Event in central city of Nottingham covered issues from health to immigration with polls afterwards suggesting a tie.
The final televised debate between British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer before the United Kingdom election was held in Nottingham, covering a range of topics from health to immigration. Polls following the debate suggested a tie between the two leaders.
The debate provided Sunak, trailing Labour by 20 points, with the opportunity to boost his Conservative Party’s chances in the upcoming polls. They clashed over immigration policies, with Sunak accusing Starmer of deceit, while Starmer criticized Sunak for being out of touch with common citizens.
Despite facing distractions from noisy protests outside, the debate, moderated by Mishal Husain, was deemed a tie by a snap YouGov poll. Both leaders pitched their visions for the country, highlighting key issues like leadership integrity and public service.
The upcoming election on July 4 will determine the future leadership of the UK, with both leaders emphasizing their suitability to lead the nation. Sunak’s campaign has faced challenges, while Labour has capitalized on public discontent towards the Conservative Party.