More or Less: Behind the Stats How long does it take to turn around an oil tanker?
Sep 11, 2024
The podcast tackles misconceptions about financial benefits for migrants versus pensioners, revealing surprising truths about eligibility. It delves into the math mystery of division by zero, sparking curiosity about infinity. There's a thought-provoking discussion on why governments should invest more in evidence-based research for better social policies. Lastly, it uncovers the quick turnaround of oil tankers, demonstrating that it can happen in just four and a half minutes, prompting a reevaluation of familiar analogies in problem-solving.
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False WhatsApp Message
- A viral WhatsApp message falsely claimed pensioners receive £6,000 in benefits yearly while illegal immigrants/refugees get £30,000.
- Full Fact has been debunking this claim since 2012.
Actual State Pension
- The actual state pension is significantly higher than claimed in the viral message.
- The full new state pension provides around £11,500 annually, while the basic state pension offers about £8,800.
Benefits for Illegal Immigrants
- Illegal immigrants do not have access to public funds.
- They are unlikely to receive any benefits as suggested in the viral message.