2024 General Election

What are the Conservatives really saying when they say ‘don’t surrender’ to the Labour Party?

— What does it mean to talk of “fighting” and “surrender” in a democratic election? The use of these words by Rishi Sunak calls the democratic process into question.

2024 General Election

The vast majority of movement across UK borders is controlled – so why do Sunak and Starmer say we’ve ‘lost control’ of our borders?

— Despite Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer’s claims, UK borders are highly controlled. A detailed system tracks arrivals, yet only 30,000 people arrive irregularly. The debate on border control exaggerated issues, missing the complexity and humanitarian aspects.

2024 General Election

There was a telling difference between Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer’s use of pronouns in the final election debate

— Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer’s final debate highlighted their contrasting language styles. Sunak emphasised “I” and “me,” while Starmer balanced personal and collective pronouns, showcasing differing leadership approaches.

2024 General Election

What would a Reform surge do to Labour and the Liberal Democrats? Two scenarios mapped

— Labour’s Keir Starmer and LibDem’s Ed Davey appear to have a tacit agreement to avoid campaigning against each other, focusing on defeating the Conservatives. The Reform party could further divide the Conservative vote and increase their chances in marginal seats.

Disabled People

The UK doesn’t work for Disabled people. Neither party will change that

— So far, we’ve heard more about Starmer and Sunak’s parents than the UK’s 16 million Disabled UK citizens. Both main parties overlook significant reforms, prompting Disabled people to demand systemic change through collective action and a unified manifesto.

2024 General Election

Is Keir Starmer a socialist?

— Keir Starmer has sent mixed signals over the years. The Labour Leader claims to be a socialist, but his actions suggest a focus on social democracy. He promotes values like security and opportunity, advocating for limited public ownership while avoiding broader socialist principles.

2024 General Election

Party leaders grilled by public in election Question Time – Experts dissect the key issues

— In a BBC Question Time special, leaders Sunak, Starmer, Davey, and Swinney faced audience questions on policies. Key issues included NHS funding, trust in politicians, and economic strategies. Experts provided analysis, revealing practical challenges and limited ambition across parties.

2024 General Election

Three ways politicians always promise to raise money without increasing taxes – and why they rarely deliver

— Both Labour and Conservative parties exaggerate their opponents’ plans, relying on uncertain income streams for funding. Their common strategies include tax evasion crackdowns, efficiency savings, and welfare cuts, often proving difficult to implement and yielding less than expected.

OPINION

It’s all over for the Tories

— Rishi Sunak’s struggles in the general election campaign are highlighted by his embarrassing attempts to be relatable and his party’s failure to fulfil pledges. The Tories face disarray, with internal conflicts and a lack of campaign strategy.

2024 General Election

Election 2024: How many seats every party in Westminster is defending – and what they are aiming for on July 4

— Polls predict major losses for the Conservatives and gains for Labour. Each party in Westminster faces unique challenges, with Conservatives bracing for opposition and Labour aiming for a majority. Smaller parties also navigate significant electoral dynamics.

2024 General Election

How Sunak came up with disputed Labour tax figures – and what’s wrong with them

— In the first televised debate, Rishi Sunak claimed every working family would pay £2,000 more in tax under Labour. This figure, based on dubious Conservative calculations, has been widely discredited.

2024 General Election

Sunak and Starmer’s first TV debate: a tetchy PMQs where no one dared mention the F-word

— The first 2024 election debate felt anticlimactic, with Rishi Sunak indirectly addressing the absent Nigel Farage. Sunak’s aggressive tactics against Labour’s Keir Starmer suggested future ambitions over current priorities.

2024 General Election

What we know so far about Labour’s plan for Great British Energy

— Labour’s energy plan includes Great British Energy, aiming to reduce bills, boost energy security, and create jobs. Focused on renewables and energy efficiency, it avoids nationalisation, stressing investment in local and future energy sources.

2024 General Election

Election 2024: Rishi Sunak has already lost control of the narrative

— Rishi Sunak struggles to control the narrative against Labour’s Keir Starmer. Criticised for lacking an engaging personal story, Sunak’s failure to seize narrative control risks undermining his leadership.

COMMENT

Sunak wants six. Starmer two. But do live TV debates even matter any more?

— Rishi Sunak’s call for six weekly debates with Keir Starmer, dismissed by the leader of the Labour Party, highlights the diminished value of televised political debates in an era of social media and scripted interactions.

2024 General Election

Election 2024: Scotland headed for huge change with SNP set to lose dozens of seats to Labour

— After taking the vast majority of seats in the last two elections, the SNP looks set for major losses at the next general election.