Prime Minister

In the House of Commons debate, the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, began by highlighting the Government's plans to deliver the biggest upgrade of workers' rights in a generation through an employment rights bill. He also discussed the upcoming international investment summit and the Government's efforts to improve the NHS, including expanding the role of community pharmacies and training more GPs. The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak, challenged the Prime Minister on the Government's plans, questioning whether the commitment not to raise taxes would apply to both employee and employer national insurance contributions. He also raised concerns about the Government's approach to the fiscal rules and borrowing. The Prime Minister defended the Government's economic plans, arguing that they were fixing the foundations of the economy and delivering investment and improvements to public services. The debate covered a wide range of topics, including support for veterans, funding for special educational needs, the Government's approach to the Northern Ireland protocol, and the challenges facing local councils and public services. The Prime Minister addressed these issues, outlining the Government's plans to provide more support and funding, while also defending their policy decisions. Throughout the debate, the Prime Minister and the Opposition engaged in a robust exchange, with the Prime Minister emphasizing the Government's commitment to delivering on its manifesto promises and addressing the challenges inherited from the previous administration. The Opposition, in turn, pressed the Government on its economic plans and the impact of its policies on businesses and public services. Overall, the debate highlighted the key priorities and policy positions of the Government and the Opposition, as they debated the direction of the country and the measures being taken to address the various challenges facing the UK.