Leaders Clash on Tax and Immigration in ITV Election Debate
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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.
Nigel Farage hinted at backing from Elon Musk and Donald Trump for the 2029 General Election, saying at a press conference, "Well, that's what friends are for." Farageâs comments suggest potential international support as he positions himself and Reform UK for the future political contest. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Conservative shadow minister Richard Holden says it is âfantastic newsâ to see British-Israeli national Emily Damari released from captivity in Gaza, but adds that there is âa lot of anxiety thereâ for the families of the remaining hostages. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Kemi Badenoch has denied the Conservatives would consider means testing the pensions triple lock, as she accused her opponents of trying to "scare people". Sky News
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner defends the governmentâs decision to bypass local housing committees in reaching housebuilding targets. She says, âweâre going to set the clear standards that we expect to deliver the housing that people needâ.
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Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner says the government's new national planning policy framework will streamline the planning process and deliver much-needed homes. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has stressed the need for a political solution in Syria following the fall of the Assad regime, calling for a United Nations resolution which focuses on protecting civilians and infrastructure. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The suspended Labour MP Mike Amesbury has pleaded guilty to assault at Chester Magistrates' Court after he was charged with punching a man to the ground during an alleged assault last October. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The shadow housing secretary says, "it's good the economy is growing because it's not been growing since Labour took over". Kevin Hollinrake's comments come after latest figures show that the economy grew by 0.1% in November says the economic "black hole" that Labour claims it inherited from the previous Conservative government is "self-inflicted" and was caused by pay rises given to public sector workers "without any negotiation, without any strings attached in terms of productivity". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Nicola Sturgeon has announced that she and husband Peter Murrell are to end their marriage. Ms Sturgeon served for more than eight years as Scottish first minister and SNP leader, while Mr Murrell was the chief executive of the party. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Liberal Democrat MP for Epsom says she is "concerned" that Sir Keir Starmer "didn't announce increase investment in GPs or anything in the social healthcare crisis". Her comments come after the prime minister gave a speech setting out his plans to reduce NHS waiting times. Helen Maguire adds, "they need to be ready for action". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey has called for quicker action on social care reforms. It comes as the Health Secretary unveiled a new independent commission on social care on Friday but proposals will not emerge until 2028. "I'm very disappointed and slightly alarmed at this long timescale. It means elderly people and disabled people won't get the care they need and their famililes will suffer too," Mr Davey said.
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The Liberal Democrats have called for Ofwat to be scrapped and for a new powerful regulator to be created in its place. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Responding to Sir Keir Starmerâs speech setting out the governmentâs âplanâ, Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey says the prime minster was "moving the goalposts" and calls the lack of GPs "a big part of the problemâ. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said Britain faces a "new and dangerous threat" in light of the Southport attack in July 2024. Speaking a day after Axel Rudakubana, 18, pleaded guilty to murdering three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class, Starmer warned of the rising threat of 'extreme violence perpetrated by loners, misfits, young men accessing all manner of material'. The Prime Minister added that he would change the law if needed to tackle this new threat. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said the failure of state institutions in the case of child-killer Axel Rudakubana âfrankly leaps off the pageâ. The 18-year-old pleaded guilty on Monday to murdering three girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport, Merseyside, in July. The PM added that the Southport killings âmust be a line in the sand for Britainâ. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Dan Walker from 5 News speaks to Nigel Farage in Washington DC ahead of Donald Trumpâs second inauguration as President of the United States. The Reform UK leader explains why he believes Mr Trump is âwhat the world needsâ, and where he stands with Elon Musk following differences of opinion over Tommy Robinson. When asked if he genuinely thought he could be the next UK prime minister, Mr Farage responded: âYes, I do.â Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Axel Rudakubana, 18, has pleaded guilty on the first day of his trial at Liverpool Crown Court to murdering three young girls in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Nigel Farage has renewed calls for a national inquiry into grooming gangs, criticising the Jay Review as inadequate. Speaking at Reform UKâs North West conference, he claimed a targeted investigation was needed into what he described as âdeeply racistâ crimes. Farage said grooming gangs, âpredominantly of Pakistani origin,â targeted white working-class girls and that understanding the scale and motives of these crimes was crucial to stopping them. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Nigel Farage has said that he is âthoughtfulâ when asked if the UK should consider bringing back Shamima Begum. The Reform UK leader said that âinstinctivelyâ it is not something he would want to do but he is ânow thoughtfulâ about the matter. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Nigel Farage has revealed his party has reached 170,000 members in a speech delivered at the Reform UK Conference in Essex. The Reform UK leader
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Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer hold their first TV debate since the prime minister called a General Election. On the ITV programme, they tackled key issues including immigration, the Israel-Hamas war..
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