More or Less: Behind the Stats Debate, Reform, tax evasion and ants
Jun 5, 2024
The podcast delves into suspicious claims in election debates, Reform UK's policy documents, cracking down on tax evasion, and the intriguing question of whether all humans weigh more than ants. Tune in for a mix of politics, statistics, and an amusing segment on ants.
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Tax Rise Claim Tactic
- The "£2,000 tax rises" claim is a political tactic.
- It involves adding alleged opponent actions, estimating costs, and dividing by households.
Falsely Attributed Policies
- Keir Starmer claimed Conservatives would abolish national insurance and inheritance tax.
- These are not current Conservative policies.
Conflicting Waiting List Claims
- Rishi Sunak claimed NHS waiting lists are falling, while Keir Starmer argued they are rising.
- Both are correct, using different starting points.