Rishi Sunak launches Kickstart employment scheme

The video discusses the £2 billion Kickstart scheme aimed at creating government-funded jobs for young people, who are economically vulnerable due to COVID-19. Companies are encouraged to participate in the scheme to provide opportunities for youth. The scheme is compared to the furlough scheme, with potential for expansion if successful. The speaker addresses tax speculation, emphasizing the focus on job protection and new initiatives like apprenticeships and traineeships.

What is the primary goal of the £2 billion kickstart scheme?

• To replace all well-paid jobs with government jobs

• To provide government-funded jobs for young people

• To increase taxes for large corporations

• To reduce the number of small businesses

Why is the kickstart scheme particularly important for young people?

• They are the least affected by the economic downturn

• They are the primary contributors to the economy

• They are most at risk economically due to the pandemic

• They have the highest employment rates

What will determine the expansion of the kickstart scheme?

• The level of public support

• The success and effectiveness of the scheme

• The number of companies participating

• The amount of government funding available

What is the speaker's response to speculation about tax increases?

• They confirm that taxes will be raised

• They deny any plans to raise taxes

• They refuse to comment on speculation

• They promise to lower taxes

What other initiatives are mentioned alongside the kickstart scheme?

• Reduction in public services

• Increased government spending

• Apprenticeships and traineeships

• New tax policies