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UK Elections: Sunak, Starmer Hold First Debate

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  • #United Kingdom
  • #Electoral systems
UK Elections: Sunak, Starmer Hold First Debate
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JUN 2024
Above: Julie Etchingham hosts Conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak (R) and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer (L) during first head-to-head debate of the General Election on June 4, 2024. Image copyright: Verity
story last updated JUN 2024

The Spin

Conservative Party narrative

Sunak's first debate performance has defied the UK's expectations. The prime minister's simple yet effective strategy of promoting a clear plan is beginning to work. With Nigel Farage's return to the forefront of UK politics, Sunak's performance may have been exactly what the Tories needed to stay in the election fight.

The Telegraph

Labour Party narrative

Although not the finest advertisement for the future of UK politics, applause aplenty for Starmer and audible laughter at Sunak neatly summarize the prime minister's growing misfortunes. The debate audience's clear support will reassure the Labour Party that, despite the best attempts of the right-wing media machine, things can only get worse for the Tories.

Guardian

Establishment-critical narrative

Having descended into a superficial shouting match, the Sunak-Starmer debate was nothing more than a national embarrassment. Weak performances by both candidates were only exacerbated by an inadequate debate format and a poor moderator. It's unlikely that the British public will have felt anything but disappointment.

Inews.Co.Uk

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