Interview with Amber Rudd and Barry Gardiner PT3

Interview with Amber Rudd and Barry Gardiner PT3

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The transcript discusses the distribution of tax burdens, focusing on the top 5% and corporations, and critiques the Labor Party's economic proposals. It compares historical and proposed corporation tax rates, highlighting Margaret Thatcher's policies. The impact of tax cuts on investment and economic growth is analyzed, with a focus on shareholder dividends. Future tax plans aim to reduce corporation tax to attract investment and boost the economy, with a goal of maintaining low unemployment rates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is primarily affected by the proposed tax changes?

The entire population

The top 5% of earners and corporations

Middle-income families

Small businesses

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical highest level of corporation tax mentioned?

26%

52%

34%

19%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the corporation tax rate in 2010?

34%

28%

19%

52%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the effect of reduced corporation tax on company investments?

Significant economic growth

Increased investment in research and development

Companies sitting on cash and distributing dividends

Higher employment rates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed corporation tax rate by 2020?

17%

26%

34%

52%