BBC News NI correspondents examine some of the statements from politicians in tonight's debate.
By John Campbell and Marie-Louise Connolly,BBC News NI correspondents look at some of the claims made during the hour-long debatethe second televised debate of the general electionDemocratic Unionist Party leader Gavin Robinson, Sinn Féin Westminster candidate Chris Hazzard, Social Democratic and Labour Party leader Colum Eastwood, Alliance leader Naomi Long and Ulster Unionist Party deputy leader Robbie Butler faced a range of questions from a studio audience in Belfast.
Following the question from the audience, Gavin Robinson and Naomi Long disputed that the health service budget has been cut.The health budget was up by 6.3% compared to the opening position last year but was down by 2.3% when compared to what was actually spent by the end of last year. Health Minister Robin Swann of the UUP said that because this year’s opening position is less than last year’s closing position his budget has been cut.
There have been minor tweaks since then to rules that give the bigger parties vetoes, but Alliance and the SDLP have been calling for large-scale reform. While the DUP and Sinn Féin largely appear to be working well together right now, on this question they declined to give a steadfast commitment.In making the economic case for a united Ireland, Colum Eastwood said there was full employment in the Republic of Ireland.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Euro 2024: England fan bailed following disorder ahead of Euro 2024 opener against SerbiaAn England football fan has been bailed by a court following trouble at the Euro tournament in Germany.
Read more »
Euro 2024: England fan bailed following disorder ahead of Euro 2024 opener against SerbiaAn England football fan has been bailed by a court following trouble at the Euro tournament in Germany.
Read more »
Guardiola has a major Man City gripe no-one is solvingManchester City have 14 players at Euro 2024 ahead of a packed 2024-25 domestic season
Read more »
Reaction to England's Euro 2024 squad & Wales draw with Gibraltar, plus Euro 2024 build-upReaction to England's Euro 2024 squad announcement and Wales' draw with Gibraltar, plus build-up to England and Scotland's final warm-up matches, and all the latest football news and gossip.
Read more »
Donegal Rally 2024: All you need to know about the 2024 eventWith top driver, tricky stages and stunning scenery, BBC Sport NI takes a look at what makes the Donegal International Rally special.
Read more »
Media 'insider' makes bombshell claim about Gary Lineker's BBC future after Euro 2024Gary Lineker is the lead anchor of the BBC's coverage of Euro 2024.
Read more »