THE BUDGET

Geoffrey Sumner reports on the budget season, highlighting the cautious nature of the Chancellor's proposals. The budget is not expected to improve the average pay packet, but it encourages savings. Notably, the cinema entertainment duty is abolished, aligning it with other entertainment forms.

Who is reporting the Movietone segment?

• The Chancellor

• Mr. Hethcadamery

• Geoffrey Sumner

• A news anchor

What is the general expectation about the Chancellor's budget?

• It will decrease savings

• It will increase taxes

• It will be cautious

• It will be generous

What is the main focus of the budget according to the report?

• Reducing national debt

• Encouraging savings

• Boosting employment

• Increasing public spending

What change was made regarding cinema entertainment?

• No changes

• Subsidies introduced

• Abolition of duty

• Increased taxes

How does the abolition of the cinema duty affect its status?

• It becomes more expensive

• It gains government support

• It is now on par with other entertainment

• It loses popularity