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• 136. Which of these best reflects why respect for the emergency services and NHS staff is emphasised as a value in the UK?

  • They provide essential public services and often work under significant pressure
  • They are private businesses that have no wider role in public life
  • Respect for them is not considered important
  • They receive no protection under the law

• 137. Which of these best reflects UK values regarding equal pay for equal work?

  • Men and women doing equal work are legally entitled to equal pay
  • Pay differences based on gender are permitted by law
  • Equal pay laws apply only to public sector jobs
  • There is no legal requirement for equal pay in the UK

• 138. Which of these best reflects UK values around protecting freedom to change or leave a religion?

  • People are free to change their religion or leave a faith without legal penalty
  • Leaving a religion is illegal in the UK
  • Only certain religions may be freely left
  • Changing religion requires written permission from a government department

• 139. Which of these best reflects the UK's expectations around respecting the results of a fair and open job recruitment process?

  • Recruitment decisions should be based on merit rather than personal connections or discrimination
  • Recruitment can be based solely on personal favouritism
  • Discrimination in hiring is legally acceptable as long as it goes undisclosed
  • There are no expectations regarding fairness in recruitment

• 140. Which of these best reflects UK values around supporting free and fair trade unions?

  • Workers are generally free to join a trade union to represent their interests
  • Trade unions are banned in the UK
  • Only government employees may join a union
  • Joining a trade union is compulsory for every worker in the UK

• 141. Which of these best reflects UK values around respecting the confidentiality of medical information?

  • Patient information is generally kept confidential, protected by law and professional codes
  • Medical information can be shared freely with anyone
  • Confidentiality applies only to private healthcare
  • There are no rules in place protecting the confidentiality of medical information

• 142. Which of these best reflects the responsibility to respect road safety laws in the UK, as part of respecting others' welfare?

  • Following traffic laws helps protect the safety of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians
  • Traffic laws are treated as optional suggestions rather than enforced rules
  • Only professional drivers must follow traffic laws
  • Road safety laws apply only on motorways

• 143. Which of these best reflects UK values around protecting the welfare of animals?

  • Animal welfare is protected by law, and cruelty to animals is a criminal offence
  • There are no laws protecting animal welfare in the UK
  • Animal cruelty is a civil matter only, with no criminal penalty
  • Animal welfare laws apply only to farm animals

• 144. Which of these best describes the value placed on supporting people experiencing homelessness in the UK?

  • Support services and some legal protections exist to help people who are homeless
  • Homelessness is entirely ignored by public policy
  • Only private charities may assist homeless people, with no state role
  • There is no support available for people experiencing homelessness

• 145. Which of these best describes UK values around respecting the right to strike?

  • Workers have a legally recognised right to take industrial action under certain conditions
  • Striking is illegal under all circumstances, regardless of the reason
  • Only public sector workers may strike
  • Employers may imprison striking workers

• 146. Which of these best describes why respecting confidentiality is valued in professional relationships, such as with a solicitor?

  • It builds trust and allows people to seek honest advice and support
  • Confidentiality is not expected in professional relationships
  • Professionals are required to share all client information publicly
  • Confidentiality applies only to medical professionals

• 147. Which TWO of these are rights available to everyone living lawfully in the UK, according to its shared values?

  • Freedom of belief and religion
  • The right to a fair trial
  • The right to unconditional citizenship on arrival
  • The right to public office without election

• 148. Which TWO of these reflect the responsibilities expected of everyone living in the UK?

  • Respecting and obeying the law
  • Respecting the rights of others
  • Owning property
  • Speaking multiple languages

• 149. Which TWO of these are examples of unlawful discrimination under UK equality law?

  • Refusing to hire someone due to their religion
  • Refusing service to someone due to their disability
  • Choosing not to hire someone with less relevant experience
  • Preferring one qualified candidate over another on merit

• 150. Which TWO of these are lawful ways to express disagreement with government policy in the UK?

  • Peaceful protest
  • Contacting your MP
  • Refusing to pay any tax
  • Vandalising public property