Rishi Sunak defends Tories’ housing record as election approaches

Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, is on a mission to help young people experience the “special feeling” he had when buying his first home. With the general election just around the corner, Sunak faced tough questions on the Tories’ housing record during a lively LBC phone-in session.

Critics accused Sunak of “lying through his teeth” as he defended the government’s stance on housing after 14 years in power. The prime minister was also criticized for his handling of LGBT rights and living standards, with some voters comparing him to “pound-shop Nigel Farage.”

Despite the criticism, the Tories received a glimmer of hope as the inflation rate dropped to 2 percent in May. However, concerns were raised by Mel Stride, who warned that Labour could secure a historic majority if the polls hold until July 4.

Meanwhile, SNP leader John Swinney launched his party’s manifesto in Edinburgh, calling for an end to Westminster cuts and a £10 billion boost in NHS spending. Swinney emphasized the need for principled leadership in a time of rapid change and turmoil.

As the election draws closer, the political landscape is heating up with predictions of a potential Labour victory and the SNP’s push for Scottish independence. Sunak’s efforts to help young people achieve homeownership are part of a larger debate on housing and economic policies that will shape the future of the country.