Rishi Sunak launches Kickstart employment scheme

The video discusses the launch of the Kickstart scheme, aimed at helping young people enter a challenging job market. It highlights the economic difficulties faced by youth and introduces the government-funded initiative designed to provide skills, experience, and job opportunities. The scheme is backed by £2 billion to create jobs for young people.

What is the main purpose of the event being hosted?

• To announce a new government policy

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To introduce the Kickstart scheme

• To launch a new educational program

Why is the current job market particularly challenging for young people?

• As a result of technological advancements

• Due to a lack of educational opportunities

• Because of the recent economic downturn

• Owing to increased competition from older workers

What is the primary goal of the Kickstart scheme?

• To provide scholarships for higher education

• To increase the minimum wage

• To offer government-funded jobs to young people

• To reduce taxes for new businesses

How much funding has been allocated to the Kickstart scheme?

• £4 billion

• £1 billion

• £2 billion

• £3 billion

Approximately how many jobs is the Kickstart scheme expected to create?

• 300,000 jobs

• 100,000 jobs

• 200,000 jobs

• 250,000 jobs