Sir Ed Davey speech to Liberal Democrat conference

Sir Ed Davey speech to Liberal Democrat conference

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The transcript addresses the urgent need for social care reform, highlighting the challenges faced by the NHS and the lack of cash support. It calls for cross-party talks to address these issues, emphasizing the importance of fixing social care in light of the COVID crisis. The speaker advocates for a universal basic income, particularly benefiting carers, and stresses the need for economic fairness as society emerges from the pandemic. The focus is on creating a more caring society and supporting those affected by the pandemic's economic impact.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main issues faced by people stranded in hospitals according to the speaker?

Lack of medical staff

Inadequate follow-up care

High treatment costs

Poor hospital facilities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker emphasize the need for cross-party talks on social care?

To increase NHS funding

To improve hospital infrastructure

To address urgent social care needs

To reduce healthcare costs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What initiative is the Liberal Democrats championing to support carers?

Tax cuts for carers

Increased NHS funding

Universal basic income

Universal healthcare

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for a fair economic recovery post-pandemic?

More support for hard-hit sectors

Higher taxes

Increased government borrowing

Privatization of public services

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who does the speaker believe should receive help due to exclusion from the self-employed scheme?

People excluded from the scheme

Public sector employees

Retired individuals

Large corporations