Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a new immigration policy that includes a proposed annual cap on visas, to be voted on by Parliament, aiming to reduce migration numbers year on year. Meanwhile, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer introduced a plan for GB Energy, a publicly owned clean energy company, designed to bolster the UK's energy security and reduce reliance on foreign fossil fuels, specifically from Russia.
These announcements come after a significant YouGov poll indicated Labour could secure its largest majority in a century, surpassing the success of Tony Blair in 1997. This follows Nigel Farage's decision to stand as a Reform UK candidate in Clacton, posing a challenge to Conservative prospects.
Both leaders will participate in a critical TV debate on ITV, with experts considering it a pivotal moment for Sunak and the Conservatives, who are trailing significantly in polls. This debate is anticipated to be influential in the lead-up to the general election, scheduled for 4 July 2024.