Chancellor Rishi Sunak announces measure to help self-employed during coronavirus shutdown

The transcript outlines the British government's unprecedented economic interventions to protect public health and economic security. It details support measures for the NHS, businesses, and workers, including wage subsidies, tax deferrals, and loans. Despite these efforts, challenges remain, but there is confidence in the measures' ability to support families and businesses through the crisis.

What is the overall goal of the measures taken as described in the text?

What support was provided for renters through the local housing allowance?