Track 23

Track 23.

Conversation 1.

It looks like the government is going to raise taxes in the budget tomorrow.

Seriously?

I really don’t see how that could be a good idea.

It’ll reduce spending and affect the economy without a doubt.

Conversation 2

They just said on the local news that the bus companies are planning to reduce fares for travel after ten o’clock to get more people to come into town.

That certainly sounds like it would work well.

It would definitely help shops and businesses, as well as the local attractions.

Conversation 3

Oh no, not again!

The air traffic controllers are going on strike.

That will cause massive delays at the airports and ruin a lot of travel plans.

Well, to be honest, I’m not really worried.

I’m travelling by train for my holiday.

Conversation 4

It says here in today’s paper that the government is going to offer free dental checks to people over 60.

I’m all for that.

Anything that helps people take care of their teeth has to be a good thing.

Conversation 5

There’s a report in the sports section that says Athletic are going to buy that Brazilian striker Reginaldo for £40 million pound.

That much?

I can’t seriously believe that!

I really don’t think he’s as good as the experts say he is.

Conversation 6

The government is going to bring more doctors and medical staff from abroad to fill vacancies.

Maybe they should try to find more here.

It’s all the same to me.

As long as they’re qualified and speak good English, it shouldn’t matter where they’re from.