Labour and SNP leaders say they'd offer to buy baby formula if they saw parent stealing it

Starmer: This must be a summer of change

Sir Keir Starmer calls for a “summer of change” ahead of the general election on Thursday saying, “the fight for change is for you, but change will only happen if you vote for it.” Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer: We must return politics to service

Sir Keir Starmer asks voters to vote for change, saying unless they do “change won’t happen”. After delivering a speech at Hitchin Town Football Club in Hertfordshire, he was asked if he was concerned about being the least popular Labour leader. He responded saying, “I stand on my record”. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM insists only the Tories can ‘stand up’ to the SNP

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak insists only the Conservatives have the "courage to stand up to the nationalists" as he launches the Scottish Tory manifesto in Edinburgh. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Swinney: I'll put pressure on Westminster over independence

John Swinney says if he were to be re-elected as Scottish First Minister, he would "intensify pressure" on Parliament over Scotland's bid for independence and accuses the Westminster government of "escaping scrutiny" on the subject. After launching his party's manifesto, the SNP leader adds "we cannot be climate deniers" and that it is "irresponsible" of the prime minister to pledge to authorise 100 new oil and gas licenses. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Swinney: People are desperate to get rid of awful Tory govt

John Swinney has said people are "absolutely desperate to get rid of this awful, awful Conservative government", as he launched the Scottish National Party's election manifesto. The SNP leader added Scotland will win its independence through the "power of democracy" and that Scotland could then become an EU member in its own right for the first time. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Leaders Clash on Tax and Immigration in ITV Election Debate

Seven party leaders and representatives took the stage for ITV's second General Election debate on Thursday evening, addressing issues such as taxes, immigration, and the cost of living. On stage were Penny Mordaunt from the Conservatives, Angela Rayner from Labour, Stephen Flynn from the SNP, Daisy Cooper from the Liberal Democrats, Rhun ap Iorwerth from Plaid Cymru, Carla Denyer from the Green Party, and Nigel Farage from Reform UK. The debate was moderated by Julie Etchingham of ITV News, who asked questions on key topics selected by the public ahead of the event. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

John Swinney launches SNP General Election Campaign

The people of Scotland “want rid of this disastrous, chaotic Tory government”, the First Minister has said. John Swinney spoke at the SNP’s Westminster campaign launch, where he told the crowd that Scottish citizens want a party that is laser-focused on their concerns – a party that is going to “help them and their families live happier, healthier lives”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

John Swinney sworn in as Scotland's new First Minister

John Swinney has officially been sworn in as Scotland’s new First Minister at the Court of Session in Edinburgh. It comes after the Perthshire North MSP - who has previously served as finance secretary, education secretary and deputy first minister for the Scottish government- was elected SNP leader unopposed on following the resignation of Humza Yousaf. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Main opposition Labour party tipped to win UK elections

Labour describes 'critical few days' ahead of election

Labour's Pat McFadden describes the final run up to the election as "a critical few days," and warns that people should not make assumptions about the outcome of the election. The National Campaign Coordinator said: We are offering change to the country, a chance to turn the page on the to years, but change will only come if people vote for it, and nobody should assume anything about the election campaign on Thursday. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer thanks veterans on Armed Forces Day

Sir Keir Starmer visits veterans at a veterans’ coffee morning in the South East of England to mark Armed Forces Day. The Labour leaders said that the day gives an opportunity “to say thank you to all of those who are serving and have served and to remember the contribution that they have made to our country.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Labour commits to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP

John Healey, Shadow Defence Secretary, insists that a Labour government would increase defence spending by 2.5% of GDO, saying that he is "totally committed to raising it." He says that Labour will complete a defence review within the first year of government, if elected. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Lib Dems: People in Scotland doubly let down

On the campaign trail in Scotland, Sir Ed Davey calls for change as he says the people of the country have been doubly let down by the Conservatives in Westminster and SNP in Holyrood. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Ed Davey shows off circus skills

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has shown off his circus skills during an election campaign visit in Edinburgh, Scotland. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Lib Dems fighting against boundary changes in Scotland

Sir Ed Davey says his party are fighting against boundary changes in Scotland which would make many of their seats SNP in this election. Liberal Democrat leader said however, that he's getting a positive response from voters. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Ed Davey tries playing shinty in Scotland

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has tried his hand at playing the Scottish Highlands sport of shinty on a visit to Fife today. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn