The leaders of the UK’s two main political parties entered into the first debate of that country’s general election campaign. Both promised to avoid personal attacks against the other. Like all pre-debate political promises, their pledge didn’t last very long.

In a preview of what Saskatchewan voters will likely see this fall (and are already seeing on social media) the right wing Conservatives are attacking left-wing Labour with predictions of massive tax increases, a charge Labour seems to be ignoring to their peril.

Sadly, both leaders seemed to back away from initiatives aimed at reversing climate change, potentially creating an opportunity for Britain’s Green Party, which scored numerous victories in recent municipal elections .

Inside the room, the audience seemed more supportive of the Labour Leader. Most of the UK’s right-leaning daily newspapers though (perhaps unsurprisingly) that the current Prime Minister won the debate.

UK voters head to the polls July 4, 2024 .