Starmer pledges to freeze fuel bills by extending windfall tax

The video discusses the impact of rising energy prices on households, highlighting the lack of effective government action. It critiques the political leadership for failing to address the crisis and presents a proposal for a windfall tax on oil and gas companies to alleviate the burden on households. The speaker emphasizes the need for immediate action to prevent further hardship during the winter months.

What is the expected change in average energy bills from October to January?

• From £2500 to £4000, then to £4500

• From £1500 to £3000, then to £4000

• From £1000 to £2000, then to £3000

• From £2000 to £3500, then to £4200

What is the main criticism of the government's handling of the energy crisis?

• They have focused too much on businesses

• They have reduced energy prices too quickly

• They have not proposed any meaningful solutions

• They have implemented too many policies

What was Labour's initial proposal to address the energy crisis?

• Reduce energy consumption by 50%

• Increase VAT on fuel bills

• Implement a windfall tax on oil and gas companies

• Subsidize energy companies

How does Labour plan to prevent the predicted energy price hikes?

• By reducing energy consumption

• By increasing government subsidies

• By implementing a windfall tax on oil and gas companies

• By negotiating with energy suppliers

What choice does Labour present regarding oil and gas company profits?

• Increase profits or increase government subsidies

• Allow profits to decrease or increase household energy bills

• Increase profits or reduce business taxes

• Allow profits to increase or reduce household energy bills