TUC DELEGATES HEAR SIR STAFFORD CRIPPS

The video features Lionel Gamlin reporting on the Trades Union Congress at Margate, where Sir Stafford Cripps delivered a significant address on the need for increased productivity. He emphasized the influential role of the Congress in shaping the country's economic future. Cripps praised the British workers and management for their efforts and restraint, which have led to improvements in the nation's circumstances. He urged continued dedication to productivity to achieve economic independence and higher living standards, despite current limitations.

What was the main topic addressed by Sir Stafford Cripps at the Trades Union Congress?

• The importance of international trade

• The need for greater production

• The history of the Trades Union Congress

• The role of technology in industry

How did British workers and management respond to the call for increased effort?

• By focusing on international markets

• By reducing working hours

• By showing remarkable effort and restraint

• By demanding higher wages

What was achieved through the hard work and self-denial of the British people?

• A decline in productivity

• A rapid improvement in economic circumstances

• A decrease in international trade

• An increase in unemployment

What is the ultimate goal of focusing on productivity according to the speech?

• To increase international trade

• To achieve economic independence and higher standards

• To reduce working hours

• To improve technology in industries

What does Sir Stafford Cripps suggest is necessary for achieving higher standards for workers?

• Expansion of international trade

• Reduction in taxes

• Continued focus on productivity

• Increased government intervention