Sunak and Starmer Clash Over Tax in Heated First Debate
In the first TV debate of the 2024 general election, Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer clashed over tax, the NHS, and immigration. Sunak accused Labour of planning to increase taxes by £2,000 per family, which Starmer dismissed as "absolute garbage." Both leaders shared personal stories and faced questions on the cost of living crisis, NHS waiting lists, and immigration policies. The debate was heated, with the host intervening to calm the exchanges. Sunak's stance on private healthcare and the European Convention on Human Rights also drew significant attention.