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politics1 year ago•10 min saved

Starmer and Badenoch Clash Over Immigration at PMQs

During a lively Prime Minister's Questions session, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and opposition leader Kemi Badenoch clashed over immigration policies, with Badenoch questioning why immigration reduction wasn't among Starmer's recent milestones. Starmer criticized the previous Conservative government's record on migration, while Badenoch pledged a future cap on migration. Other topics included farming inheritance tax, clean energy, and the Middle East, with Starmer defending his government's policies and commitments.

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#immigration #keir-starmer #kemi-badenoch

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Starmer Faces Badenoch at PMQs Amid Tax Rise Debate

During Prime Minister's Questions, Kemi Badenoch challenged Keir Starmer on potential tax increases, while Starmer criticized the Conservative government's past economic policies. The session also touched on issues like the cost-of-living crisis, end-of-life care, and the closure of Vauxhall's Luton plant due to electric vehicle targets. Additionally, Starmer welcomed the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire and discussed the upcoming vote on the assisted dying bill.

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#keir-starmer #kemi-badenoch #politics

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"Assessing the Potential Pitfalls for Keir Starmer: Insights from Laura Kuenssberg"

Keir Starmer, the leader of the UK Labour Party, is gaining confidence as he prepares for Prime Minister's Questions and considers his potential future as prime minister. Despite facing challenges such as maintaining discipline within the party, avoiding unforced errors, and narrowing poll leads as a general election approaches, Starmer's team is focused on developing a detailed plan for governing. However, there are concerns that the party's emphasis on fiscal discipline and avoiding big spending promises may undermine its appeal to voters. Starmer's journey to Number 10 is seen as a marathon, not a sprint, with many obstacles and decisions ahead.

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#general-election #keir-starmer #labour-party