusses the responsibilities of local government and the expectations of taxpayers. It emphasizes the need for local government employees to work a full five-day week to justify the services funded by council tax. The speaker argues that taxpayers deserve to see efficient service delivery for every penny paid in council tax.

Why does the speaker believe accountability is important in local government?

• To privatize local services

• To increase taxes

• To reduce the number of government employees

• To ensure services are delivered efficiently

What is the speaker's view on the work schedule for local government employees?

• They should work a flexible schedule

• They should work a full five-day week

• They should work only part-time

• They should work from home

According to the speaker, what justifies the taxes paid by citizens?

• Increased government transparency

• Full-time work by local government employees

• Reduction in public spending

• Efficient use of resources

What does the speaker suggest about local government workers who are also taxpayers?

• They should be given additional benefits

• They should have reduced work hours

• They should work a full week like other taxpayers

• They should receive tax exemptions

What is the speaker's final message regarding local government work expectations?

• Local government should hire more employees

• Local government workers should fulfill a full working week

• Local government should reduce taxes

• Local government should increase salaries