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

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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.

UK to hold general election on July 4, as Labour leads polls

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UK to hold general election on July 4, as Labour leads polls

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called for a national election on July 4, where voters will choose between stability with him or the unknown with Labour leader Keir Starmer. Sunak, who is behind in the polls, is taking a risk by calling the election earlier than expected. Both parties have begun campaigning, with Sunak accusing Labour of planning to increase taxes if in power, while Labour criticizes the government for economic mismanagement. If Labour wins, Britain will have had six prime ministers in eight years for the first time since the 1830s. Starmer has pledged to “rebuild Britain” if Labour forms the next government. Sunak hopes to capitalize on uncertainty and economic gains to boost his party’s fortunes in the election.

‘, Time to choose’: Rishi Sunak calls UK national election for July 4

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‘, Time to choose’: Rishi Sunak calls UK national election for July 4

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called a national election for July 4, with his Conservative party expected to lose to the opposition Labour Party. Sunak emphasized his achievements in government and urged voters to choose between progress or uncertainty. Labour leader Keir Starmer focused on the need for change. Sunak, trailing in opinion polls, is taking a risk by calling an early election, facing challenges within his party and economic uncertainties. Both parties are already campaigning on economic and defense issues. If Labour wins, it would be the sixth prime minister in eight years. Some Labour officials are concerned about undecided voters and the need for a significant swing in votes to secure a majority. Sunak may be banking on a controversial asylum seeker scheme to boost his party’s chances.

‘, Rebuild Britain’: Labour sets out first steps for government

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‘, Rebuild Britain’: Labour sets out first steps for government

Keir Starmer, the leader of Britain’s opposition Labour party, outlined six priorities for his party if they win the upcoming national election.