Jonathan Ashworth attacks 'desperate' Conservative manifesto ahead of unveiling

The transcript discusses the challenges of political promises and funding, highlighting the differences between the main parties. It critiques the Conservative party's unfunded promises and outlines Labour's clear tax strategy, emphasizing no increases in income tax, National Insurance, or VAT. Labour's commitments are fully funded, focusing on public services like healthcare and education. The plan includes changing non-domicile tax arrangements and levying VAT on private school fees. The importance of economic growth is stressed as a means to improve public services and reduce debt, with a focus on job creation and quality education.

What strategies are proposed to grow the economy and improve public services?

In what ways does the speaker argue that their approach is not gambling with public finances?