Labour Faces Scrutiny Over Uncertain Tax Policies

Keir Starmer and frontbenchers leave key tax questions unanswered ahead of election

Starmer refuses to rule out council tax increases despite previous reassurances.
Labour frontbenchers provide conflicting statements on potential tax reforms.
Party maintains commitment to not raise income tax, National Insurance, or VAT.
Labour's economic plans criticized for lack of clarity and potential hidden tax rises.
Polls show Labour leading, but public skepticism over affordability of their policies remains.