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Newscast: Electioncast: Labour's Tax Plan + Rishi Wants You

26/05/2024

Electioncast: Labour's Tax Plan + Rishi Wants You

BBC News - Newscast, Electioncast: Labour's Tax Plan + Rishi Wants You

The first of weekend of the campaign brings new pledges.

Today, Laura, Paddy and Adam discuss Labour’s tax pledge and the Conservative plan to bring back mandatory national service.

Rachel Reeves says there will be no rises in income tax or national insurance if Labour wins the general election - but spending cuts have not been ruled out.

James Cleverly says the Tory national service plan would address social fragmentation and get young people 'out of their bubble'.

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