In heated debate, Sunak, Starmer lock horns on the economy

In heated debate, Sunak, Starmer lock horns on the economy

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour challenger Keir Starmer debated over how to boost Britain’s economy, with Sunak accusing Labour of wanting to increase taxes if they win power. Sunak claimed that Labour would raise taxes by £2,000, but Starmer called this figure “nonsense.” Starmer criticized the Conservative Party for presiding over economic chaos and opposed Sunak’s plan for mandatory national service. Sunak also discussed tackling immigration by sending illegal asylum seekers to Rwanda, while Starmer said he had a plan to address immigration concerns. An opinion poll after the debate suggested that Sunak had won.

Conservatives say they will define sex as biological to end ‘confusion’

Conservatives say they will define sex as biological to end ‘confusion’

Britain’s Conservatives plan to explicitly define sex as biological in the Equality Act if they win the election on July 4. They argue that this will strengthen protections for women and girls while ensuring privacy and dignity for all. The Labour Party believes clearer guidance for service providers is needed instead of altering the law. The proposed change would not affect existing protections against discrimination based on gender reassignment.

Lagging in polls, UK Conservatives pitch national service at 18

Lagging in polls, UK Conservatives pitch national service at 18

The Conservative Party in Britain plans to introduce mandatory national service for 18-year-olds if they win the national election on July 4.