Now there is a clear dividing line between the two over the economy, and the public can gauge their plans
When the Conservative leadership election started a month ago, it was doubtful whether the contenders were truly focused on the biggest issues facing Britain.
“What is a woman?” was one of the questions repeatedly posed to candidates; and when it came to economic policy, the only real matter for debate seemed to be whether to start cutting taxes this year or next. This was incongruous – the race was taking place against the backdrop of record inflation which is leading to aNow things are changing. Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak have both laid out their plans to deal with living costs, and there is a clear dividing line between the two.
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