Labour leader under scrutiny
Sir Keir Starmer faced a grilling from Sun readers on tough topics ranging from pensions to taxes, as he appeared on a new politics show.
Protecting workers but avoiding commitments
The opposition leader refused to commit to protecting the triple lock for 12 million pensioners but vowed to safeguard hard-working Britons from tax hikes.
Defending controversial stances
Starmer defended representing terrorist groups as a lawyer and addressed accusations of dishonesty. He also struggled to clarify his views on gender and faced questions on policy u-turns.
Challenges on various fronts
Throughout the 45-minute interview, Starmer faced questions on drug use, defending terrorists, EU membership, and more. He emphasized the importance of honesty with voters.
Gender reform and pension concerns
Starmer faced criticism for his shifting views on gender and his refusal to commit to the pensions triple lock. He emphasized the need for respect and dignity in addressing gender issues.
Addressing past controversies
The Labour leader also explained his role in the CPS's failure to prosecute Jimmy Savile and defended advocating for terrorist groups in European courts.
