Ed Balls Giving Speech In Birmingham

The transcript discusses the repeated claims by George Osborne and David Cameron about not planning to raise VAT, drawing parallels with similar claims made by Tory predecessors in the 70s, 90s, and 2010. Despite these claims, VAT was increased from 17.5% to 20% in 2010, impacting families financially. The transcript highlights the recurring pattern of such claims before elections and the subsequent VAT increases, suggesting a hidden agenda. It emphasizes the public's awareness of this pattern and the potential for history to repeat itself in 2015.

What was the VAT rate increased to shortly after the 2010 general election?

• 22%

• 20%

• 17.5%

• 15%

Which items did the government attempt to apply VAT to, as mentioned in the video?

• Clothing and shoes

• Electronics and appliances

• Pasties and caravans

• Books and newspapers

In which years did similar VAT-related claims and actions occur, according to the video?

• 1979, 1992, 2010

• 1980, 1990, 2000

• 1985, 1995, 2005

• 1975, 1985, 1995

What is the public's perception when the Tories claim they have no plans to raise VAT?

• They assume it will be abolished

• They think it will remain the same

• They expect a secret plan to raise it

• They believe it will decrease

What was George Osborne's response when asked about future VAT increases?

• He promised a decrease

• He avoided the question

• He denied any plans for an increase

• He confirmed a future increase