Sir Keir Starmer strategically planned to corner Boris Johnson regarding the Partygate scandal. The Labour leader anticipated that when faced with pressure, Mr. Johnson's natural response would be to deceive about the alleged Downing Street parties. Starmer made this calculated move during a session in the Commons, demonstrating his understanding of Johnson's tendencies in difficult situations. This tactic was aimed at holding the Prime Minister accountable for his actions and ensuring transparency in the ongoing investigation into the controversial events at Downing Street.

During the general election, there has been controversy surrounding Prime Minister Boris Johnson's decision to leave early, with some members of his own party expressing anger over the move. Second Minister Mark Harper admitted that it was a mistake for Chancellor Rishi Sunak to be absent during a crucial time. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister has been accused of making misleading claims about Labour's tax policies. Shadow Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds refuted Johnson's statement that Labour would raise taxes by £2,000, stating that it is a lie. Reynolds clarified that if Labour were to win the election, they would adhere to the government's existing spending plans, which include some tax increases already outlined. However, he emphasized that there would be no additional taxes imposed on households. In light of the upcoming general election on July 4th, Reynolds highlighted that Labour would inherit the government's spending plans, which include freezing the personal allowance for income tax for several years. Despite the tax rises outlined in these plans, Reynolds assured that there would be no extra burden on households under a Labour government.