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Starmer and Sunak clash in fiery final debate

Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer clashed over taxes, immigration and welfare

The Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition seized their final opportunity to define themselves and their policies ahead of next Thursday's election. With a week to go before polling day, Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer engaged in their most fiery debate yet, clashing repeatedly on issues like welfare reform, tax rises, immigration both legal and illegal, and trans rights.

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Wed 26 Jun 2024 22:00

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