Labour Leader Clarifies Position on Working People and Savings
Sir Keir Starmer has once again found himself flip-flopping on his comments after suggesting that working people do not have savings. At a campaign event in Swindon, the Labour leader doubled back on his initial statement and clarified that working people indeed have savings.
Tories Accuse Starmer of Planning Tax Hikes
The Conservative party quickly seized on Sir Keir's comments, accusing him of planning tax hikes on hardworking individuals based on a narrow definition of 'working people.' Chancellor Jeremy Hunt criticized Labour's stance, suggesting that their policies would result in increased taxes for millions of people.
Starmer Defends Savings and Working People
Sir Keir defended his position by highlighting the value of savings for working individuals, emphasizing that savings are crucial for unforeseen expenses and future investments. He criticized the Tories for being out of touch with the financial realities faced by many working Brits.
