The two candidates address key issues including NHS, unions, and energy bills in live debate

In the latest stage of the Conservative Party’s leadership contest, Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak went head-to-head in Manchester, facing questions from Tory members on crucial national issues. Topics ranged from the future of the NHS and relations with trade unions to handling soaring energy bills.

Amid heated discussions, Truss reiterated her plan to capitalize on post-Brexit opportunities, promising to eliminate all EU laws from the UK statute books by the end of 2023. Meanwhile, Rishi Sunak continued to pitch his policies for the country’s economic recovery and energy relief measures. The hustings event attracted significant attention as both candidates tried to win over party members ahead of the final decision.