Former pensions minister Mel Stride was questioned on whether the economy entered recession during Rishi Sunak's leadership. Despite criticism of government growth, Stride refrained from acknowledging a recession, focusing instead on the cost of living crisis. Sky News host Wilfred Frost expressed frustration at Stride’s non-answers, indicating the lack of accountability regarding the state of the economy under the Conservative government. This exchange highlights ongoing tensions and criticisms surrounding economic management in the UK.
The important thing is, we went through a cost of living crisis, Mr Stride said as he repeatedly attempted to bat away Sky News presenter Wilfred Frost.
Excuse me, sorry, was there a recession under Rishi Sunak, and has there been a recession under this government, an exasperated Mr Frost interrupted, before adding that the non-answer speaks volumes.
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