NEW DELHI: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has expressed his determination to win another term for the governing Conservative Party as he gears up for a general election expected to take place later this year.
In an interview with The Times, the 43-year-old British-Indian leader highlighted his reasons for optimism, citing the positive direction of the economy and prospects for a better future.
Sunak said, “At the beginning of this year, there is a sense that the country is heading in the right direction. Economic conditions have improved, mortgage rates are decreasing, and taxes have been reduced. I believe these pressures are easing, and we can make further progress throughout the year.”
The Conservative leader emphasised his commitment to cutting taxes for hardworking individuals, a key value shared by his party. “It’s because those are my values, those are the values of my party. Hard work should be rewarded, and cutting taxes is the best way to ensure that individuals and their families can enjoy the fruits of their labor,” he asserted.
Sunak acknowledged that discussions about tax cuts have been ongoing, but cautioned against premature speculation. “None of us discuss these matters before budgets. Others may be over-interpreting. The Chancellor and I have made it clear that our long-term plan is to reduce taxes,” he clarified.
Despite facing challenges such as high anti-incumbency sentiments among voters, the Conservative government led by Sunak continues to trail behind the Opposition Labour Party in surveys.
As the general election draws closer, Sunak affirmed his readiness for the upcoming battle. “I’m totally up for the fight,” he declared.
In an interview with The Times, the 43-year-old British-Indian leader highlighted his reasons for optimism, citing the positive direction of the economy and prospects for a better future.
Sunak said, “At the beginning of this year, there is a sense that the country is heading in the right direction. Economic conditions have improved, mortgage rates are decreasing, and taxes have been reduced. I believe these pressures are easing, and we can make further progress throughout the year.”
The Conservative leader emphasised his commitment to cutting taxes for hardworking individuals, a key value shared by his party. “It’s because those are my values, those are the values of my party. Hard work should be rewarded, and cutting taxes is the best way to ensure that individuals and their families can enjoy the fruits of their labor,” he asserted.
Sunak acknowledged that discussions about tax cuts have been ongoing, but cautioned against premature speculation. “None of us discuss these matters before budgets. Others may be over-interpreting. The Chancellor and I have made it clear that our long-term plan is to reduce taxes,” he clarified.
Despite facing challenges such as high anti-incumbency sentiments among voters, the Conservative government led by Sunak continues to trail behind the Opposition Labour Party in surveys.
As the general election draws closer, Sunak affirmed his readiness for the upcoming battle. “I’m totally up for the fight,” he declared.